Estate Planning and Administration Support

Why You Should Prepare a Will and Estate Plan Today

Planning for the future is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure your loved ones are protected and your wishes are known and respected. The Public Trustee provides a range of specialist estate planning, estate administration, and trustee services, and we’re here to make this process as easy and accessible as possible.

Will and Estate Planning for Tasmanians

Tasmanians can prepare a Will and Enduring Power of Attorney documents, from $140 for a single person to $210 for a couple. You have the option to appoint a family member, friend, or the Public Trustee as your executor or attorney. We can also prepare Enduring Guardianship documents.

Free Will Preparation for Eligible Individuals

Did you know that you can prepare your Will and Enduring Power of Attorney for free? If the Public Trustee is appointed as executor and attorney, seniors and Australian Government Concession card holders are eligible for this complimentary service. It’s a simple step that can provide peace of mind, knowing that your affairs are in order.

Take Action Today

Don’t wait to secure your future. Contact us to learn more about how we can assist you with estate planning. Remember, preparing a Will is not just about protecting your assets—it’s about providing for your loved ones and ensuring your wishes are honored.

Make the decision today to plan for tomorrow. Reach out to us and take the first step towards peace of mind.

Other Services the Public Trustee provides to the Tasmanian Community

Acting as estate executor or estate administrator.
Assuming the role of executor if the person named in the Will is unable or unwilling to act.
Acting as attorney for people requiring assistance to manage their financial affairs.
Acting as a trustee for various types of trusts, including accident compensation awards.
Support people to manage their financial affairs, only when appointed as Administrator by the Tasmanian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (TASCAT).
Managing funds under the control of the Public Trustee to provide a commercial rate of return to contributors.

We’re here to support you in managing your estate and financial affairs with expertise and care. Contact us today to find out how we can help you plan for the future.

Brochures and Information sheets can be viewed and downloaded – here.

Information videos can be viewed – here.

Cost

Our experienced solicitors can prepare both your Will and Enduring Power of Attorney for a one-off fee of $140 for singles and $210 for couples*. We can also prepare Enduring Gardianship documents.

A standard Will and enduring power of attorney are prepared free for Seniors and Australian Government Pensioner concession card holders when the Public Trustee is appointed as executor/attorney (card must be presented and only applies to one appointment per 12 month*.

*Additional fees may apply if more than the standard time is required. We will discuss your options with you before additional time is charged. Fees are subject to change.