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wills & estates consultation services

Protect your legacy

Life doesn’t stand still. Your family may grow, you may change homes, build wealth, start a business, get married, divorce or remarry, or you may have another life shift that alters your circumstances. Whatever happens, your estate planning needs to keep pace. We make it simple to update, manage or even create your estate plan with fixed-fee consultations on your terms.

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What to expect at your wills & estates consultation?

Straightforward advice & peace of mind

At Unbundled Family Law we’re focused on providing you with a focused, practical conversation that’s designed to simplify the legal process for you. It’s your chance to chat about your situation and matter, ask questions and get clear guidance from someone who understands estate planning. 

You’ll meet online with an experienced solicitor who will listen carefully and explain all your options clearly so you can make confident decisions about how to protect your assets and the people you care about. 

You’ll walk away with a clear understanding and a straightforward plan forward so you know what to do, what to prepare and what comes next. Our aim is to make the legal side of life’s big moments feel manageable, not overwhelming. 

Our wills & estates consultation services

Professional, tailored support

Navigating the legal system doesn’t need to be complicated. We break it into clear steps so you know exactly what to do and when to do it.

  • Consultation

    Start with a clear, fixed-fee session designed to give you direction. In one consultation we’ll discuss your situation, outline your legal options, and answer your questions in plain English. You’ll walk away with practical guidance and a plan for your next steps.

    • Understand your legal options before making big decisions
    • Receive practical, plain-English guidance
    • Leave with a clear plan for your next steps

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  • Ongoing executor support

    Most executors are not legal experts – they’re usually next of kin or a trusted friend – so some legal support can be very valuable. If you have already attended an assistance appointment, and have some more questions, this is the service for you. We offer as-needed guidance for executors managing an estate from first steps to final distribution.

    • Have questions answered – this service can be used as a credit for up to an hour and a half of email questions (about 20 questions), or five 15-minute online conferences
    • Advice sessions like this are paid by the estate, you are not out of pocket
    • Receive clear direction that takes out the guess-work and reduces your personal risk

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    $440.00
    Learn more: Ongoing executor support

  • Estate administration

    These days many executors hire a solicitor (with the estate paying) to carry out the estate administration. We offer a hybrid model that leaves you in control of the estate bank account (rather than receipting funds into our law practice trust account), while taking the leg work of preparing forms, liaising with beneficiaries and third parties, and preparing the distribution spreadsheet. We also provide you written advice along the way and are happy to meet with you or take your calls or emails as needed.

    • Let us handle the hard yards of filling out paperwork and sitting on the end of the phone to third parties
    • You remain in control of the estate bank account, and can watch the progress of the estate in real time
    • Receive written advice at specific points throughout the estate administration journey so that you know what is happening, when and why

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    $5,500.00
    Learn more: Estate administration

  • Probate or Letters of Administration Court Forms

    Where a person leaves a house, some shares or a bank account over a certain value, then it may be necessary to apply to the Supreme Court of the relevant state or territory for a grant of Probate or Letters of Administration. We can handle the Court forms for you and send these to you for your signature.  We can also assist you to respond to any questions (requisitions) raised by the Court. Our fees are charged based on the NSW Probate Schedule published each year.

    • Receive clear advice about whether a grant of Probate or Letters of Administration is required, and why you might still wish to obtain one even if it isn’t
    • Learn how to use the grant to protect yourself from personal liability against creditors or other claims on an estate
    • Leave with the prepared Court forms and a clear way forward

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    $220.00
    Learn more: Probate or Letters of Administration Court Forms

  • Challenging a Will or an Estate

    Sometimes a Will is not fair, and you might wonder if you should make a claim against it. Other times you might be concerned that a loved one made a new Will in questionable circumstances, where they might have been under pressure or not have understood what they were doing. In these instances, a consultation to understand what the law says with respect to the problem you have faced is invaluable. We will not simply inflame a situation, we will just give you honest and direct advice about what some options might be, if there is a problem.

