We are pleased to announce that our principal lawyer, John Liacopoulos, is now a Law Institute of Victoria (LIV) Accredited Specialist in Wills & Estates.
An Accredited Specialist is a lawyer recognised as having expertise in a particular area of law. LIV Accredited Specialists:
- must pass a comprehensive assessment process that tests technical knowledge, writing and practical interview or advocacy skills. This assessment is developed and assessed by other senior Accredited Specialists, academics and members of the Victorian Bar;
- must maintain a higher degree of professional development in their area of specialisation, which involves the to ensure the continual development of their skills; and
- must practice substantially in their area of specialisation.
The Wills & Estates specialization is a comprehensive field covers areas of the law including:
- Preparation of Wills & tax law in the context of Estate Planning;
- Probate, Letters of Administration & Estate Administration;
- Estate Litigation (commonly referred to as ‘challenging a Will’);
- Enduring Powers of Attorney & Medical Treatment Decision Maker deeds (known as Medical Power of Attorney);
- Guardianship and Administration in VCAT; and
- Superannuation Death Benefits.
John is thrilled to have this recognition in the field of Wills & Estates, and will continue to provide affordable, affable and effective estate planning services to his clients in and around Melbourne.