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Bayside Wills + Estates

A specialist law firm assisting Bayside families to achieve peace of mind through tailored estate planning documents.

Information shared on this page is general and not legal advice. Please seek professional advice for your circumstances. Bayside Wills + Estates (a division of City Pacific Lawyers) is a specialist wills and estate planning law firm.

24/12/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas! 🎄
From all of us at Bayside Wills & Estates, we wish you a joyful, safe, and restful festive season.

Thank you for being part of our 2025 — and for trusting us with the important responsibility of helping protect your family, your wishes, and your legacy.

We look forward to supporting you in the new year.

Warmest wishes,
The Bayside Wills & Estates Lawyers Team

17/12/2025

We’re taking some time to be with our loved ones over the holidays.

Our office will close at the end of the day on Monday, 22 December, and reopen on Wednesday, 7 January.

We look forward to assisting you in the new year with trusted, comprehensive estate planning and estate administration support.

Warm wishes for a safe and joyful festive season from all of us at Bayside Wills & Estates Lawyers.

15/12/2025

The holiday season is about family, giving, and togetherness — a time filled with love, joy, and compassion.

It’s also when many of us naturally think about the people we care about most and the ways we express that care. Sometimes through a small gesture, and sometimes through something more lasting, like planning for their future.

In this guide, we explain why a Testamentary Trust can be one of the most thoughtful ways to protect children and grandchildren, by:
• safeguarding inheritances
• supporting education and important milestones
• offering flexibility as they grow
• providing protection from financial or relationship risks

👉 Swipe through to learn how a Testamentary Trust can offer long-term security for the next generation.

If you’d like to explore whether it’s right for your family, we’re here to help.

11/12/2025

When giving money at Christmas, it’s essential to be clear whether it is a gift or a loan.

Gifting money is a generous way to support loved ones, especially when living costs and financial pressures make things harder for many families.

But when money changes hands, even within the family, it’s important to be clear about one simple question: 𝙄𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙖 𝙜𝙞𝙛𝙩 𝙤𝙧 𝙖 𝙡𝙤𝙖𝙣?

That distinction matters.
Without clarity, well-intentioned support can lead to confusion later — especially if circumstances change, relationships shift, or larger family decisions (like buying a property) come into play.

Some key considerations include:
• Whether the gift may later be claimed as a loan
• How the money is treated if your child separates from a partner
• Whether siblings may feel unfairly treated
• Whether the transfer could affect your own estate planning or retirement plans

These are all manageable issues, but they need clarity from the start.

A simple written record can protect both your intentions and your family relationships.
And if you’re planning a larger gift or loan, getting the right advice ensures everyone is protected now and in the future.

Contact us for tailored family gifting guidance.

08/12/2025

A Will protects your wishes after you pass away...but what protects you while you’re still alive?

If you become unwell or injured and can’t make decisions, your family may have no legal authority to step in.

That’s why a complete estate plan needs documents that operate during your lifetime, including an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA) and a Medical Treatment Decision Maker (MTDM).

This guide is designed to help professionals, business owners, and families stay prepared and protect their future.

👉 Swipe through to see why planning for incapacity is essential and how to stay in control.

For tailored advice on EPOA and MTDM appointments, contact us today.

Let’s make sure your wishes are respected, whatever life brings.

04/12/2025

Planning for incapacity is something many people put off because it feels “too early” or too complicated to think about.

But planning ahead isn’t about expecting the worst; it’s about making sure your wishes are carried out if life takes an unexpected turn.

By appointing a Medical Treatment Decision Maker (MTDM) and an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA), you choose who can help make personal, financial, and medical decisions on your behalf if you’re ever unable to.

In our latest blog, ‘𝘞𝘩𝘺 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘕𝘦𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘯 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘐𝘯𝘤𝘢𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘞𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘔𝘢𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘞𝘪𝘭𝘭’, we explain:
• Why your Will isn’t enough on its own
• What happens in Victoria if you don’t plan for incapacity
• The risks for blended families and business owners
• How the right documents keep you in control

📙 Read the full blog here: https://buff.ly/dWkt2Ku

02/12/2025

December often reminds us how much life can change.

As the year comes to an end, it’s worth checking whether your Will still reflects your life today and the people you love most.

A simple review can bring clarity, protect your wishes, and give your family peace of mind heading into the new year.

👉 Swipe through the carousel to see when, and why, your Will may need updating.

If you’d like support reviewing or updating your Will, we’re here to help.

27/11/2025

We’re grateful for this kind feedback from Sue, a client who entrusted us with her Wills and Powers of Attorney.

A heartfelt thank you to Jordyn and our team for embodying the care and expertise our clients value most.

At Bayside Wills & Estates, we pride ourselves on providing expert, compassionate guidance — ensuring every client feels supported and confident at every step. 💙

25/11/2025

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20/11/2025

🏡 Helping your family into the property market?
Make sure good intentions come with good protection.

With property prices still high and more families buying together under the First Home Buyer Guarantee Extension, parents are increasingly stepping in to help adult children secure their first home.

This kind of support — whether it’s a gift, an interest-free loan, or acting as a guarantor — can make a huge difference.
But without a clear written agreement, it can also create confusion later about ownership, repayments, or liability.

At Bayside Wills & Estates Lawyers, we help families support each other safely, turning generosity into security for everyone involved.

💙 𝘎𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘥𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘦 𝘨𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘭𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘭 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯.

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765D Hawthorn Road
Brighton East, VIC
3187

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61395923356

Website

http://baysidewills.com.au/

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