Wills, Probate & Estate Planning
A well-crafted Will can provide peace of mind and clarity for both you and your loved ones. By expressing your wishes for your estate, you can help ensure that your assets are distributed according to your desires, relieving your family of unnecessary stress during a difficult time.
Comprehensive Estate Planning: Protecting Your Legacy
Our lawyers specialize in Wills, estate planning, and probate services, serving clients throughout the Mornington Peninsula and surrounding areas.
We guide our clients through the process of creating a comprehensive estate plan, addressing important considerations such as Powers of Attorney and Guardianship arrangements to ensure their affairs are managed according to their wishes.
Additionally, our team regularly assists families in the region with probate applications, providing expert guidance during this challenging time.
Wills, Probate & Estate Planning Services
Our team of experienced lawyers offers a comprehensive range of Wills, Probate & Estate planning services including:
- Simple and complex Wills
- Powers of Attorney
- Powers of Guardianship
- Testamentary trusts
- Administration of Estates
- Probate applications
- Letters of Administration
- Challenging a Will
- Estate advice
Our Services
Family Law
We offer comprehensive family law advice and solutions tailored to your specific needs, covering property settlements, children’s matters, de facto relationships, binding financial agreements, and divorce.
- Separation or Divorce
- Children & Child Support
- Spousal Maintenance
- Asset Protection
Small Business
We provide comprehensive business and commercial legal services to businesses operating across the Mornington Peninsula, from Frankston to Portsea. Our experienced lawyers stay current with the evolving business landscape to offer tailored solutions.
- Intellectual Property Law
- Employment Law
- Entity Formation & Governance
- Contract Law
Dispute Resolution
Our experienced team at Carroll Goldsmith Lawyers is dedicated to helping businesses achieve their goals and mitigate risks. We leverage our extensive commercial and dispute resolution expertise to provide practical solutions and minimise the need for costly litigation.
- All disputes and litigation
- Business related disputes
- Spousal Maintenance
- Asset Protection
Franchising Law
As a franchisee, you may be facing challenges like contract disputes, territory violations, or unfair business practices. Carroll Goldsmith lawyers can provide personalised guidance to protect your rights and interests.
- Franchising Agreements
- Disclosure Documents
- Good Faith and Fair Dealing
- Codes of Conduct
- Legislation
- Disputes
Intellectual Property
Protecting intellectual property (IP) is crucial for businesses to safeguard their innovative ideas and assets. Carroll Goldsmith Lawyers can provide expert advice on a wide range of IP matters.
- Trade Marks
- Trade Marks Office registrations
- Copyright
- Confidential information
- Licence agreements
- Patents: Legal rights granted for inventions
- Designs: Protection for the appearance of a product
Employment Law
The dynamic nature of employment law demands a legal professional who is not only knowledgeable but also agile. As an employer, you need a partner who can swiftly identify potential legal risks, and provide practical solutions.
- Employment contracts
- Contractor agreements
- Employment law advice
- Workers’ entitlements and claims
- Unfair/unlawful dismissal advice and representation
- Fair Work Act advice
- Advice on Modern Awards and EBAs
- Fair Work Commission appearances and representation
Conveyancing
Our Mornington-based practice provides comprehensive property law services throughout the Bayside region. With a deep understanding of the local market, we are well-equipped to assist clients with a wide range of property transactions.
- Franchising Agreements
- Disclosure Documents
- Good Faith and Fair Dealing
- Codes of Conduct
- Legislation
- Disputes
Wills, Probate & Estate Planning
A well-crafted Will can provide peace of mind and clarity for both you and your loved ones. By expressing your wishes for your estate, you can help ensure that your assets are distributed according to your desires.
- Simple and complex Wills
- Powers of Attorney
- Powers of Guardianship
- Testamentary trusts
- Administration of Estates
- Probate applications
- Letters of Administration
- Challenging a Will
- Estate advice