    • Understand what options might exist, before determining whether or how to act
    • Clear advice, no “ambulance chasing” or unnecessary inflaming of a situation
    • No-obligation chat.  If you want some advice that you can go away and consider, this is it

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    $440.00
    Learn more: Challenging a Will or an Estate

  • Defending a Will or an Estate

    Sometimes an executor is required to defend a claim by an unhappy beneficiary or family member.  We can provide one-off guidance as to what the claim might mean and the options and obligations for the executor in this instance.

    • Receive clear guidance about the nature of the claim being brought and your obligations
    • Understand what type of settlement an executor can enter into with a claimant
    • Identify what costs the estate will cover and options to move forward

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    $440.00
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  • Interpreting a Will or fixing a problem

    Is a name spelled wrong on the Will, or there is a clause that just does not make sense?  Perhaps the Will leaves a gift to a charity that does not exist, a person who has died, or someone who has gone missing. This conference is intended to answer questions and provide straight-forward advice as to how to manage unusual situations, should they arise.

    • Ask questions about any concerns you may have with respect to the will or estate administration issue
    • Receive clear guidance, including options to progress the matter if it is complex or the Court needs to be involved
    • Receive a follow-up letter of advice

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    $440.00
    Learn more: Interpreting a Will or fixing a problem

  • Urgent estate administration advice

    This consultation is designed to provide urgent advice on a one-off issue, such as paying employees if a business owner has unexpectedly died.

    • Receive fast and clear advice
    • Understand what your obligations are as an executor
    • Know how to move forward

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    $220.00
    Learn more: Urgent estate administration advice

  • Drafting wills & estate planning documents

    We can prepare or review your will or substituted decision-making documents – whether simple or complex – to make sure your instructions are valid, practical and legally binding. We specialise in bespoke drafting for unique family situations, whether you need a straightforward will, or one that covers a blended family, leaving someone out, protecting a vulnerable beneficiary, transferring wealth to future generations or pre-empting conflicts.

    • Receive plain English advice setting out options for your estate planning
    • Discuss substituted decision-making documents relevant to your state or territory (eg, powers of attorney)
    • Agree on a fixed price service, and leave with high quality documents that meet your intended outcomes

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    $440.00
    Learn more: Drafting wills & estate planning documents

  • Estate administration & probate assistance

    Sometimes things change, and you need to update your will or other documents accordingly. If we prepared your latest documents, we can amend these for you.  If we did not prepare your latest documents, then the service you require is the Drafting wills & estate planning documents, and we will discuss a fixed price with you based on the amount of work required to transfer your documents to our model and make the changes you require.

    • Make a small number of changes to up to three clauses
    • Add or remove beneficiaries
    • Receive updated documents ready for your signature, and guidance to get them signed

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    $250.00
    Learn more: Estate administration & probate assistance

  • Complex estate planning

    Sometimes a will is not enough, and you need a solicitor who will work with you and perhaps your financial advisor or accountant to construct an estate plan that fits in with your current structures.  If you operate a family trust, run a business, are part of a complex partnership or are looking at setting up a charity or scholarship in perpetuity, then you may benefit from a complex estate planning service.

    • We will work alongside your accountant or financial planner to prepare an estate plan that fits in with the direction you are headed
    • Receive bespoke, professional documents tailored for your needs
    • Leave with signed documents and a firm understanding of the arrangements you have in place

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    $4,400.00
    Learn more: Complex estate planning

Who benefits from unbundled wills & estates services?

Control without complication

The benefit of our approach is that you stay in control while still getting the practical, affordable support you need to ensure your estate planning is legally sound and truly reflects your wishes.

It works well whether you’re creating a will for the first time, updating an existing one, or dealing with more complex family or asset arrangements.

It also suits clients who need help preparing substituted decision-making documents — such as a power of attorney, an enduring guardian appointment or a medical treatment decision maker — or those who want clear guidance through probate or estate administration. Whatever stage you’re at, you receive the professional input you need without handing over the entire process.

Wills & Estates consultation process

How it works in 4 simple steps

Because professional support shouldn’t mean losing control.

