At WPCL, we understand the significance of having autonomy over your assets and making provisions for your loved ones. Our solicitors are well-versed in advising clients on the procedures and implications of wealth planning, as well as the resolution of potential disputes so as to give our clients a peace of mind.
We advise and make personalized arrangement for clients to secure an effective and efficient succession to their assets with minimal tax implications. Members of our firm are well trusted by clients in the administration of estates and trusts. We are also experienced in litigating or negotiating settlement for inheritance and trust disputes, and drawing them to an amicable conclusion.
Our Experience
Non-Contentious Matters
- Prepare and advise on will / trust deed dealing with assets located locally, in Mainland China and abroad
- Advise on intestacy creation and administration of trusts including family trust / charitable trust, etc
- Estate administration, management and distribution
- Application for grant to personal representatives, and resealing of foreign grant in Hong Kong
- Estate duty payment clearance
- Prepare and advise on deed of family arrangement / assent
Contentious Matters
- Handle proceedings between beneficiaries to the estate
- Handle claims concerning the entitlements of dependents / illegitimate children / widow / concubine, etc.
- Handle proceedings relating to improper administration of estate / trust