Estate Litigation Lawyers | Attwood Marshall Lawyers

At Attwood Marshall Lawyers, we recognise the complexity of succession law and are highly reputed in the legal industry for our expertise in estate litigation. Our dedicated team practice exclusively in elder law and inheritance disputes and it is our renowned intent to help people battling these contentious issues.

We understand that disputes over Wills can be extremely stressful and uncomfortable. It is our intent to help you get what you are entitled to.  

Our experienced Estate Litigation Lawyers are ready to consult with you concerning all matters related to contesting or defending a Will, Family Provision Applications, challenging the validity of a Will, or Public Trustee and Guardian disputes.

With one of the largest and most experienced estate litigation team, we service the Gold Coast, Brisbane, Northern New South Wales, Sydney and Melbourne. We are here to help you through this difficult time.

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Our specialty areas include:

Contesting Wills

If you have been left out of a Will or feel that you have not been adequately provided for in someone’s Will, we can help you get what you are entitled to.

Our team will advise you of your prospects of success and what is involved when taking legal action to contest a Will.

Defending Wills

Defending a Will in the event that a family provision claim is made can be complicated and stressful without trusted legal advice. At Attwood Marshall Lawyers, we feel a deep sense of responsibility to protect the wishes of the deceased and can help you ensure the deceased’s Will or testamentary intentions are fulfilled.

Challenging Wills

If you are concerned about the validity of a Will, our Estate Litigation team can assist you in bringing a challenge against the Will in Court. The most common reasons for challenging a Will include lack of testamentary capacity, suspicious circumstances, undue influence, or if the Will was not signed or witnessed properly, just to name a few.

Executor & Beneficiary Disputes

Attwood Marshall Lawyers can provide expert advice to assist Executors, Administrators and beneficiaries in resolving disputes.

Public Trustee & Guardian Disputes

Have you had problems dealing with the QLD Public Trustee or NSW Public Trustee and Guardian? We can help.

Statutory Wills

We can assist you in your application for a Statutory Will, providing assurance to minors and those who lack capacity

Meet our Estate Litigation team

Jeff Garrett - Legal Practice Director - Wills & Estates, Estate Litigation, Property & Commercial, Compensation Law, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Law, Racing & Equine Law

Jeff

Garrett

Legal Practice Director
Wills & Estates, Estate Litigation, Property & Commercial, Compensation Law, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Law, Racing & Equine Law
Lucy McPherson has worked exclusively in estate litigation since 2010. Since starting her legal career in 2010, Lucy has worked exclusively in the area of estate litigation. Lucy is based on the border of New South Wales and Queensland and is competent working across all jurisdictions.

Lucy

McPherson

Partner
Estate Litigation
Amanda is the Department Manager and Senior Paralegal for not only the Estate Litigation and Commercial Litigation Departments, but also oversees both Equine Law and Criminal Law divisions

Amanda

Heather

Department Manager
Estate Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Law, Racing & Equine Law
April Kennedy joined Attwood Marshall Lawyers in 2008 and is an experienced Estate Litigation Special Counsel, practicing exclusively in the area of probate and estate disputes.

April

Kennedy

Special Counsel
Estate Litigation
Martin provides legal advice in relation to wills and estate disputes, on behalf of Applicants and Respondents, across Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and other jurisdictions throughout Australia. He has been successful in achieving positive outcomes for beneficiaries and executors in estate litigation matters ensuring that there is minimal loss to the estate.

Martin

Mallon

Senior Associate
Estate Litigation
Lily is a Lawyer in our Estate Litigation team, specialising in contested Wills and disputes over estates. Lily has been working in law since 2018, with a strong background in estate planning, administration and contested Wills.

Lily

Prasad

Lawyer
Estate Litigation
With an interest in Public Relations and Law, Chloe took the opportunity to join the firm and became part of the Administration team in February 2020.

Chloe

Smith

Senior Paralegal
Estate Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Law, Racing & Equine Law
Amber Roebeck is a Senior Paralegal who supports our Estate Litigation team Amber has over ten years’ experience working in the legal industry. She started her professional career at an insurance brokerage on the Gold Coast before moving to a law firm in Sydney where she was a legal and personal assistant to a Partner in the firm.

Amber

Roebeck

Senior Paralegal
Estate Litigation

Sienna

Marshall

Litigation Paralegal
Estate Litigation, Commercial Litigation
Danielle completed a law and public policy internship at the Legal Resources Centre in Cape Town, South Africa, in 2019 where she worked closely with solicitors on matters relating to socio-economic rights violations.

Danielle

Moore

Paralegal
Estate Litigation, Commercial Litigation

What our clients say

Our clients’ satisfaction and success are at the heart of everything we do. We take pride in connecting with our clients, understanding their unique goals, and providing expert legal advice to help them achieve their desired outcomes. 

Nothing speaks louder than the words of those we’ve had the privilege to represent. 

Hear what our Estate Litigation client, Andrea, has to say first-hand about her experience and how we helped her navigate her legal challenges with confidence and peace of mind. 

Contact our Department Manager

For specialist advice related to contesting Wills and estate disputes, contact us today.

Amanda

Heather

Message our Department Manager, Amanda