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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.

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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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Will disputes frequently happen during the emotional and uncertain time when grieving families are trying to work out how they should proceed. You could be doubtful that the will is fair or valid or that it matches the true wishes of the deceased. At Armstrong Legal, we guide clients through such sensitive matters with clear advice, sensitivity and practical guidance. We're a national law firm with more than 30 years of experience, and we have helped Australians with serious legal matters across several areas, including family law. Regarding contested wills, our lawyers explain clients' rights, responsibilities and the next steps with professionalism and empathy. Our contested wills lawyers practise only in this area of law to ensure focused support during difficult estate disputes. Through open, transparent communication, we endeavour to make clients feel heard and informed from the outset. We put your interests first and provide clear guidance so you can make confident decisions, which is helpful when you're researching "Dementia Will Validity Act" or "What Happens If Executor Distributes Estate Early". Doyle's Guide, one of Australia's most trusted legal directories, has even featured our Contested Wills & Estates team and named us a Recommended Wills & Estates Litigation Law Firm from 2021 to 2025.

At Armstrong Legal, we help clients resolve will disputes by providing clear, practical advice on contesting, challenging and defending a will. Our contested wills lawyers will explain your rights, assess your options and help you understand the likely path forward, acting promptly to safeguard your position before deadlines may pass. We can advise on contesting a will if it excludes you or you consider the estate has not properly provided for you. If you believe a will may be invalid, we can advise you on challenging a will where concerns involve capacity, undue influence, fraud or how someone prepared the will. We can advise you regarding defending a will against claims concerning validity, family provision or estate administration if you serve as an executor or administrator. Also, we offer support for other estate disputes, including conflicts about executor removal, estate administration and statutory will issues. Since laws differ from state to state, we provide legal advice in New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, Victoria, Queensland, Tasmania and South Australia. Our national team includes lawyers across Australia who speak languages other than English, so you can turn to us, no matter if you've been looking up "Dementia Will Validity Act", "Estate Dispute Legal Help Sa" or "Dementia Will Validity Tas".

To get started with Armstrong Legal, reach out to us to speak with a contested wills lawyer about your situation. Beyond your connection to the deceased, your lawyer will enquire about the will's terms and the cause of the dispute. This first discussion helps the team understand whether you want to contest a will, challenge a will or defend a will against a claim. As an example, if you want to challenge a will, the team can examine issues such as lack of capacity, pressure, fraud or failures in complying with the legal process. In contrast, if you must defend a will, your lawyer can assist in responding to the claim and protecting the estate's interests. At Armstrong Legal, we understand that upfront legal fees can place extra pressure on people during estate disputes, making you hesitant to ask about "How Many Years To Claim Against A Deceased Estate" or "Defending A Family Provision Claim". For some family provision claims, "No Win No Fee" options may be available, subject to eligibility assessments per case. In some estate litigation matters, Pay-at-End arrangements may also be offered, subject to your circumstances and your entitlement to a portion of the estate. If you have enquiries about topics related to "contested wills lawyer" or "estate litigation lawyers brisbane", contact us and set an appointment with a lawyer today.

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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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