We’re here to help people at every stage of life

When people reach retirement and are planning for their future health care needs and living arrangements, there can be a lot to consider. We can make the process easier and ensure our clients make decisions that reflect their best interests.

At Attwood Marshall Lawyers, our team believe in building strong relationships with financial planners, medical professionals, and aged care professionals to be able to offer a holistic approach when helping clients find solutions to meet their retirement, estate planning, and aged care needs. 

When someone reaches a stage in their life when they may need to move into an aged care facility, there is a lot to factor in, including ensuring their estate plan is in order and any documents they need, such as an Enduring Power of Attorney, Advance Health Directive, or a Will, are up to date and reflect that person’s current state of affairs. 

As one of the few law firms with in-house accredited aged care professionals, we have the knowledge and expertise to guide our clients throughout the process and support them in their retirement plans. 

We’re Accessible

We pride ourselves on being accessible to our clients. If clients require appointments outside of regular business hours, our team are available Thursday nights and Saturday mornings at our Robina Town Centre office. If attending one of our offices is a challenge, our team regularly visit clients at hospitals, aged care facilities, and other locations when required. 

We know that when it comes to legal matters, there are many clients who need advice urgently, so we are readily available. We also have a 24/7 phone line so anyone can reach us around the clock if their matter is critical.  Call 1800 621 071 to speak with our team any time. 

Our Expertise

Attwood Marshall Lawyers are proud to boast one of the largest and most experienced Elder Law and Wills and Estates departments in Australia.  Our expert legal team can assist with estate planning, asset protection, and dispute resolution for any disputes that arise over Wills and estates. 

We can also assist executors and administrators with the administration process after someone passes away.  

Our specialty services include:

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Meet Accredited Aged Care Professional, Debbie Sage

Attwood Marshall Lawyers Wills and Estates Senior Associate, Debbie Sage, obtained an Aged Care Professional Accreditation in 2020 after completing the Accredited Aged Care Professional Program through Aged Care Steps. Debbie represents clients who live in aged care facilities and those approaching that next stage of life and transitioning into aged care.

With a strong reputation for being passionate about elder law and the aged care industry, Debbie is driven to help her clients make the right choice to suit their unique circumstances when investigating aged care options and forming their retirement plan. 

Debbie offers her clients insight and information into:

  • The aged care industry
  • The various choices available in aged care accommodation
  • Aged Care Assessments (ACAT) and how they work
  • Centrelink and Veteran’s Affairs
  • Residential care fees and what people need to understand when entering into a Retirement Village Agreement or Aged Care Facility Agreement
  • Estate planning and what documents people should have in place when entering an aged care facility.


The aged care industry is complex and can be overwhelming for many people when trying to understand what their best option may be. Debbie is able to give her clients the confidence to make decisions they are comfortable with that suit their financial and personal preferences and reflect their best interests.

In addition to providing aged care legal services, Debbie also specialises in the administration of deceased estates. She practices exclusively in Wills and Estates and Aged Care in both Queensland and New South Wales jurisdictions.

Meet our Wills & Estates and Aged Care team

Each of our departments is managed by a Department Manager with extensive experience and impeccable customer service skills. 
The Department Manager will review the enquiry and confirm that it is a matter we are able to help with and then immediately direct the matter to the right lawyer to suit the client’s needs.
The Department Manager will make an appointment for the client to see the appropriate lawyer and take care of all necessary arrangements, supporting the client throughout the process. 

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
Wills and Estates Partner, Angela Harry

Angela

Harry

Partner
Wills & Estates
Donna Tolley - Department Manager - Wills & Estates, Family Law

Donna

Tolley

Department Manager
Wills & Estates, Family Law
Debbie Sage - Wills and Estates Senior Associate

Debbie

Sage

Senior Associate
Wills & Estates
Hayley Condon - Senior Associate - Wills & Estates, Family Law

Hayley

Condon

Senior Associate
Wills & Estates, Family Law

Larisa

Kapur

Associate
Wills & Estates
Zoe Booth - Associate - Wills & Estates

Zoe

Booth

Associate
Wills & Estates
Xara Coassin - Associate - Wills & Estates

Xara

Coassin

Associate
Wills & Estates
Natalie Comerford - Lawyer - Wills & Estates

Natalie

Comerford

Lawyer
Wills & Estates

Rhiannon

Garrett

Law Graduate
Wills & Estates
Romy Garrett - Law Graduate - Wills & Estates

Romy

Garrett

Law Graduate
Wills & Estates
Joseph Dove - Paralegal - Wills & Estates

Joseph

Dove

Paralegal
Wills & Estates
Dakota Rowles - Administration Assistant

Dakota

Rowles

Paralegal
Wills & Estates
Melinda Southon - Securities Manager - Wills & Estates Wills & Estates, Administration

Melinda

Southon

Securities Manager – Wills & Estates
Wills & Estates, Administration