- Lvl 10, 95 North Quay, Brisbane QLD 4000, Australia
- Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
We specialise in estate planning, Wills, Powers of Attorney, deceased estates, disability planning, Special Disability Trusts, cross-border succession for Swaussie families, business contracts, and QCAT guardianship matters. We also offer free community presentations to schools and advocacy groups.
Yes. DIY Wills and online templates often create more problems than they solve, particularly for blended families, disabled beneficiaries, or international assets. A properly drafted Will ensures your wishes are legally valid, clear, and enforceable, preventing family disputes and costly legal challenges.
Standard inheritance can disqualify your child from Disability Support Pension and NDIS benefits. We structure your estate using testamentary trusts or Special Disability Trusts that provide for your child whilst maintaining their government support eligibility. We also advise on guardianship and ongoing care arrangements.
Annelie Hovler is dual-qualified as both an Australian Solicitor and Swedish Jurist—rare expertise in Australia. She understands both legal systems intimately and creates coordinated estate plans that address Swedish forced heirship rules, Australian superannuation, tax implications, and asset transfer across borders.
Straightforward probate applications typically take 8-12 weeks from lodgement to grant. Complete estate administration usually takes 9-18 months depending on complexity. We handle all court documents, asset collection, debt settlement, and distribution to make the process as smooth as possible for families.
An Enduring Power of Attorney lets you choose who makes financial and legal decisions for you if you lose capacity through accident, illness, or dementia. Without one, your family must apply to QCAT for guardianship—a costly, stressful process. It's one of the most important documents you can create.
Absolutely. Most business contracts—leases, supplier agreements, partnership documents—are written to protect the other party, not you. We identify problematic clauses, explain risks in plain English, suggest amendments, and help you negotiate better terms before you sign.
A Special Disability Trust (SDT) allows families to set aside up to $760,000 (indexed annually) for a person with severe disability without affecting their Disability Support Pension or assets test exemptions. SDTs pay for accommodation and care costs whilst preserving government benefits.
Usually, yes. Separate Wills tailored to each country's legal system work better than one international Will. The key is ensuring your Wills are coordinated and don't accidentally revoke each other. We create complementary Wills that respect Swedish forced heirship whilst maximising Australian flexibility.
Yes! We offer free presentations to not-for-profit organisations, special schools, P&C associations, and advocacy groups on topics like disability planning, Special Disability Trusts, guardianship, and estate planning. Presentations are available in-person or online. Contact us to enquire about scheduling.
Review your Will every 3-5 years or after major life changes: marriage, divorce, birth of children, death of beneficiaries or executors, significant asset changes, or family relationship changes. Queensland law automatically revokes Wills upon marriage unless specifically drafted in contemplation of that marriage.
Contact us for an initial consultation where we discuss your family situation, assets, and concerns. We explain your options clearly and provide upfront cost estimates. From there, we guide you through creating Wills, Powers of Attorney, and any specialised planning your family needs.
Annelie Hovler Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland, Australia Jurist, Sverige
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