Trust Lawyer

Family Trust and Business Trust Services

Safeguard Your Assets and Ensure Your Family’s Future

A Family Trust or a Business Trust is an effective legal instrument designed to protect assets, manage the distribution of wealth, and provide enduring benefits for beneficiaries. At Go Lawyers, our proficient trust attorneys assist clients in establishing, managing, and optimizing trusts to ensure robust asset protection and a comprehensive strategy for succession planning. Whether your needs encompass drafting a formal trust deed or examining the advantages and disadvantages of various types of trusts, our team will guide you through each phase of the process.

Protecting Assets from Creditors

We structure family and business trusts to provide strong asset protection, shielding your wealth from potential claims or liabilities.

Simplifying Complex Tax Obligations

Our expertise ensures your trust operates in a tax-effective manner, reducing confusion and helping you manage tax responsibilities efficiently.

Ensuring Smooth Succession Planning

We integrate testamentary trusts into your estate planning to facilitate seamless wealth transfer and reduce disputes among beneficiaries.

Book your Succession Planning consultation today

We’re here to help you with all your legal needs. Our team is ready to assist if you have a question, need advice, or want to schedule a consultation.

Your Partner in Structured Family and Business Trust

At Go Lawyers, we specialise in helping individuals and businesses establish and manage family trusts that provide long-term benefits. A well-structured trust can serve as a powerful tool for asset protection, income management, and wealth distribution, ensuring your financial goals are achieved while safeguarding your legacy. Whether you’re looking to draft a formal trust deed, protect business assets, or plan for seamless generational wealth transfer, our team delivers personalised solutions to meet your unique needs.

Our comprehensive services include everything from setting up business trusts and testamentary trusts to advising on the role of a corporate trustee. We focus on creating tax-efficient income distribution strategies and offer guidance on choosing between unit trusts and discretionary trusts, considering their advantages and disadvantages. With Go Lawyers, you can trust that your assets are managed with precision and care, ensuring compliance and long-term financial security for you and your beneficiaries.

Drafting Trust Deeds

We prepare customised trust deeds and ensure they meet all legal requirements to align with your financial goals.

Business Trusts

We establish business trust structures to protect business assets while ensuring smooth operations and financial benefits.

Asset Protection

A family trust provides robust asset protection, safeguarding your wealth from creditors and potential liabilities.

Corporate Trustee Support

Whether your trustee is legally responsible as an individual or part of a corporate trustee, we provide tailored advice.

Income Distribution

Our team helps structure tax-efficient income distribution strategies to benefit beneficiaries.

Unit Trusts and Discretionary Trusts

We help you choose between unit trusts and discretionary trusts, highlighting their advantages and disadvantages for your needs.

Explore Our Expertise

A well-structured Family Trust or a Business Trust is essential for safeguarding your assets, ensuring tax-effective income management, and planning for future generations. At Go Lawyers, we combine expertise in trust business structures, trust deeds, and estate planning to deliver personalised solutions that meet your unique needs. Contact us today to learn how our experienced trust lawyers can help secure your financial future.

Estate Planning Considerations

When buying or selling a business, estate planning plays a vital role. Are your business assets, trusts, or super funds adequately accounted for? At Go Lawyers, we:

  • Provide expert legal advice to ensure business transactions align with your overall estate plan.
  • Assist in structuring testamentary trusts to safeguard business assets for future generations.
  • Offer cost-effective solutions to simplify complex transactions.
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Frequently Asked Questions.

Whether you are an individual, a business owner, or part of a giant corporation, our experienced team delivers solutions that protect your interests and drive results.

A family trust is a legal arrangement used to manage and distribute assets among family members, often for asset protection and tax benefits.

An enduring power of attorney allows someone you trust to make financial and legal decisions on your behalf if you become incapacitated.

Testamentary trusts are created through a will to manage assets for beneficiaries, offering tax benefits and asset protection.

A discretionary trust provides flexibility in distributing income or assets among beneficiaries, often used for family wealth management.

We help ensure your life insurance is integrated into your succession plan, providing financial support for your loved ones.

Your super fund can be a significant part of your estate and should be considered in your will to ensure proper distribution.

Yes, an estate planning lawyer ensures your will is legally valid, comprehensive, and aligned with your goals.

Regular reviews are recommended, especially after major life changes, to keep your legal documents up-to-date.

Estate administration involves managing and distributing a deceased person’s assets according to their will or the law.

A power of guardianship allows you to appoint someone to make personal and health-related decisions if you’re unable to do so.

Find Resolution, Not Conflict

Disputes don’t have to lead to lengthy court battles. At Go Lawyers, our mediation lawyer services provide a practical and efficient way to resolve conflicts. Our experienced team fosters constructive dialogue to achieve fair and mutually beneficial outcomes, whether it's family mediation, business disputes, or transactional issues.

Let us guide you toward a solution that prioritises your interests while preserving relationships.

Expand Your Trusts with Comprehensive Legal Support

At Go Lawyers, our expertise in family trusts is complemented by a full suite of legal services to meet your broader needs. From navigating complex commercial leases with our Commercial Lawyers Sydney to securing your legacy through Succession Planning, we are here to support you.

Protect your innovations with our Intellectual Property Lawyers Sydney or ensure smooth business operations with our Small Business Lawyers. For secure estate management, trust our Estate Planning Lawyers, or resolve disputes efficiently through our Legal Mediation Services. Need certified documents? Our Notary Public Services are at your service, and we also assist with establishing a Power of Attorney.

Led by John Golinelli, our team ensures all your legal needs are met with professionalism and care.

Professional Lawyers who offer a fixed, fair price

Whether you are an individual, a business owner, or part of a giant corporation, our experienced team delivers solutions that protect your interests and drive results. From drafting contracts and negotiating agreements to resolving disputes through mediation or litigation, we handle every aspect of your legal needs professionally and carefully.

We understand the importance of clear communication and cost-effective services, so we prioritise transparency and efficiency. Our team possesses expertise in risk management, compliance, and the resolution of commercial disputes, allowing you to depend on us as a reliable partner throughout the entire process.