Chris Sheath & Associates listed as recommended Wills, Estates and Succession Planning Law Firm by 2020 Doyle’s Guide.

November 11, 2020

It seems that for many, deciding on a child’s education or even where to eat dinner is given more critical thinking than deciding how your legacy will be remembered once you are gone?

It may not be the perfect dinner conversation, however ensuring your hard work and assets are distributed according to your wishes can be an effective conversation when had with the right people.

Independent organisation, Doyle’s Guide has recently recognised Chris Sheath & Associates Solicitors as Queensland’s leading law firm for Wills and Estate Planning.

The organisation rates and recommends law firms within nominated specialisation areas based on interviews with clients, peers, and relevant industry bodies.

Director, Chris Sheath states “This appointment by Doyle’s Guide is most revered by our firm. To have our incredible legal team recognised by peers, partners, and the people they represent – I am truly proud beyond words of their integrity, work ethic, and commitment.”

His vision has always been to have a client driven law firm. But for Chris Sheath & Associates Solicitors this means more than just expertise and experience. It includes all team member’s commitment to integrity, client satisfaction and building strong relationships – relationships they value.

Their team of legal experts in wills & estate and succession planning support their clients desired legacy by following a unique process:

Listening effectively to client wishes
Establishing client estate goals
Outlining relevant estate & succession plan areas to consider
Discuss all options and available strategies
Partner with extended professionals
Establish a holistic and practical legally bound estate plan
Regular follow-up to ensure your wishes are still reflected

It is in this way that our highly experienced team consistently elevate their understanding and enable positive conversations with their clients on this sensitive topic.

Chris is recognised by the Queensland Law Society as an Accredited Specialist in Succession Law (Wills & Estates) and is a regular presenter at professional seminars including the Queensland Law Society, for his thought-leadership across the legal industry.

If you would like to discuss establishing an estate plan or review an existing one, please contact a member of our legal team today.

Latest Blogs

Business Succession Planning

Business succession planning is a crucial aspect of an efficient business operation. A business owner’s calculated exit ensures the owner departs on their own terms and protects their interests, achieving...

Joint Tenants vs Tenants in Common

If you have recently purchased a property or are in the midst of buying your first property with another person, you may have come across the terms “joint tenancy” and...

How To Stay Level-Headed During Negotiation

It is easier said than done to remain “calm, cool and collected” in a heated situation. When in a tense environment, staying level-headed is often difficult when emotions take control....

Win-win Strategies

When one thinks of negotiating, the word “compromise” comes to mind, and most of us typically do not want to make large compromises. If you are someone who likes getting...

What you need to know about managing your BATNA

Your Best Alternative to Negotiated Agreement (BATNA), is defined as the most advantageous alternative that a negotiating party can take if negotiations fail and an agreement cannot be made. In...

6 Ways to Legally Protect Your Small Business

Have you been looking at ways to legally protect your small business? We have included six simple steps that we would recommend every business owner should follow when starting a...

Pets in Wills

Pets and companion animals are important parts of our lives and family. Did you know that without a relevant Will in place, your final wishes including plans for your pets...

How To Prevent Your Will From Being Contested

Over the past five years, we have seen a dramatic increase in the number of wills being contested. Factors contributing to this surge include Australia’s ageing population – with more...

Changes To The Enduring Power Of Attorney Regime

The Queensland Government is introducing new Enduring Power of Attorney and Advance Health Directive forms from 30th November 2020....

The most important advice you will receive before buying or selling your home

For many of us, the biggest investment we will make will be the purchase of property including our own home....

Supreme Court of Queensland confirms an attorney can enact a binding death benefit nomination

The Supreme Court of Queensland has recently confirmed the making of a binding death benefit nomination (BDBN) is a financial matter....