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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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Doubts about a will can sit heavily alongside the grief you're already going through. You may wonder whether the will genuinely reflects the deceased person's intent if there are allegations of lack of testamentary capacity, undue influence, lack of knowledge and approval or fraud. The validity of the will can also be called into question if errors occurred during its preparation or execution. When facing such issues, you may need the guidance of experts, such as our team at Armstrong Legal. We are a national law firm with more than 30 years of experience helping Australians through legal matters, including contested wills and family law, as well as criminal law, traffic law and corporate crime. For contested wills, we have lawyers who work in this area exclusively and provide support that's sensitive, timely and professional during these turbulent moments. We explain your rights in practical terms and support you in taking the appropriate steps to maximise the likelihood of a good result. With offices located throughout multiple states and territories, our team is well placed to provide the legal counsel you need to make informed choices. You can rely on us, whether you're looking into "challenge will lawyer", "best lawyer to contest a will" or others.

Armstrong Legal assists clients with all aspects of will disputes, including contesting, challenging and defending a will, providing advice tailored to the laws that apply in your state or territory. Each jurisdiction may have notably different applicable legal procedures and requirements. As such, our lawyers can advise clients regarding contested wills in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Tasmania, the Australian Capital Territory, Western Australia, the Northern Territory and South Australia. Likewise, we can provide support in challenging a will if there are concerns involving testamentary capacity, undue influence, fraud or any other concerns that you or someone else may have about the validity of the will. In addition, our lawyers approach every matter with compassion and professionalism, recognising that family conflict, grief and financial uncertainty can add stress to decisions with lasting consequences. If you've been searching for "challenge will lawyer", "best lawyers to contest a will" or "challenge a will no win no fee", you can depend on us to explain your rights, assess your options and help you understand the likely path forward so you can make informed decisions based on your individual circumstances. And because many will disputes are subject to strict deadlines, our team helps preserve your legal options by taking prompt action.

When you reach out to us, we start with an obligation-free initial consultation where one of our lawyers will ask about your relationship with the deceased person, the nature and value of the estate, the contents of the will (where relevant), the other interested persons and the circumstances that have led to the dispute. Based on that, we can assess your eligibility to make a family provision claim, identify any potential issues affecting the validity of a will or determine whether you need legal representation to defend a claim. We will outline the relevant legal process, the evidence that may be useful, any important time limits and the potential costs involved. Because we're experienced lawyers, we recognise that funding legal representation can be a challenge due to estate disputes, particularly when access to estate assets is not immediately available. With this, for some family provision matters, we may provide you with a "No Win No Fee" agreement, which means your legal fees would only be payable if you obtain a successful outcome, such as reaching a settlement with the estate or the Court ordering further provision for you. Whether you're researching "contest a will solicitor parramatta" or "making a claim against an estate NSW", we offer the flexibility you need. Contact us today to take the next step or learn about "time limit to contesting a will", "how can a will be contested" and more.

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

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About Armstrong Legal

Doubts about a will can sit heavily alongside the grief you're already going through. You may wonder whether the will genuinely reflects the deceased person's intent if there are allegations of lack of testamentary capacity, undue influence, lack of knowledge and approval or fraud. The validity of the will can also be called into question if errors occurred during its preparation or execution. When facing such issues, you may need the guidance of experts, such as our team at Armstrong Legal. We are a national law firm with more than 30 years of experience helping Australians through legal matters, including contested wills and family law, as well as criminal law, traffic law and corporate crime. For contested wills, we have lawyers who work in this area exclusively and provide support that's sensitive, timely and professional during these turbulent moments. We explain your rights in practical terms and support you in taking the appropriate steps to maximise the likelihood of a good result. With offices located throughout multiple states and territories, our team is well placed to provide the legal counsel you need to make informed choices. You can rely on us, whether you're looking into "challenge will lawyer", "best lawyer to contest a will" or others.

Armstrong Legal assists clients with all aspects of will disputes, including contesting, challenging and defending a will, providing advice tailored to the laws that apply in your state or territory. Each jurisdiction may have notably different applicable legal procedures and requirements. As such, our lawyers can advise clients regarding contested wills in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Tasmania, the Australian Capital Territory, Western Australia, the Northern Territory and South Australia. Likewise, we can provide support in challenging a will if there are concerns involving testamentary capacity, undue influence, fraud or any other concerns that you or someone else may have about the validity of the will. In addition, our lawyers approach every matter with compassion and professionalism, recognising that family conflict, grief and financial uncertainty can add stress to decisions with lasting consequences. If you've been searching for "challenge will lawyer", "best lawyers to contest a will" or "challenge a will no win no fee", you can depend on us to explain your rights, assess your options and help you understand the likely path forward so you can make informed decisions based on your individual circumstances. And because many will disputes are subject to strict deadlines, our team helps preserve your legal options by taking prompt action.

When you reach out to us, we start with an obligation-free initial consultation where one of our lawyers will ask about your relationship with the deceased person, the nature and value of the estate, the contents of the will (where relevant), the other interested persons and the circumstances that have led to the dispute. Based on that, we can assess your eligibility to make a family provision claim, identify any potential issues affecting the validity of a will or determine whether you need legal representation to defend a claim. We will outline the relevant legal process, the evidence that may be useful, any important time limits and the potential costs involved. Because we're experienced lawyers, we recognise that funding legal representation can be a challenge due to estate disputes, particularly when access to estate assets is not immediately available. With this, for some family provision matters, we may provide you with a "No Win No Fee" agreement, which means your legal fees would only be payable if you obtain a successful outcome, such as reaching a settlement with the estate or the Court ordering further provision for you. Whether you're researching "contest a will solicitor parramatta" or "making a claim against an estate NSW", we offer the flexibility you need. Contact us today to take the next step or learn about "time limit to contesting a will", "how can a will be contested" and more.

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