Cooper Steendam

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Law Clerk

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Melbourne, Australia

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Award Winning Law Firm – Top Specialist Firm & Top Boutique Firm (Australasian Lawyer)

Cooper supports the Trusts and Estates team with a disciplined and organised approach to his work. He assists across a range of matters, contributing careful research, document preparation and administrative support with a strong focus on accuracy and structure.
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Clients and colleagues appreciate Cooper’s dependable and hardworking manner, as well as his clear communication and attentive listening skills. He enjoys engaging with clients and working collaboratively with the team, taking pride in ensuring matters are progressed thoughtfully and efficiently.
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Cooper is currently completing a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Finance.

Estate Planning

Estate planning helps you organise your financial and personal affairs in a way that reflects your intentions and provides clarity and certainty for the future.

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Estate Administration

Estate administration involves managing and distributing a deceased person’s assets in accordance with their will or the law. Clear guidance can help executors and administrators fulfil their responsibilities with confidence and avoid unnecessary delay or uncertainty.

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Estate Disputes and Will Challenges

Disagreements about an estate or the terms of a will can arise at an already difficult time. When expectations differ or questions arise about estate administration, uncertainty can follow.

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Guardianship and Capacity Disputes

Guardianship and capacity disputes arise where there is a disagreement about a loved one's ability to make decisions for themselves, or who, if anyone, should make decisions on their behalf in relation to personal, financial or health matters.

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Probate

Probate and estate administration involve managing a loved one’s affairs after they pass away, often at a time when emotions are high and responsibilities feel unfamiliar. Clear guidance can help reduce uncertainty and support a more orderly and considered administration process.

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Taxation of Deceased Estates

Tax considerations play an important role in how estates are planned, administered, and distributed. The taxation of deceased estates considers how tax issues apply to estate assets and income after a loved one passes away, and how tax-effective planning can influence those outcomes.

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