TJS Law

TJS Law Law Firm

Wills and Estate Planning
Estate and Trust Administration
Estate Disputes
Commercial and Business Law

TJS Law is a boutique Noosaville law firm helping individuals, families and business owners navigate important legal decisions with clarity and confidence. Led by solicitor Samantha Sheppard, the firm focuses on wills and estate planning, estate administration, estate disputes, and related business and leasing matters. Known for clear communication and practical advice, TJS Law takes a personalise

d approach to every matter. The team understands that estate and succession issues are rarely straightforward, which is why they explain each step in plain English, outline what is needed next, and keep clients informed throughout the process. Whether someone is planning ahead, acting as an executor, updating documents after a life change, or dealing with a disagreement over an estate, TJS Law provides calm, solicitor-led support tailored to the client’s circumstances. Clients work with real people, not a rotating inbox, and benefit from a structured process designed to reduce uncertainty. Based in Noosaville and serving Noosa and the Sunshine Coast, the firm is committed to making complex legal matters feel more manageable through tailored guidance, discretion, and a strong focus on steady, professional service.

That hard estate message sent?Pause 48 hours.When emotions are high, the first reply is often the one everyone regrets l...
05/06/2026

That hard estate message sent?
Pause 48 hours.

When emotions are high, the first reply is often the one everyone regrets later. We see families send accusations because the wording feels urgent—then relationships fracture further.

If there’s a disagreement, try a “cooling-off clause” in advance. Agree to a 48-hour pause after any hard message, then respond with only a one-paragraph, factual update:

Dates, documents, and what you’re asking for—no emotion, no add-ons.

Your lawyer can draft the wording so it stays calm, discreet, and resolution-focused, and helps keep communication constructive while decisions move forward.

Contact TJS Law to discuss a cooling-off approach for your situation.

A lot of people want to “leave money to the kids”… but worry it’ll land in one hit.A testamentary trust does something d...
03/06/2026

A lot of people want to “leave money to the kids”… but worry it’ll land in one hit.

A testamentary trust does something different. Instead of giving money straight out, your will can set up a separate trust that controls when (and how) beneficiaries receive income and capital.

That structure can help most when:
- You want funds protected for children until they’re older or a specific time
- You’re managing a “spend-more-later” risk
- A loved one needs clear, supported payments after you’re gone

If you’re drafting or reviewing your will, ask for a calm, plain-English review with a solicitor at TJS Law.

Call (07) 5324 1944 or contact TJS Law to request an appointment.

Executor survival guide: the 3 “quiet” admin steps that cause the most delaysWe see it after the funeral paperwork is “d...
01/06/2026

Executor survival guide: the 3 “quiet” admin steps that cause the most delays

We see it after the funeral paperwork is “done” — estates stall in the unglamorous bits.

Three admin steps we watch closely:
1) Getting the right account/asset statements together (so balances and ownership are clear).
2) Handling property transfers correctly (titles, leases, and who actually needs to sign).
3) Confirming who gets what before distribution (so you don’t pause for corrections later).

When those are missed, it’s not dramatic at first — it’s the back-and-forth: requests, re-requests, and delays that could have been avoided.

If you want a solicitor-led process that keeps things moving in plain English, Contact TJS Law to book an appointment.

That “estimated” outgoings figure can turn nasty fast.Before you sign, pull the outgoings clause and look for three thin...
29/05/2026

That “estimated” outgoings figure can turn nasty fast.

Before you sign, pull the outgoings clause and look for three things:

1) What expenses can be passed to you (rates, insurance, repairs, management fees, make-good costs—are they listed, or “anything”?)
2) How it’s calculated (actuals vs estimated, caps or exclusions, and what happens if estimates are wrong)
3) Whether you have audit/records rights (can you request statements, verify totals, and challenge mistakes?)

One missing definition can mean you’re paying for costs you didn’t realise were on the table.

Save this 60-second checklist. Then if you want us to sanity-check the clauses in plain English, Request an appointment with TJS Law.

“POA isn’t a blanket take-over.”We hear this worry a lot: “Will my attorney be able to step in for everything?”In plain ...
27/05/2026

“POA isn’t a blanket take-over.”

We hear this worry a lot: “Will my attorney be able to step in for everything?”

