Your Will is only one part of the picture.

For many families, a Will is enough.
For business owners, investors and those with more complex assets, it is often only one part of the solution.

Effective estate planning considers how your business interests, property, trusts, superannuation, companies and personal assets work together, ensuring ownership, control and succession are aligned with your wishes.

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Planning for you and your future.

Estate planning
Bringing your family, business and assets together into one clear plan.

Wills
Putting your wishes in writing.

Powers of attorney
Planning for whatever life throws at you.

Administration and protection.

Probate
We assist with Probate and Letters
of Administration.

Testamentary trusts
Protecting wealth for future generations.

Estate disputes
Resolving disputes with practical advice and experienced representation.

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Estate planning is one of those things you know you should do, but it's hard to know where to start.
Archer Scott made the process simple, explained everything clearly and gave us confidence that our wishes would be carried out exactly as intended. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend them."

Bill Hunter, Camberwell, Victoria

Protect what you've built.

Whether you're planning for your family, your business or both, it starts with a confidential consultation.

Book a Consultation

Have a question?
Call us directly Melbourne +613 8777 2221 or Sydney +612 9167 2680

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The biggest risk isn't having no Will.

It's assuming a Will deals with everything.
Book a Consultation

Complimentary 30 minute consultation.
Call us directly Melbourne +613 8777 2221 or Sydney +612 9167 2680

Your succession journey

A clear process. Expert guidance. Complete confidence.
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Complimentary consultation


A confidential 30-minute video consultation to understand your circumstances, answer your questions and discuss the best way forward.
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Strategic estate plan

You will receive a clear scope of work, quote proposal and recommended pathway before any work begins.

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Preparation and finalisation

We prepare your documents, guide you through each step and ensure everything is finalised with confidence.

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A coordinated team around you.

Good succession and estate planning rarely happens in isolation.

We don't simply prepare legal documents.

We work alongside your accountant, financial adviser and other trusted professionals to ensure every part of your estate strategy works together.

Common assumptions. Clear answers.


I'm too young to think about estate planning."
Life is unpredictable. Planning early protects your options and gives you peace of mind.
My accountant will take care of all of this."
Your accountant is vital for tax. We coordinate the legal pieces and ensure nothing is missed.
My family already knows what I want."
Assumptions cause conflict. A clear plan prevents confusion and protects relationships.

Your advisers. One coordinated strategy.


We work alongside your accountant, financial adviser and other trusted professionals to coordinate a strategy that protects your business, your family and the legacy you have worked hard to build.
I already have trusted advisers."
That's an excellent start. The challenge isn't having good advisers. It's ensuring everyone is working towards the same outcome. We work alongside your accountant, financial adviser and other trusted professionals to coordinate a clear legal strategy.
I only need a lawyer to prepare the documents."
Preparing the documents is only one part of the process. Good legal advice considers your business, family, financial arrangements and long-term objectives to ensure everything works together.
I already have a Will. That's enough."
A Will should be reviewed whenever your circumstances change, including marriage, separation, children, buying or selling a business, or significant changes to your assets.

Let's protect what you've built.

Whether you're planning for your family, your business or both, it starts with a confidential consultation.
Book a Consultation

Have a question?  Call us directly
Melbourne +613 8777 2221 or Sydney +612 9167 2680

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Estate planning isn't just about
preparing documents. It's about helping clients make confident decisions that protect their family, their business and their legacy."

Frank Back, Senior Partner
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