Philip Davis
BA LLB, Master of Laws (Wills & Estates) · Accredited Specialist
About Philip
Admitted in 1997, Philip has spent his career working with trustee companies, the financial services sector and boutique legal practices, bringing over two decades of specialist experience in wills and estates law to clients across Sydney.
He assists clients with estate planning, the administration of simple and complex deceased estates, and acts in family provision claims and contested will matters. Philip is an Accredited Specialist in Wills and Estates and also serves as a Public Notary.
Areas of Expertise
Philip provides practical, clear guidance in all aspects of wills and estates, including:
Estate Planning
- Simple wills and estate plans
- Enduring powers of attorney
- Appointments of enduring guardian
- Blended family arrangements
Complex Planning
- Use of family trusts and testamentary trusts
- Superannuation death benefit strategies
- Assets held interstate or overseas
Estate Administration
- Applications for probate
- Applications for letters of administration
- Advising executors and administrators
Estate Disputes
- Family provision claims
- Contested wills and estate litigation
- Issues of testamentary capacity
- Interpretation of wills
Public Notary Services
As a Public Notary, Philip is authorised to witness signatures and certify copies of personal and commercial documents for use overseas, including passports, university transcripts, company documents and loan agreements.
Professional Presentations
Philip regularly presents to fellow professionals on developments in wills and estates law.
- "Estate planning – the basics"
Continuing professional development sessions for accountants and other legal practitioners. - "Aspects of International Estate Planning"
Presentations for the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners and continuing legal education providers.