YHC Lawyers

29/05/2026

We are proud to share that YHC Lawyers has been recognised in The Best Law Firms – Australia (2027 Edition) as:

• Regional Tier 1 – Brisbane : Trusts and Estates

• Regional Tier 2 – Brisbane: Wealth Management / Succession Planning Practice.

This is the firm’s strongest result to date and an important milestone for our team.

We are deeply grateful to Yaw-Hsien Chow for his leadership, to our YHC Lawyers team for the care and commitment they bring to their work each day, and to our referrers, colleagues and clients for their trust and continued support.

14/05/2026

Feedback like this means a great deal to our team, particularly because estate administration often involves guiding executors and families through a difficult and emotional process over many months.

11/05/2026

FAQ: What is a TDT Will?

Answer: TDT stands for Testamentary Discretionary Trust.

"Testamentary" because the trust is established inside a Will.

"Discretionary" because the trustee has discretion to allocate income and capital among certain beneficiaries.

"Trust" because the inheritance is held on trust for the beneficiaries (and sometimes the Willmaker's descendents).

TDT Wills are commonly used to protect beneficiaries who:
• are in occupations which expose them to personal liability;
• may be at risk of a relationship breakdown;
• have special needs or vulnerabilities; or
• have a history of poor financial management.

A TDT Will allows assets to be managed by a trustee, who can make appropriate decisions about how funds are applied for the benefit of the beneficiaries.

This structure can help support the financial security and educational needs of your children and grandchildren well beyond your lifetime.

For more information about intergenerational wealth transfer through the use of TDTs, you are welcome to contact us: https://www.yhclawyers.com.au/wills.html

06/05/2026

Thank you Chapel Hill VIEW Club for inviting Loan Chow to present to your members on Tuesday. You were a wonderful audience and Loan was delighted to share her insights on Effective Estate Planning.

Today’s speaker, Loan Chow, Director of YHC Lawyers, shared a wealth of practical insights about estate planning. She reminded us that it’s important to review our Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Health Service Directives every few years to ensure they still reflect our wishes and circumstances.

16/04/2026

Loan Chow has been included in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in Australia for Trusts and Estates and Wealth Management / Succession Planning.

Loan is grateful for the leadership and support of Yaw-Hsien Chow, for the contribution of our YHC Lawyers team, and for the continued trust of our referral partners, colleagues and clients.

03/03/2026

FAQ: We don’t have Wills yet, but we need to provide for our children if we both pass away. What’s the best way to get started?

Answer:
As a parent, it is your responsibility to decide who will take on the roles of Executor and Guardian in your Will.

These roles help ensure your children are cared for and that their financial and personal affairs are properly managed if you pass away before they reach 18 years.

Getting started usually involves:
- appointing guardians for your children;
- appointing Executors you trust;
- considering how and when your children should receive their inheritance; and
- putting safeguards in place to manage funds until your children are old enough.

An estate planning lawyer can help you work through these decisions and prepare documents that reflect your family’s circumstances.

For more information:
www.yhclawyers.com.au

11/02/2026

We offer these seminars for our clients and their loved ones to explain, in plain language, how Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney and Advance Health Directives operate in practice when they are needed.

Our next Next of Kin seminar will be held on 18 February.

If you are a referral partner, a client of YHC Lawyers, or an Executor or Attorney of a client, please contact us to register your interest:

www.yhclawyers.com.au/contact-us.html

09/02/2026

We’re only in the second month of the year, and we’ve already heard from many people who want a simple life but have a complex personal situation.

That might include:

- a blended family;
- a child with special needs;
- family estrangement or a "black sheep";
- beneficiaries at risk of relationship breakdown; and
- beneficiaries in professions who may be exposed to legal claims.

There are ways to put an estate plan in place that reflects your circumstances and supports the people you care about, while managing these risks thoughtfully and carefully.

Let’s make 2026 the year you finally get your estate plan organised, so you can look ahead with greater confidence and peace of mind.

Reach out to us at:
www.yhclawyers.com.au

27/01/2026

YHC Lawyers is celebrating 14 years! 🥳

We would like to thank our incredible team, referrers and clients for their continued support.

We look forward to another successful year together! 🌟

12/12/2025

What a year!

We have truly enjoyed engaging with our trusted colleagues, wonderful referrers and valued clients throughout 2025, and sincerely thank you for your support.

We also wish to thank our amazing and hard-working YHC Lawyers team: Emily-Rose Turton, Sharnie Maione, Sarah Wilson, Thomas West and Samantha Ong.

Best wishes for the holiday season and the New Year. We look forward to working with you again in 2026.

Yaw-Hsien Chow and Loan Chow