Your Trusted Partner for International Estate Planning

Offering specialised expertise in international estate planning for US expats living in Australia, we are dedicated to helping you navigate the complexities of estate law across borders and safeguard your assets for your family and loved ones.

Our clients include:

US expats who reside in Australia and need comprehensive estate planning services tailored to their unique cross-border situation

US Citizens

Spouses of US citizens

Australians who live overseas and have Australian-based assets

International clients with assets in Australia

Why Choose City Pacific Lawyers?

Meet Elizabeth Michael: Our Principal Lawyer and Director Elizabeth Michael is a dual qualified Australian: US lawyer. Elizabeth is an accomplished lawyer and attorney admitted to practice in both the US and Australia. With extensive experience garnered from prestigious top-tier commercial law firms in both countries, she brings a unique perspective to assisting expat clients with their estate planning legal needs. 

Elizabeth has been an Accredited Specialist in Wills and Estates by the Law Institute of Victoria since 2014.

Expertise in Cross-Border Estate Planning: Our team of experienced wills and estates lawyers understand the intricacies of estate planning for individuals with ties to both Australia and the USA. We have a proven track record of developing customised strategies that address your specific needs while ensuring compliance with relevant laws. 

Comprehensive Solutions: From drafting wills to advising on efficient cross border estate planning strategies, we offer a comprehensive suite of services designed to protect your assets and provide peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Whether you’re planning for retirement or preparing for the unexpected, we’re here to help you every step of the way.

Personalised Approach: At City Pacific Lawyers, we recognise that every client is unique. That’s why we take the time to listen to your concerns, understand your goals, and tailor our solutions to meet your individual needs and the needs of your family and loved ones. Your success is our priority, and we’re committed to delivering results that exceed your expectations.

Our Network: We have developed a network of like minded professionals, from financial planners to US CPAs so we can offer you support to meet all your expat needs.

Our Services

US-Australian Estate Planning: We draft wills and other legal documents to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes.

Asset Protection: We implement measures to safeguard your assets from creditors, litigation, and other risks.

Estate Administration: We support surviving partners and executors who live outside the US to recover US-based assets of the deceased.

Get Started Today

Don’t leave your international estate planning to chance. Contact City Pacific Lawyers to schedule a consultation with a specialist lawyer who has experience dealing with international will and estate plan requirements.

Our Promises

Why Choose City Pacific Lawyers?

Experience and professionalism combine to give you better outcomes

30 Year History
City Pacific Lawyers have been operating in Melbourne since 1993.
Personal Service
You’ll be assigned an experienced legal practitioner to oversee your requirements.
Specialist Wills & Estate Lawyers
Work with a dedicated practitioner who specialises in expatriate wills and estate law.
Attention To Detail
We take extra time to understand each detail so you feel confident about your will or estate plan.
Highly Recommended
Our clients choose us because of our reputation and excellent track record.
Solution Focused
We aim to help you resolve your matter as quickly and effectively as possible.

Praise for Our Legal Expertise and Dedication

Referrals over Breakfast

“Highly recommend the City Pacific Lawyers team.”

Elizabeth and her team where amazing at helping the group grow and been actively supportive of our RoB members and their clients who have been referred.

Jason Buhagiar

“I am an Accountant who has City Pacific Lawyer as my preferred contact for all my clients.”

As an involved and observant accountant, I attend all meetings with my clients and have found them to be extremely professional and honest.

Henrietta Bird

“Excellent client service – the whole team are friendly and efficient, and completed our wills quickly.”

They helped me with ID verification for an overseas transaction immediately and without charge, for which I’m very grateful.

Ben Deverson

“Fantastic firm led by an exceptional practitioner in Elizabeth Michael.”

Highly recommended.

Pete Nurse

“Jennifer & Elizabeth handled our conveyancing with great professionalism.”

Thank you very much.