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Plan for your family, assets and future wishes with an estate plan tailored to your circumstances.
DLegal advises individuals, couples, families and business owners across Melbourne and Victoria on wills, testamentary trusts, powers of attorney and related estate-planning matters.
A will is an important part of estate planning, but a will alone may not be enough.
What is estate planning?
Estate planning involves deciding how your assets and affairs should be managed if you die or lose decision-making capacity. Depending on your circumstances, an estate plan may include a will, a testamentary trust, an enduring power of attorney, an appointment of a medical treatment decision maker, superannuation death benefit nominations, and appropriate arrangements for personally and jointly owned assets.
Could a Testamentary Trust Will Benefit You?
A Testamentary Trust May Offer Additional Benefits.
A will incorporating a discretionary testamentary trust may provide greater flexibility and protection for beneficiaries, depending on their circumstances.
It's smart because it may provide and protect:
- provide beneficiaries with greater flexibility in managing an inheritance;
- offer a degree of protection where a beneficiary experiences bankruptcy, financial difficulty or a relationship breakdown;
- provide potential taxation advantages;
- assist with planning for vulnerable beneficiaries or beneficiaries with a disability; and
- allow for rights of residence and other tailored arrangements.
These benefits are not automatic and will depend on the beneficiary’s circumstances, the terms of the will and the law applying at the relevant time.
Want to know more?
We will provide you with a complimentary Smarter Wills Guide after you submit the online questionnaire.
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Express Will - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes All States and Territories TBA
Use this quick and easy solution to leave your estate to your loved ones or to children, the way you want. You can still give separate gifts of personal items and charitable donations. Includes optional testamentary discretionary trusts. Submit the free intake form now and a lawyer will be in touch with you to complete the form.
Couple Mirror Wills - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes All States TBA (Normal Price)
(Promotional Fee - Single Will - 660 AUD || Partner - 275 AUD)
Create two matching wills for yourself and your spouse. Each spouse's estate is left to the other or, if that’s not possible, to you or your spouse’s children. You can still give separate gifts of personal items and charitable donations. Includes optional testamentary discretionary trusts. Submit the free intake form now and a lawyer will be in touch with you to complete the form.
Last Will and Testament (short form) - Lawyer Assisted
Under 25 minutes All States and Territories 440 AUD
This quick and easy solution creates a simple, short form will. Designed for smaller Estates that do not require complicated instructions to be fulfilled in accordance with your wishes. If beneficiaries are at risk of bankruptcy or family law claims, we recommend completing instructions for our Smarter Will and Testament. Submit the free intake form now and a lawyer will be in touch with you to complete the form.
Last Will (Smarter Will) - Lawyer Assisted
Under 30 minutes All States and Territories TBA
A comprehensive Last Will and Testament to maximise flexibility and minimise tax, with options to create discretionary testamentary trusts, rights of residence, beneficiary support/special disability trusts and guardianship instructions. Submit the free intake form now and a lawyer will be in touch with you to complete the form.
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After receiving your questionnaire, an Australian legal practitioner will review your preliminary information and contact you to clarify your instructions and discuss the next steps. Submitting the questionnaire does not, by itself, engage DLegal or create a solicitor–client relationship.
Data Security
We use LawConnect, a legal document-sharing platform used by Australian law firms. Information uploaded through LawConnect is stored and backed up using Amazon Web Services infrastructure, primarily in the AWS Asia-Pacific (Sydney) region. There is no charge to clients for using LawConnect.
We strongly suggest that you consider a Smarter Will which includes a Discretionary Testamentary Trust (please refer to "Smarter Wills Guide and Benefits" below), as it provides asset protection + tax minimisation. Executors have the opportunity to minimise income tax, capital gains tax (CGT) and other tax expenses, as well as reserve welfare entitlements year after year.
