Jane Rushton

Director

Cape Town

Phone: +27 21 405 7403

Mobile: +27 73 358 7559

Email: jane.r@fwblaw.co.za

Areas of Expertise

• Administration of South African and non-resident deceased estates

• Estate planning

• Formation, registration, and termination of trusts

• Drafting of Liquidation and Distribution Accounts

• Drafting and reviewing local wills

Expertise

Jane Rushton is an attorney and conveyancer specialising in estates, trusts, and succession planning. Admitted as an attorney in 2019 and as a conveyancer in 2022, Jane provides comprehensive legal services in the administration of deceased estates, catering to both South African residents and non-resident clients.

Her expertise includes estate planning, the formation, registration, and termination of inter vivos and testamentary trusts, and the drafting of Liquidation and Distribution Accounts. Jane also advises clients on the drafting and reviewing of wills, ensuring that her clients’ personal and financial objectives are preserved through carefully structured estate plans.

Jane is known for her meticulous attention to detail and for offering clear, compassionate guidance through often complex and sensitive estate and trust matters.

Career

Jane obtained her BA (Law) and LLB degrees from the University of Stellenbosch. Since her admission, she has built a growing practice in estates and trust law, supporting a wide range of private clients.

Personal Approach

Clients appreciate Jane’s empathetic manner, practical advice, and her ability to simplify technical estate issues. Her focus on client service and precision ensures that every matter is handled with professionalism and care.