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Ask the Advisor: How do we protect family wealth across generations?

In Ask the Advisor, we put your questions to the experts. Our FBA Family Business Accredited Advisors answer frequently asked questions from family business clients for your benefit. Responses are from trusted professionals who understand the ins and outs of family business. In this Ask the Advisor, Lydia Blakemore from Pitcher Partners answers the question, "How do we protect family wealth across generations?"

22 April, 2026
Family Business Advisor, Family Business Advisors, Article
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"How do we protect family wealth across generations?”

Our advice begins with understanding the family’s values and long-term goals. We guide clients through the strategies and decision making that are relevant to them in order to achieve their goals, these could include, estate planning, structuring, wealth creation and succession planning to ensure assets are preserved and transferred effectively.  

Depending on the goals the families wish to achieve will determine the ultimate options and strategies we implement. These could include building independent wealth for family members, providing succession  planning for specific assets, or even assisting the family in achieving their philanthropic ventures. 

We encourage open family dialogue and education around financial stewardship to reduce future conflict. 

We work with other professional advisers to ensure coordination across tax and legal, our approach is proactive and tailored. 

Ultimately, our goal is to help families make confident decisions that honour their legacy and secure their future. 

  

By NSW based Family Business Accredited Advisor

Lydia Blakemore

Partner at Pitcher Partners

https://www.pitcher.com.au/