Trusted Advice for Your Family's Future
At Carpenter & Associates, we're a long-established Adelaide firm with over 35 years of professional experience specialising in the area of Wills and Estates law. Our team of highly qualified professionals is dedicated to providing you with practical advice to achieve the best outcome possible for you. We're highly regarded in the legal profession for our ethics, professionalism, and experience.
Our Goal
Our goal is to provide you with expert guidance and support in navigating the complexities of Wills and Estates law. We understand that dealing with deceased estates, will disputes, and estate planning can be a daunting task, which is why we're committed to providing you with friendly, caring, and approachable service. We're conscious of our clients' concerns regarding legal fees and strive to minimise unnecessary costs while charging reasonable fees.
Our Services
We offer a comprehensive range of services, including:
- Wills & Estate Planning: We can assist you with preparing or amending your Will, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Advance Care Directives, and other estate planning documents.
- Estate Administration: We can guide you through the process of administering deceased estates, including advice relating to the interpretation of a Will and applications to the Supreme Court for advice and directions.
- Will Disputes: We specialize in solving issues for our clients in the most efficient and cost-effective manner possible.
- Powers of Attorney: We can assist you with preparing Powers of Attorney and advise on issues related to guardianship and administration applications in the South Australian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (SACAT).
- Guardianship Issues: We can provide expert advice on guardianship and administration applications in SACAT and other related matters.
Our Advantages
At Carpenter & Associates, we're proud of our strong reputation and the trust our clients have placed in us. We pride ourselves on our friendly, caring, and approachable service, and we're committed to providing you with practical advice to achieve the best outcome possible for you.
Our People
Meet our team of experienced professionals, including Mark Jordan and Richard Jackson, who have gained substantial experience in Wills & Estates law and are dedicated to providing you with expert guidance and support.
Overall Impression
The reviewers have shared overwhelmingly positive experiences with Carpenter & Associates, a law firm that seems to have exceeded their expectations. The reviews highlight the firm's professionalism, responsive communication, and exceptional expertise.
Tony Naish's Review
At 84 years old, Tony Naish has had a lot of dealings with lawyers, but he's particularly pleased with his experience at Carpenter & Associates. He mentions that the firm's lawyers are not carpenters, but this doesn't seem to detract from his positive review. Tony doesn't provide specific details about his experience, but his 5-star rating speaks volumes.
R. St's Review
R. St is also extremely satisfied with his experience at Carpenter & Associates. He specifically praises Harry Wall, who he describes as the most professional family estate lawyer he's met. R. St highlights Harry's solid advice, quick response times, and sensible pricing. He emphasizes the importance of these qualities, stating that they make Carpenter & Associates stand out from other law firms.
Valda R.'s Review
Valda R. has a particularly glowing review of Judith Quick at Carpenter & Associates. She recounts how Judith restored her faith in lawyers by achieving her desired outcome with exceptional professionalism and support. Valda appreciates the team's ability to communicate effectively with her, even when she was out of state, and she feels fortunate to have found them through a friend's recommendation.