| Type of Will | Price (Excl GST) | *Promotion Price (Excl GST) |
| Single Will (Basic) | 990 | N/A |
| Husband & Wife (Mirror Wills - basic) | 1320 | |
| Complex Wills | TBA | TBA |
Power of Attorney Price Estimation
| Type of POA | Price (Excl GST) |
*Promotion Price (Excl GST) |
| Enduring POA | 330 to 440 | TBA |
| General Non-Enduring POA | 330 to 440 | TBA |
| Supportive POA | 330 to 440 | TBA |
Medical Treatment Planning – Price Estimation
| Category | Price (Excl GST) | *Promotion Price (Excl GST) |
| Medical Treatment Decision-maker appointment | 330 to 440 | TBA |
| Advanced care directive | 330 to 440 | TBA |
Packages for Wills and POA - Price Estimation
| Category | Documents being drafted | Price (Excl GST) | *Promotion Price (Excl GST) |
| Single (basic will) | -Will -Enduring POA -Medical POA |
960 | |
| Husband and Wife (basic will) |
2 x Wills 2 x Enduring POA 2 x Medical POA |
1920 | *for mirror wills only |
*Exclusive online rates with substantial discounts
* Exclusive online rates are available where you provide your preliminary instructions through our online questionnaire and formally engage DLegal within three calendar days after we complete any required clarification of your instructions. The applicable terms, scope and validity period are set out in the Online Rates Schedule.
| Type of Will | Usual Price (Excl GST) | Exclusive online rates (Excl GST) |
| Single Will (Basic) | 660 | 330 |
| Husband & Wife (Basic Mirror Wills) | 990 | 660 |
| Complex Wills or Smarter Will
A Will incorporating a discretionary testamentary trust is the recommended smart pathway in estate planning, as it may protect against bankruptcy or family law claims, provide greater flexibility in managing inheritances, and offer asset-protection and taxation benefits, as well as government benefits. |
TBA | TBA |
Power of Attorney Price Estimation
| Type of POA | Usual Price (Excl GST) |
**Online Exclusive Rate (Excl GST) |
| Enduring POA | 150 | 110 |
| Medical POA | 150 | 110 |
| Supportive POA | 150 | 110 |
Medical Treatment Planning – Price Estimation
| Category | Usual Price (Excl GST) |
Online Exclusive Rate (Excl GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Treatment Decision-maker appointment | 150 | 110 |
| Advance care directive | 150 | 110 |
Packages for Wills and POA - Price Estimation
| Category | Documents being drafted | Usual Price (Excl GST) |
Online Exclusive Rate (Excl GST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single (basic will) |
Will Enduring POA Medical POA |
960 | 630 |
| Husband and Wife (basic mirror will) |
2 x Wills 2 x Enduring POA 2 x Medical POA |
1920 | 1100 |
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Basic Will
A basic will may be suitable where your circumstances and wishes are straightforward. If spouses or partners have substantially similar circumstances and wishes, they may use one questionnaire to provide their preliminary information. However, each person is a separate will-maker and must independently confirm and approve their instructions and final will.
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Complex Will
Separate questionnaires are generally required where the will-makers have different wishes or where their circumstances involve a blended family, trusts, companies, taxation considerations, vulnerable beneficiaries or other complexities.
How our estate planning process works
- Complete the secure questionnaire
Provide preliminary information about your family, assets and wishes. - Attend an initial estate planning interview
A lawyer will clarify your instructions, identify relevant issues and discuss available options. - Confirm the scope and costs
We will provide the applicable engagement documents and costs information before substantive legal work begins. - Preparation of draft documents
We will prepare the documents based on your confirmed instructions. - Review and legal advice
Your lawyer will explain the documents, answer your questions and make any agreed amendments. - Signing and witnessing
Your documents will be signed and witnessed in accordance with the applicable legal requirements. - Storage and future review
We will provide information about storing your documents and circumstances in which your estate plan should be reviewed.
Alternative Questionnaire Formats
We prefer instructions to be provided through our online questionnaire because it is generally the quickest and most efficient method.
If you cannot use the online questionnaire because of accessibility requirements or technical difficulties, please contact us. We can provide an editable Word version or discuss another reasonable method for obtaining your instructions. To qualify for the promotional offer, the alternative questionnaire must ordinarily be returned within the same three-calendar-day period. Please:
- type your answers directly into the document;
- return it as an editable Word document; and
- do not print and scan the document.
Conditions, Important Information and Disclaimers
- Submitting the completed online questionnaire does not, by itself:
- create a solicitor–client relationship, engage DLegal or require DLegal to act for you; or
- constitute legal advice specific to your circumstances.
- DLegal will only be formally engaged after completing any required conflict checks, accepting the engagement and receiving the relevant signed engagement documents.