01

Book a consult

Start with a fixed-fee, easy online appointment. You’ll choose a time that suits you and meet with one of our solicitors to discuss your situation.

02

Get clear advice

You meet with your Unbundled solicitor who explains your options in plain English and outlines the most practical, cost-effective path forward. You then decide how you’d like to proceed.

03

Choose your support

Choose the services you need – whether that’s strategic guidance, drafting documents or reviewing what you’ve prepared – and pay only for those.

04

Tap back in when you need more support

Finish one task and return any time for the next. No retainers. No ongoing fees. Just flexible legal support, on your terms.

Why Choose Unbundled Over Full-Service Firms

Because professional support shouldn’t mean losing control

Affordable expertise

Traditional representation can escalate costs quickly. But going it alone carries real risks. Our discrete, fixed-fee services make high-quality legal advice accessible and predictable. You know your costs upfront, with no surprises.

Flexible involvement

Whether you’re creating or updating a will, preparing decision-maker documents, or navigating what to do after someone has died, we step in where it helps and step back where it doesn’t. You get expert guidance only when you need it.

High-quality work

Everything happens online – from consultations to document preparation and guidance to get those documents signed – making the process convenient, secure and accessible anywhere in Australia.

Modern approach

We operate wholly online or via phone, from initial consultations to guiding you on signing your documents. This makes the process convenient, accessible and secure for you no matter where you are in Australia.

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Real stories, Real Results

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“Clear, patient and reassuring — the whole process felt straightforward.”

Sarah, NSW

“Peta helped to draft our will, and the whole experience was incredibly smooth and reassuring. She was patient, thorough, and explained everything in clear, simple terms so that we felt confident in every decision we made. Peta took the time to understand our situation and made what could have been a stressful process feel straightforward. We are really grateful for her professionalism and support, and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her”.

“Thorough, supportive and excellent communication from start to finish.”

TL, Wachope, NSW

“Mollie handled the purchase of our property and we couldn’t be happier with the service. Mollie was incredibly thorough, taking the time to go through every detail so that we felt confident and informed. When something unexpected came up during the process with another party, Mollie was patient and supportive, offering additional conversations and guidance whenever we needed it. Her communication was excellent from start to finish and settlement went through smoothly and on time thanks to her skill and diligence. Will use again”.

“She made a complicated process simple and finished far sooner than we expected.”

Ian, NSW

“When our mother died in 2023, we worked with Peta to understand mum’s will and to finalise her estate. Peta made a complicated process simple, and we were so grateful for her kindness and the way she always seemed to have time to take our calls and explain the process. Everything was done in half the time we expected, it all just seemed to come together under her guidance.”

“I have no hesitation in recommending Mollie to anyone seeking a highly professional, reliable and strategically minded lawyer.”

Charlie, NSW

“I have been a client of Mollie’s for a number of years and during that time she has acted for me in the conveyancing of multiple properties. One of Mollie’s greatest strengths is her firm but measured approach to protecting her client’s intersts. She is thorough in identifying risks, uncompromising in negotiations, and meticulous in the way she structures and reviews documentation.”

“Highly competent and genuinely invested in achieving the best outcome for her clients.”

Amiee, NSW

“Mollie is thorough, reliable, and incredibly knowledgable, making what can often be complex legal processes feel seemless and stress-free. She is approachable, responsive, and always takes the time to ensure everything is explained clearly and handled correctly. My husband and I confidently recommend her to anyone seeking high-quality legal services.”

“Ahead of the rest — responsive, fair and focused on my priorities.”

Oliver, NSW

“Mollie acted on the purchase of a farm. I have worked with a number of solicitors in the past and found Mollie’s approach to be ahead of the rest. She did not inflate the price simply because I was buying a big asset, she attended to all matters quickly to meet the timeframes required by my circumstances, and answered the phone when I called”.

“She was patient, kind and so knowledgeable.”

Madeleine, Australian Capital Territory

“Peta helped me with an incredibly stressful, messy estate after the unexpected passing of my partner. She was patient, kind and so knowledgeable. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Thank you, Peta!”

