Practical estate planning for every stage of life—ensuring your wishes are clear, protected, and legally sound whether you’re just starting out or planning ahead.
Thoughtful planning that includes guardianship, Enduring Powers of Attorney, wills, and trusts to safeguard care and financial security for the future.
Strategic legal planning for business owners, covering succession preparation, wills and trusts, and both General and Enduring Powers of Attorney.
Clear, compassionate guidance through estate administration and probate when a loved one has passed—helping you navigate what comes next with confidence.
Cross-border estate planning solutions for individuals and families with Australian and Swedish connections, assets, or beneficiaries.
Professional preparation and review of sale and purchase agreements to protect your commercial interests and reduce legal risk.
Engaging legal presentations designed for businesses, community groups, and professionals—making complex topics practical and easy to understand.
We provide comprehensive legal solutions for families navigating the complexities of future planning, succession law, and cross-border estates. Our focus on disability planning and international families ensures you receive tailored, compassionate guidance that protects your legacy and loved ones for generations to come.
We combine years of specialized experience with a genuine understanding of complex family situations to deliver legal solutions that secure your legacy and safeguard those you care about most.
Comprehensive planning for your family's future including Wills, Powers of Attorney, and succession strategies tailored to your unique circumstances and wishes
Expert guidance for families with special needs including Special Disability Trusts, guardianship, and QCAT processes to protect your loved one's future
Compassionate support through probate and estate administration helping families navigate legal requirements during difficult times with care and efficiency
Specialized cross-border planning for Swedish-Australian families managing assets, superannuation, and family members across two countries with dual-qualified expertise
Professional contract preparation and review for commercial agreements including leases, partnerships, and supplier contracts to protect your business interests
Free presentations and workshops for schools, P&C groups, and advocacy organizations covering disability planning, trusts, guardianship, and succession topics
"Annelie helped us create a comprehensive estate plan for our blended family. She explained everything clearly and made sure all our children were protected. Her patience and expertise gave us real peace of mind."
"Planning for our daughter's future felt overwhelming until we met Annelie. She guided us through setting up a Special Disability Trust and explained guardianship options in a way we could understand. We finally feel confident about her care when we're gone."
A Will isn't just about assets—it's about control. Without a Will, the government decides who gets what, who looks after your children, and who manages your estate. A properly drafted Will ensures your wishes are followed, appoints guardians for minor children, and can prevent family disputes. Even modest estates benefit from clear direction.
An Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA) allows you to choose who will make financial and legal decisions for you if you lose capacity due to accident, illness, or dementia. Without an EPOA, your family may need to apply to QCAT for guardianship, which is costly, stressful, and time-consuming. It's one of the most important documents you can create.
Standard inheritance can affect your child's eligibility for NDIS and Centrelink benefits. We can structure your Will using testamentary trusts or Special Disability Trusts to protect their inheritance while maintaining access to essential government support. We also help you consider guardianship and ongoing care arrangements.
Cross-border estates involve complex tax implications, different succession laws, and potential double taxation. As a dual-qualified solicitor (Australia and Sweden), Annelie can structure your estate to minimize tax, ensure assets transfer smoothly, and protect family members in both countries. Proper planning prevents costly mistakes.
When someone dies "intestate" (without a Will), Queensland's intestacy laws determine who inherits—often not matching what the deceased would have wanted. The estate distribution follows a strict legal formula, excluding de facto partners in some cases, potentially leaving out stepchildren, and causing delays. A Will prevents this uncertainty.
Annelie Hovler Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland, Australia Jurist, Sverige
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