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Estates Litigation - Doyles Recommended - 2025
Wills and Estates 2024 - Doyles Recommended
Wills and Estates 2023 - Doyles Recommended
Wills & Estates - Recommended - 2022
Wills and Estates 2021 - Doyles Recommended

CONTESTED WILLS

Armstrong Legal has a talented and dedicated team of contested wills lawyers who manage all aspects of will disputes including contesting, challenging and defending wills. Our contested wills lawyers work exclusively in this area of law, and are committed to helping recently bereaved clients in their time of need They offer sensitive, empathetic, professional and timely services so that you can feel confident that you understand all your options and that your interests will be protected.

If you are considering contesting or challenging a will, or if you need to defend a will against a claim by another person, contact our friendly team of contested wills lawyers for an assessment of your case. Our team will listen to your unique circumstances and provide clear advice as to vour prospects of success.

Our Contested Wills Team


Alun Hill

Accredited Specialist in Wills and Estates Law - National Practice Director – Sydney

Kelly Weston

Accredited Specialist in Wills and Estates Law - Special Counsel - Sydney

Luisa Di Bernardo

Accredited Specialist in Contested Estates Law - Managing Associate - Melbourne

James Daly

Contested Estates - Managing Associate - Brisbane

Jodie Hall

Contested Wills - Senior Associate - Melbourne

Aimee Collantes

Contested Estate Law - Senior Associate - Sydney

Genevieve Krienke

Contested Estate Law - Solicitor - Melbourne

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Families must deal with grief while dealing with uncertainty regarding the deceased person's estate, as will disputes frequently occur during an already challenging time. Perhaps you are unsure whether your provision was adequate, whether the will itself is valid or whether a claim against the estate requires your response. Helping Australians address complex legal matters for more than 30 years, Armstrong Legal handles issues involving contested wills and family law as well as criminal law, corporate crime and traffic law. Our advice is clear and practical, helping you understand your rights, responsibilities and the legal options available in a way that demonstrates professionalism, empathy and respect. Our approach is built on openness, honesty and integrity, helping ensure you receive legal guidance that supports informed decisions without unnecessary complexity. As a national law firm with offices across different states and territories, we are well placed to assist clients and help them feel heard from the start. In addition to our Contested Wills & Estates team that has been consistently recognised by Doyle's Guide, we have also been named as a Recommended Wills & Estates Litigation Law Firm every year from 2021 to 2025, so those looking into "estate litigation lawyers Sydney" or "best estate litigation lawyers" can trust that we have the expertise to help clients navigate different disputes.

At Armstrong Legal, we handle every matter with compassion and respect, recognising that estate disputes often involve grief, family tension and financial uncertainty. From the outset, our contested wills lawyers take the time to explain your rights, outline your options and guide you through the process. Time limits can apply in will dispute matters, so we encourage you to seek legal advice as early as possible. We provide legal advice on contested wills for clients in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Tasmania, the Australian Capital Territory, Western Australia, the Northern Territory and South Australia. If your matter involves challenging a will based on testamentary capacity, undue influence, fraud or other concerns about the validity of the will, we explain how the laws in your state or territory apply before you decide how to proceed. If you are an executor or administrator, we can advise you on defending a will against family provision claims or challenges to its validity. We have specialist lawyers who work as part of a national team across Australia, and they recognise and appreciate diverse cultures and communities. Whether you're searching for "best estate litigation lawyers", "estate dispute solicitors Sydney" or "inheritance dispute law firms Sydney", you can be confident that we help clients with all aspects of will disputes.

The first step is a straightforward conversation. When you reach out to us, you will be connected with a contested wills lawyer who will hear out your situation and assess your case. Our initial consultations are conducted obligation-free. We begin with focused questions on your relationship to the departed, the will's terms, the nature and value of the estate and the grounds of the dispute. For example, if you wish to contest a will, we can identify what evidence may support your case, assess your eligibility to make a family provision claim and explain what factors are important for your claim to succeed. At each stage, we provide structured guidance on your options, the probable next steps, potential costs and any time limits that might impact your rights. And because we know that financial stress is a frequent worry, we may provide "No Win No Fee" or deferred fee (Pay-at-End) arrangements on a case-by-case basis after reviewing your circumstances and the merits of your case. What's more, you can reach out to us when you're curious about "family provision claims lawyers Melbourne" or "contest a will lawyer near me". If you want to contest or challenge a will, need to defend a will against a claim by another person, or would like to ask us about "contest a will solicitor parramatta" or "family provision claims lawyers Brisbane", contact our friendly team of contested wills lawyers for an assessment of your case.