In plain terms, a financial/legal power of attorney usually allows your attorney to act within the scope you set, for example:

Pay bills and manage everyday finances
Manage bank/building society accounts
Handle certain transactions and dealings

What it typically does NOT mean:

Your attorney can do whatever they want, for any purpose
It overrides your will (it’s about decisions during your lifetime)
It automatically covers health decisions (those sit with an advance health directive)

Before you sign, we recommend you:

Check the wording and limits in the document
Appoint backups (in case your first choice can’t act)
Ensure it aligns with your will and your broader plan

If you want us to help you set it up clearly, Contact TJS Law or Request an appointment.

Not sure if it’s an estate expense? Pause.If you can’t explain why the estate is paying—mortgage rates, repairs, funeral...
25/05/2026

Not sure if it’s an estate expense? Pause.

If you can’t explain why the estate is paying—mortgage rates, repairs, funeral add-ons—it’s a sign to pause and get solicitor-led guidance before money moves.

The cleanest way to stay organised and compliant is simple:
Document the decision before the payment goes out.

Ask us to help you sort what belongs to the estate, what doesn’t, and how to record the reasons clearly—so you’re not left guessing later.

Contact TJS Law to talk it through.

That “termination” letter scares you?We understand the pressure: one wrong clause or a defective notice can put your bus...
22/05/2026

That “termination” letter scares you?

We understand the pressure: one wrong clause or a defective notice can put your business at risk before you’ve had a chance to respond.

Before you sign a commercial lease on the Sunshine Coast, run this pre-sign “termination” panic test:

1) Who can end the lease, and for what reason?
2) What notice period is required?
3) Is there a cure period (and how long to fix the default)?
4) What happens to rent already paid—and do they keep the “termination” option if you’ve cured?

Then double-check the rent-default and termination wording for any automatic lock-outs or “immediate action” triggers.

If you want us to review the clauses in plain English, Contact TJS Law or call (07) 5324 1944 to request an appointment.

“They said I’m not entitled… but I was.” We hear this a lot. In Queensland family provision matters, an eligible person ...
20/05/2026

“They said I’m not entitled… but I was.”

We hear this a lot. In Queensland family provision matters, an eligible person can be concerned their loved one didn’t make proper provision—yet the law also has strict timing.

Generally, family provision applicants must:
Notify the executor within 6 months of the person’s death
File their application in the Supreme or District Court within 9 months

If you’re late, the court may allow it only in limited circumstances—so a valid concern can still become harder to pursue without timely steps.

If you’re asking, “What does entitlement mean here?” we can explain what applies to you and the next options, in plain English. Contact TJS Law for a calm, solicitor-led first appointment.

Call (07) 5324 1944 or Contact TJS Law.

“If there’s a Will dispute, what exact steps will my executor have to follow—and what happens if they can’t or won’t?”We...
18/05/2026

“If there’s a Will dispute, what exact steps will my executor have to follow—and what happens if they can’t or won’t?”

We hear families focus on names and wishes, then stall later when the paperwork meets real conflict. Before you finalise your Queensland Will, ask how executor duties work in practice.

Recent Queensland court guidance in 2025 reinforces that executors have strict fiduciary duties, and courts can step in when those duties aren’t met. A capable executor should be able to explain the process clearly—and what happens if things go off track.

Request an appointment with TJS Law and we’ll help you ask the right questions now, so your estate plan holds up when it matters.

Call (07) 5324 1944.

“If you stepped back tomorrow, would the business have a decision-maker?”Only 19% of family businesses have a documented...
15/05/2026

“If you stepped back tomorrow, would the business have a decision-maker?”

Only 19% of family businesses have a documented succession plan (Grant Thornton 2025). That gap turns into tense, repeated family decisions—right when the business needs steadiness.

Start with a practical checklist:
Who can sign?
Who inherits voting/control?
Who has authority when roles change?

Write it down early, while everyone’s still on the same page. Then we help you map the calm, solicitor-led structure—so it doesn’t become a family dispute later.

Contact TJS Law or call (07) 5324 1944 to request an appointment.

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4/65 Mary Street, Noosaville, Queensland, 4566
Noosa Heads, QLD
4567

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