- The questionnaire and attached guides contain general information only. They do not constitute legal advice concerning your particular circumstances. You should not make any legal, financial or other decision, or take any action, solely on the basis of that information.
- DLegal does not provide financial, investment, accounting, taxation or superannuation advice. Where appropriate, such matters should be considered with an appropriately qualified financial adviser, accountant or taxation professional before finalising your estate plan.
- The suitability and effectiveness of any Will, testamentary trust or other estate planning document, arrangement or option will depend on your personal circumstances, the final terms of the relevant documents and the law applying at the relevant time. Taxation, asset-protection, social-security, government-benefit and other outcomes cannot be guaranteed.
- Your information will be handled in accordance with DLegal’s privacy and confidentiality obligations and its Privacy Policy.
Eligibility for the complimentary initial estate planning interview and exclusive online rates is subject to:
- submission of the completed questionnaire within the applicable three-calendar-day period;
- provision of preliminary instructions through the online process or an approved alternative arrangement; and
- the terms, scope and validity period stated in the Online Rates Schedule.
The complimentary initial estate planning interview:
- is limited to 20 minutes;
- is conducted by telephone or Zoom;
- is intended to clarify your preliminary instructions and discuss possible next steps; and
- does not include comprehensive legal advice, document review or written advice.
Fee Estimates Disclaimers
Published fees and estimates are based on basic, non-complex circumstances and on the required information, documents and instructions being provided through our online process. The published estimate may not apply if your matter is complex or you require an alternative method of providing instructions. Please contact us to discuss any reasonable adjustments or alternative arrangements and to obtain an appropriate estimate before work begins.
Any estimate of total legal costs is not a fixed quote or cap. The actual legal costs and disbursements may exceed the estimate if your instructions or the scope of work change, the matter becomes prolonged or more complex, or further information or circumstances arise. If there is a significant change affecting a previous disclosure, we will notify you in writing as soon as reasonably practicable and provide a revised estimate. Our rates may also be reviewed during a prolonged matter, but we will give you written notice before revised rates apply.
Wills and probate in Victoria Australia
- Last Will and Testament
- Glossary of Terms & Terminology for wills, estates including family provision Australia
- Smarter Will Instructions
- Wills Instructions & Basic Information
- Who to choose to be the Executor of your Will
- Why everyone should do a smarter Last Will
- Disadvantages of not having a will and benefit of a Last Will and Testament
- Last Will and issues in do-it-yourself will kits
- Will – Making it valid & legal in Victoria Australia
- Estate Planning and Getting it Right – Tips
Other Estate Planning Documents
Victoria
Enduring Power of Attorney - VIC - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes Victoria 150 AUD
Meeting VIC government requirements, this Enduring Power of Attorney is a quick and easy solution to appoint one or more decision-makers for financial and personal matters.
Appointment of Support Person - VIC - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes Victoria 150 AUD
This document is a quick and easy way to appoint a Support Person to make, communicate and act on medical treatment decisions on your behalf. Follows the format approved by the Department of Health and Human Services of VIC. Use this version if you will be signing the document.
Advance Care Directive - VIC - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes Victoria 150 AUD
Following the approved format of the Department of Health and Human Services of VIC, this Advance Care Directive enables you to provide directions for future medical treatment in the event that you are unable to give medical instructions. Use this version if you will be signing the directive.
Advance Care Directive (Someone Signing On Your Behalf) - VIC - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes Victoria 150 AUD
Following the approved format of the Department of Health and Human Services of VIC, use this Advance Care Directive to give directions regarding medical treatment to one or more decision-makers. Use this version if someone else will be signing on behalf of the appointing person.
Appointment of medical treatment decision maker (LongForm) - VIC - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes Victoria 150 AUD
Following the approved long-form format of the Department of Health and Human Services of VIC, this Appointment of Medical Treatment Decision Maker enables you to appoint up to four decision makers to make medical treatment decisions on your behalf. Use this version if you will be signing the document.
Appointment of medical treatment decision maker (short form) - VIC - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes Victoria 150 AUD
Following the approved short-form format of the Department of Health and Human Services of VIC, this Appointment of Medical Treatment Decision Maker enables you to appoint up to four decision makers to make medical treatment decisions on your behalf. Use this version if you will be signing the document.