“She helped me make a plan, keep costs under control, and get my kids back.”

Adam, Victoria

“Elricia acted for me on my family law matter after my ex withheld the kids and called the police on me without reason. I had no money for a lawyer to do everything, and Elricia said that I could use her for bits and do bits myself. She helped me make a plan and stuck to it. My ex is unreasonable so the matter went to Court, but Elricia helped me to come up with a strategy to divide work between us and only use a barrister for parts so the costs were kept within my budget and got my kids back”.

“We couldn’t have asked for better support and would highly recommend her.”

Meg, NSW

“Mollie was an incredible help throughout our property purchase. We needed someone who was thorough, efficient and reliable, and she exceeded our expectations in every way. Her attention to detail and clear communication made the entire process smooth and stress-free”.

“Highly trustworthy and competent”

Joe, Victoria

“Peta is amazing. Super easy to work with. Peta efficiently helped me and my wife prepare and understand everything regarding our estate planning. Highly recommend Peta as a highly trustworthy and competent lawyer!”

“Remarkable professionalism, steady guidance and a compassionate approach.”

Thomas, NSW

“Our family faced a complicated estate due to the introduction of a new spouse and unclear expectations around the will. Peta handled the situation with remarkable professionalism, offering clear explanations, steady guidance, and a compassionate approach that helped us move forward with confidence.”

“Her professionalism, communication and genuine care made all the difference.”

Isabella, NSW

“Mollie provided outstanding legal advice and supported me through every step of the process. She always made sure I understood everything clearly and took the time to explain anything I was unsure about. I’ve used other law firms before, but this was by far the best experience. I highly recommend Unbundled for your legal matters.”

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wills & estates FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Have more questions before booking? Here are some of the most common questions new clients ask.

Can you draft a new will for me?

Yes. We can prepare simple or complex wills (such as one with a testamentary trust or dealing with the transfer of a business or farming property) ensuring they’re legally valid and expertly reflect your wishes.

Can you help me review my existing will?

Of course. We’ll review your will for compliance, completeness and to make sure that it meets all your wishes. We can explain whether updates are needed based on your circumstances or changes in the law.

Can you help me apply for probate?

Absolutely. If you are the executor, we can guide you through any step – from preparing the application to understanding estate administration and distribution obligations. We can also handle any part of the process on your behalf, including lodging the application through to dealing with banks and third parties.

Someone I know died without a will. Can you help?

Certainly. When someone dies without a will, they are said to have died ‘intestate’, and the process is then for the next of kin to apply for a grant of Letters of Administration. This is similar to a grant of probate but exists where there is no will.

We can assist you to make the application and file it, and can provide guidance about getting started on estate administration, or even manage the estate administration process on your behalf.

Do you provide advice on substituted decision making documents like powers of attorney, appointments of enduring guardians and appointments of medical treatment decision-makers?

Yes. We can draft documents appointing someone to make decisions on your behalf if you lose capacity, ensuring your affairs are managed according to your wishes.

Do you offer ongoing estate management services?

Yes – mostly. While we offer a range of services to support executors or administrators to manage an estate themselves, we are also able to offer full estate administration services. We can take over all communication with third parties and beneficiaries, and prepare all relevant estate administration documents.

We do, however, prefer that executors or administrators manage an estate bank account (which we will help you set up) which they can then monitor for funds coming into the account. We prefer this model because it means that the executor/administrator retains better control over the matter and is aware of what is happening at all times, rather than hiding the estate funds within a law practice trust account.

We still provide full assistance in calculating the final distribution and can even prepare a distribution letter with bank details for the executor/administrator to take into the bank to have the bank action.

By choosing how involved you want us to be, you’re able to better control costs and oversee the conduct of your matter, keeping you fully informed and in charge throughout.

Can you tell me what my next legal step should be?

That’s exactly what our initial consultation is designed for. We’ll assess where you’re up to, identify key legal issues and outline your next practical steps so you can move forward confidently.

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