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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

Learn more about Executor Responsibilities Inheritance Dispute

When a family member passes away, you may be left grieving and asking whether their will is fair, valid or true to their wishes. You also may worry about testamentary capacity, knowledge and approval, undue influence, fraud, or how the will was prepared and signed. For some cases, you may wish to defend the will when someone else is making a claim against the estate. Armstrong Legal is here to support you through these concerns. We're a national law firm with more than 30 years of experience helping Australians manage serious legal matters with clarity and care across contested wills, criminal law, family law, corporate crime and traffic law. In contested will matters, we have lawyers who support clients through their rights, responsibilities and next steps during these sensitive and emotionally turbulent situations, and our approach is grounded in openness, honesty, integrity, fair pricing and a genuine focus on your interests. In addition, we have teams in many states and territories, which means you can access expert help when you want it. As a firm that's been recognised by Doyle's Guide every year from 2021 to 2025, we provide the assurance and a track record that helps you feel confident, no matter if you're looking into "executor responsibilities inheritance dispute" or something else.

Contested wills is a distinct and specialist area, and we help clients if they feel like they have been left out of a will. Before you make important decisions, our lawyers explain your legal rights, assess the circumstances of your matter and advise you on the practical options available so you know the likely path forward. Grief, family conflict and financial uncertainty can often come up when estate disputes arise during an already emotionally difficult time. For this reason, our team treats every matter with professionalism, compassion and respect, and we act promptly as strict time limits may apply. We also have specialist lawyers across Australia who understand the diverse cultures of the clients we work with. Additionally, this helps us assist those who are challenging a will, using our knowledge of state-specific laws to provide tailored advice if you think the will may be invalid. In addition, we can assist when defending a will, representing executors or administrators responding to family provision claims, allegations about validity and other concerns. As you search for information on "executor duties NT" or "executor duties ACT", trust that we also handle other types of estate disputes, including executor removal, rectification matters, statutory wills, estate administration issues and most other disputes involving deceased estates.

To get started with Armstrong Legal, reach out to us about speaking with a contested wills lawyer regarding your situation, as we offer obligation-free initial consultations. Your lawyer will ask during your initial consultation about the terms of the will (if applicable), your relationship with the deceased person, the nature and value of the estate, the other interested persons and the reason for the dispute. If you want to contest or challenge a will, we can evaluate your potential eligibility for a family provision claim and investigate any concerns about testamentary capacity, coercion, fraud or the will's creation. Conversely, if you need to defend a will, we can help you respond to the claim and protect the interests of the estate. We may, for some family provision claims, offer a "No Win No Fee" agreement following a case-by-case assessment. This means your legal fees would only need to be paid if you obtain a successful outcome, such as reaching a settlement with the estate or the court ordering provision for you. We may offer a deferred fee (Pay-at-End) arrangement in some will dispute matters if you have an existing entitlement to part of the estate or are the executor appointed under the will. You can speak with our contested wills lawyers for an obligation-free case assessment, whether you're browsing for "contest a will solicitor hornsby" or "will contest lawyers ballarat". If you have questions about "inheritance dispute legal advice Perth" or "family provision legal advice Adelaide", schedule an appointment today.

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About Armstrong Legal

When a family member passes away, you may be left grieving and asking whether their will is fair, valid or true to their wishes. You also may worry about testamentary capacity, knowledge and approval, undue influence, fraud, or how the will was prepared and signed. For some cases, you may wish to defend the will when someone else is making a claim against the estate. Armstrong Legal is here to support you through these concerns. We're a national law firm with more than 30 years of experience helping Australians manage serious legal matters with clarity and care across contested wills, criminal law, family law, corporate crime and traffic law. In contested will matters, we have lawyers who support clients through their rights, responsibilities and next steps during these sensitive and emotionally turbulent situations, and our approach is grounded in openness, honesty, integrity, fair pricing and a genuine focus on your interests. In addition, we have teams in many states and territories, which means you can access expert help when you want it. As a firm that's been recognised by Doyle's Guide every year from 2021 to 2025, we provide the assurance and a track record that helps you feel confident, no matter if you're looking into "executor responsibilities inheritance dispute" or something else.

Contested wills is a distinct and specialist area, and we help clients if they feel like they have been left out of a will. Before you make important decisions, our lawyers explain your legal rights, assess the circumstances of your matter and advise you on the practical options available so you know the likely path forward. Grief, family conflict and financial uncertainty can often come up when estate disputes arise during an already emotionally difficult time. For this reason, our team treats every matter with professionalism, compassion and respect, and we act promptly as strict time limits may apply. We also have specialist lawyers across Australia who understand the diverse cultures of the clients we work with. Additionally, this helps us assist those who are challenging a will, using our knowledge of state-specific laws to provide tailored advice if you think the will may be invalid. In addition, we can assist when defending a will, representing executors or administrators responding to family provision claims, allegations about validity and other concerns. As you search for information on "executor duties NT" or "executor duties ACT", trust that we also handle other types of estate disputes, including executor removal, rectification matters, statutory wills, estate administration issues and most other disputes involving deceased estates.

To get started with Armstrong Legal, reach out to us about speaking with a contested wills lawyer regarding your situation, as we offer obligation-free initial consultations. Your lawyer will ask during your initial consultation about the terms of the will (if applicable), your relationship with the deceased person, the nature and value of the estate, the other interested persons and the reason for the dispute. If you want to contest or challenge a will, we can evaluate your potential eligibility for a family provision claim and investigate any concerns about testamentary capacity, coercion, fraud or the will's creation. Conversely, if you need to defend a will, we can help you respond to the claim and protect the interests of the estate. We may, for some family provision claims, offer a "No Win No Fee" agreement following a case-by-case assessment. This means your legal fees would only need to be paid if you obtain a successful outcome, such as reaching a settlement with the estate or the court ordering provision for you. We may offer a deferred fee (Pay-at-End) arrangement in some will dispute matters if you have an existing entitlement to part of the estate or are the executor appointed under the will. You can speak with our contested wills lawyers for an obligation-free case assessment, whether you're browsing for "contest a will solicitor hornsby" or "will contest lawyers ballarat". If you have questions about "inheritance dispute legal advice Perth" or "family provision legal advice Adelaide", schedule an appointment today.

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