Wills, POA and Enduring Guardian

A well-prepared will is one of the most important ways to protect your family, your assets and your wishes. But it is not just about paperwork. It is about peace of mind and making sure the people you care about are supported and informed. At Gouveia Legal, we help individuals and families across Sydney prepare legally sound wills, plan their estates and navigate probate with confidence. Whether you are planning ahead or managing a loved one’s affairs, we provide clear advice, sensitive support and practical solutions.

We also help clients with more complex arrangements, such as blended families, co-ownership, and family contributions to property purchases.

Wills and estate services we offer

We assist clients across all stages of life, from first-time will makers to older adults and families navigating estate matters. Our services include:

Drafting wills and testamentary trusts

We prepare clear, legally valid wills that reflect your wishes and reduce the risk of disputes. Where needed, we can also set up testamentary trusts for asset protection or more structured inheritance planning.

We take the time to understand your family structure, your concerns and your goals. We also make sure your documents are written in plain language and easy to follow.

Powers of attorney and guardianship

We help clients put powers of attorney and enduring guardianship documents in place, so that trusted people can manage their affairs if they become unable to do so.

This includes:

• Enduring power of attorney (for financial decisions)
• Enduring guardianship (for health and personal decisions)

We explain what these documents cover and make sure they are properly signed and witnessed.

Estate planning

We assist with broader estate planning matters, including:

• Planning for property co-ownership
• Protecting inheritances in blended families
• Managing financial gifts and loans from parents
• Family law and asset protection considerations

Many of our estate planning clients come to us through property work. For example, after buying a property as tenants in common or receiving a family contribution.

Plan with confidence

Estate planning is not just for later in life. It is something every adult should have in place. Whether you need a basic will or a more tailored estate plan, we are here to make the process simple, respectful and effective.