E&A Lawyers

E&A Lawyers Lawyers for estate planning, deceased estates, property law and commercial law. Your matter is important to you so we make it important to us.

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E&A Lawyers is a law firm in the northern beaches of Sydney with a long and local history of providing services in Family Law, Wills & Estates, Conveyancing and Commercial & Business Law. For those who have lived in the region for a long time, you may know us as Edgington & Alfonso. In 2006, we chose to make that pronunciation a little easier but rest assured

, we offer the same level of professional expertise, experience, care and attention to detail that we have for over 50 years.

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When your inquiry branches across more than one area of expertise, because we work as a team, you can be comfortable in the knowledge that the best people are working on any and all aspects of your matter. Your inquiry is unique to you and we strive at all times to be sensitive to your specific needs, while delivering the most achievable results. You are looking for honesty and integrity so while we will always support you and guide you, we will also only provide you with advice and representation that meets your legal obligations, to ensure we protect your interests. You may have considered a โ€˜big cityโ€™ law firm is the way to go; we promise you the same level of experience and expertise without the hefty price tag. How you communicate with us is your choice; in person, by phone, by email (or even snail mail) or by other means that our latest technology delivers. Legal matters can be exhausting and stressful so itโ€™s very important that you are comfortable with the way we communicate. You can be guaranteed absolute confidentiality and discretion at all times. We will only share personal details when we are required to at law or when you specifically authorise us to do so.

Selling a high value property in NSW isn't quite the same as a standard sale - tax, privacy, contract terms and document...
02/08/2026

Selling a high value property in NSW isn't quite the same as a standard sale - tax, privacy, contract terms and documentation can all need extra attention. Getting advice before you list can help you avoid delays and go into negotiations with confidence. Here's what to think about before putting your property on the market: https://dub.sh/RQTssDC

Did you know your superannuation usually isn't covered by your Will? Without a valid Binding Death Benefit Nomination, t...
27/07/2026

Did you know your superannuation usually isn't covered by your Will? Without a valid Binding Death Benefit Nomination, the fund trustee decides who receives it when you die, which can mean delays and family disputes.

Here's what you need to know to make sure your super goes to the people you intend: https://dub.sh/XgokBTM

Right to reside clauses are a common feature of NSW Wills - but if they're not carefully drafted, they can create disput...
01/07/2026

Right to reside clauses are a common feature of NSW Wills - but if they're not carefully drafted, they can create disputes, financial uncertainty and years of delay for everyone involved. Whether you're a Will maker, an occupant relying on one for housing, or a beneficiary waiting to inherit, there's a lot to get right. Read more here: https://dub.sh/z1VVPwF

The Federal Government has confirmed that testamentary trusts will be exempt from the proposed 30 per cent minimum tax o...
19/06/2026

The Federal Government has confirmed that testamentary trusts will be exempt from the proposed 30 per cent minimum tax on discretionary trusts - a significant development for NSW families with estate planning arrangements in place.

Testamentary trusts continue to offer valuable tax and asset protection benefits, and this exemption keeps them firmly on the table as an estate planning tool.

Read the full update here: https://dub.sh/jF3w0MU

Your Will might not cover as much as you think. In NSW, assets like superannuation, jointly owned property and trust ass...
17/06/2026

Your Will might not cover as much as you think. In NSW, assets like superannuation, jointly owned property and trust assets can all fall outside your estate - and pass to people you may not have intended. Read more to understand how these assets are dealt with after death: https://dub.sh/Vt3s8nD

Not all assets form part of a deceased person's estate in NSW - superannuation, jointly owned property, and trust intere...
17/06/2026

Not all assets form part of a deceased person's estate in NSW - superannuation, jointly owned property, and trust interests can all pass outside it. But under NSW's unique notional estate laws, the Supreme Court can treat those assets as part of the estate in family provision claims.

Our latest article breaks down how these provisions work and what they mean for executors, beneficiaries, and anyone involved in estate planning: https://dub.sh/v8kskPR

If you're the sole director and shareholder of your company, have you thought about what happens to the business when yo...
30/05/2026

If you're the sole director and shareholder of your company, have you thought about what happens to the business when you die? The company doesn't automatically close - but without a Will and a proper plan, it can quickly become impossible to operate, leaving your employees, suppliers, and family in a very difficult position.

This article explains who can step in, what the law says, and the steps every business owner should take: https://dub.sh/rL2pGRw

Can Gifts in a Will Be Changed After Death? Sometimes, the outcome of the distribution of assets might be varied from th...
29/04/2026

Can Gifts in a Will Be Changed After Death? Sometimes, the outcome of the distribution of assets might be varied from that defined in the Will or by intestacy, where all the interested parties agree and by the relevant parties entering into an agreement. Read more about understanding deeds of family arrangement in NSW: https://dub.sh/WLCGHsi

Deciding whether or not to leave money and/or gifts to grandchildren and if so, how much and how to do it, is a very com...
05/04/2026

Deciding whether or not to leave money and/or gifts to grandchildren and if so, how much and how to do it, is a very common question during estate planning.

There is certainly no problem in making a gift to grandchildren in your Will, but there are a number of choices that need to be made, particularly when the grandchildren are young.
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Blended families can make Wills more complicated. In NSW, step-children are not treated the same as biological or adopte...
04/04/2026

Blended families can make Wills more complicated. In NSW, step-children are not treated the same as biological or adopted children under intestacy rules, but they may still seek provision from an estate in limited situations.

Eligibility often turns on real dependence and the nature of the relationship, not just closeness. Even if eligible, the Court weighs many factors before changing a Will.

To lower dispute risk, review your Will after relationship changes, avoid vague terms, and think carefully about how you balance a spouse and children from earlier relationships.
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Mona Vale, NSW
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