Appointment of medical treatment decision maker signing on your behalf (SF) - VIC - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes Victoria 150 AUD
Following the approved short-form format of the Department of Health and Human Services of VIC, use this Appointment of Medical Treatment Decision Maker to appoint up to four representatives to make medical treatment decisions. This version is appropriate if someone else will be signing on behalf of the appointing person.
Appointment of Support Person (someone signing on your behalf) - VIC - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes Victoria 150 AUD
This document is a quick and easy way to appoint a Support Person to make, communicate and act on medical treatment decisions. Follows the format approved by the Department of Health and Human Services of VIC. Use this version if someone else will be signing on behalf of the appointing person.
New South Wales
Enduring Guardian - NSW - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes New South Wales 310 AUD
Complying with NSW government requirements, our Enduring Power of Guardianship document is a simple and fast solution for appointing one or more decision-makers for personal matters.
Enduring Power of Attorney - NSW - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes New South Wales 150 AUD
In line with NSW government requirements, our Enduring Power of Attorney solution is the quickest and easiest way to appoint one or more trusted people to make financial decisions on your behalf.
Health Direction - ACT - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes Australian Capital Territory 310 AUD
Record your wishes regarding medical treatment with this Health Direction that follows the format required by ACT legislation.
Enduring Power of Attorney - ACT - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes Australian Capital Territory 150 AUD
This Enduring Power of Attorney solution enables you to appoint one or more trusted decision-makers for property matters, personal care matters, health care matters and/or medical research matters in the format required by ACT legislation.
Queensland
Advance Health Directive - QLD - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes Queensland 150 AUD
Following the approved format of the QLD government, our Advance Health Directive solution is an efficient and effective way to provide directions regarding future medical treatment.
Enduring Power of Attorney - QLD - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes Queensland 150 AUD
Complying with QLD government requirements, our Enduring Power of Attorney is the fastest and simplest way to appoint decision-makers for personal and financial matters. Offers both short and long-from formats for added flexibility.
Revocation of Enduring Power of Attorney - Qld - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes Queensland
Complying with QLD government requirements, our Revocation of Enduring Power of Attorney is the fastest and simplest way to revoke the appointment of decision-makers for personal and financial matters.
South Australia
Advance Care Directive - SA - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes South Australia 150 AUD
Use this Advance Care Directive document to appoint one or more substitute decision-makers in respect of personal matters, including health care and residential accommodation. Follows the format approved by the SA government.
Enduring Power of Attorney - SA - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes South Australia 150 AUD
Use this Enduring Power of Attorney to appoint one or more trusted people to make financial decisions on your behalf. Meets SA government requirements.
Western Australia
Enduring Power of Attorney - WA - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes Western Australia 150 AUD
Our Enduring Power of Attorney is the quickest and easiest way to appoint one or more decision-makers for financial and property matters in the format required by WA legislation.
Advance Health Directive - WA - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes Western Australia 150AUD
Following the approved format of the WA government, this Advance Health Directive solution is the most efficient and effective way to make advance decisions in respect of medical, surgical, dental or other health care matters.
Enduring Power of Guardianship - WA - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes Western Australia 310 AUD
This Enduring Power of Guardianship is an efficient and effective way to appoint a guardian to make decisions in respect of personal matters. Complies with WA government requirements.
Tasmania
Instrument Appointing Enduring Guardian -TAS - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes Tasmania 310 AUD
In accordance with the form approved by the Guardianship and Administration Board of TAS, this document enables you to quickly and easily appoint an enduring guardian for personal matters.
Enduring Power of Attorney - TAS - Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes Tasmania 150 AUD
In the format required by TAS legislation, this Enduring Power of Attorney solution is the quickest and easiest way to appoint financial decision-makers on your behalf.
Northern Territory
Advance Personal Plan - NT
Lawyer Assisted
Under 10 minutes Northern Territory 150 AUD
In line with Northern Territory legislative requirements, use this Advance Personal Plan to appoint one or more decision-makers for personal and financial matters. Can also be used to make an advance care statement and legally binding advance consent decisions about medical treatment.
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* Promotion Price – T & C’s: Available only during a publicly advertised promotional period. Will be subject to relevant T & C’s. We may offer this price for long term clients or registered clients from time to time, in special promotional campaigns.
NOTE: All prices listed above exclude GST. If your matter is complex and requires additional work the prices quoted would be reassessed dependant on your matter.