Disclaimer: No win no fee eligibility is assessed on a case by case basis

Recommended by Contested Wills law clients

Jonathan was great to work with, professional, reliable, and easy to talk to. They explained everything clearly, stayed on top of things, and really made the whole process a lot less stressful. Highly recommend if you need someone who knows what they’re doing.

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    In our national team, we have Three accredited Criminal Law Specialists, and two of our lawyers and our firm has been recognised by the Doyles guide as industry leaders for many years running.

About Armstrong Legal

Families must deal with grief while dealing with uncertainty regarding the deceased person's estate, as will disputes frequently occur during an already challenging time. Perhaps you are unsure whether your provision was adequate, whether the will itself is valid or whether a claim against the estate requires your response. Helping Australians address complex legal matters for more than 30 years, Armstrong Legal handles issues involving contested wills and family law as well as criminal law, corporate crime and traffic law. Our advice is clear and practical, helping you understand your rights, responsibilities and the legal options available in a way that demonstrates professionalism, empathy and respect. Our approach is built on openness, honesty and integrity, helping ensure you receive legal guidance that supports informed decisions without unnecessary complexity. As a national law firm with offices across different states and territories, we are well placed to assist clients and help them feel heard from the start. In addition to our Contested Wills & Estates team that has been consistently recognised by Doyle's Guide, we have also been named as a Recommended Wills & Estates Litigation Law Firm every year from 2021 to 2025, so those looking into "estate litigation lawyers Sydney" or "best estate litigation lawyers" can trust that we have the expertise to help clients navigate different disputes.

At Armstrong Legal, we handle every matter with compassion and respect, recognising that estate disputes often involve grief, family tension and financial uncertainty. From the outset, our contested wills lawyers take the time to explain your rights, outline your options and guide you through the process. Time limits can apply in will dispute matters, so we encourage you to seek legal advice as early as possible. We provide legal advice on contested wills for clients in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Tasmania, the Australian Capital Territory, Western Australia, the Northern Territory and South Australia. If your matter involves challenging a will based on testamentary capacity, undue influence, fraud or other concerns about the validity of the will, we explain how the laws in your state or territory apply before you decide how to proceed. If you are an executor or administrator, we can advise you on defending a will against family provision claims or challenges to its validity. We have specialist lawyers who work as part of a national team across Australia, and they recognise and appreciate diverse cultures and communities. Whether you're searching for "best estate litigation lawyers", "estate dispute solicitors Sydney" or "inheritance dispute law firms Sydney", you can be confident that we help clients with all aspects of will disputes.

The first step is a straightforward conversation. When you reach out to us, you will be connected with a contested wills lawyer who will hear out your situation and assess your case. Our initial consultations are conducted obligation-free. We begin with focused questions on your relationship to the departed, the will's terms, the nature and value of the estate and the grounds of the dispute. For example, if you wish to contest a will, we can identify what evidence may support your case, assess your eligibility to make a family provision claim and explain what factors are important for your claim to succeed. At each stage, we provide structured guidance on your options, the probable next steps, potential costs and any time limits that might impact your rights. And because we know that financial stress is a frequent worry, we may provide "No Win No Fee" or deferred fee (Pay-at-End) arrangements on a case-by-case basis after reviewing your circumstances and the merits of your case. What's more, you can reach out to us when you're curious about "family provision claims lawyers Melbourne" or "contest a will lawyer near me". If you want to contest or challenge a will, need to defend a will against a claim by another person, or would like to ask us about "contest a will solicitor parramatta" or "family provision claims lawyers Brisbane", contact our friendly team of contested wills lawyers for an assessment of your case.

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