How Do You Make A Claim Against An Estate

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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

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Contested Estates - Managing Associate - Brisbane

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Contested Wills - Senior Associate - Melbourne

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Contested Estate Law - Senior Associate - Sydney

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Contested Estate Law - Solicitor - Melbourne

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A will dispute typically emerges during periods of grief for you and your family. At a difficult time like this, it's natural to wonder whether a will is valid, fair or genuinely reflective of the wishes of the person who has passed away. You may also be unsure about whether the will provides for you properly, whether there are concerns about how it was prepared or whether legal action taken by another person could affect the estate. These are the kinds of matters Armstrong Legal is here to help with. We are a national law firm that has spent more than 30 years helping Australians with significant legal matters in various areas of law, including contested wills, criminal law, family law, corporate crime and traffic law. Our contested wills lawyers dedicate their practice exclusively to this area, offering professional, empathetic and timely support so you can better understand your rights, responsibilities and the possible steps ahead. To better support clients across the country, we also maintain easily accessible offices in a wide range of states and territories. From your first conversation with us, know that we approach every matter with openness, honesty and a genuine commitment to putting your best interests first, no matter if you're looking up "how do you make a claim against an estate", "family provision solicitors" and beyond.

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. Significant differences in legal requirements and procedures can exist across jurisdictions. 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. On top of this, our lawyers handle every matter with compassion and professionalism because we recognise that decisions with lasting consequences can feel even harder under the strain of grief, financial uncertainty and family conflict. If you've been searching for "how do you make a claim against an estate", "inheritance promise dispute NSW" or "making a claim against an estate", 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. Our team also makes sure to act promptly in will disputes to preserve the available legal options, because strict time limits can apply.

The first step is a straightforward conversation. We connect you with a contested wills lawyer who listens to your situation and assesses your case when you get in touch with us. You can access an initial consultation obligation-free. To start, we ask specific questions about your ties to the deceased, the will's terms, the nature and value of the estate and the basis of the dispute. For instance, if contesting a will is your intention, we can assess your eligibility to make a family provision claim, explain what factors are important for your claim to succeed and what evidence may support your case. 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. We also acknowledge that financial stress is a common concern, which is why, following an assessment of your circumstances and the merits of your case, we may offer "No Win No Fee" or deferred fee (Pay-at-End) arrangements on a case-by-case basis. What's more, you can reach out to us when you're curious about "no win no fee will contesting" or "eligible persons family provision claim". 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 "left out of will VIC" or "will dispute lawyer 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

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A will dispute typically emerges during periods of grief for you and your family. At a difficult time like this, it's natural to wonder whether a will is valid, fair or genuinely reflective of the wishes of the person who has passed away. You may also be unsure about whether the will provides for you properly, whether there are concerns about how it was prepared or whether legal action taken by another person could affect the estate. These are the kinds of matters Armstrong Legal is here to help with. We are a national law firm that has spent more than 30 years helping Australians with significant legal matters in various areas of law, including contested wills, criminal law, family law, corporate crime and traffic law. Our contested wills lawyers dedicate their practice exclusively to this area, offering professional, empathetic and timely support so you can better understand your rights, responsibilities and the possible steps ahead. To better support clients across the country, we also maintain easily accessible offices in a wide range of states and territories. From your first conversation with us, know that we approach every matter with openness, honesty and a genuine commitment to putting your best interests first, no matter if you're looking up "how do you make a claim against an estate", "family provision solicitors" and beyond.

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. Significant differences in legal requirements and procedures can exist across jurisdictions. 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. On top of this, our lawyers handle every matter with compassion and professionalism because we recognise that decisions with lasting consequences can feel even harder under the strain of grief, financial uncertainty and family conflict. If you've been searching for "how do you make a claim against an estate", "inheritance promise dispute NSW" or "making a claim against an estate", 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. Our team also makes sure to act promptly in will disputes to preserve the available legal options, because strict time limits can apply.

The first step is a straightforward conversation. We connect you with a contested wills lawyer who listens to your situation and assesses your case when you get in touch with us. You can access an initial consultation obligation-free. To start, we ask specific questions about your ties to the deceased, the will's terms, the nature and value of the estate and the basis of the dispute. For instance, if contesting a will is your intention, we can assess your eligibility to make a family provision claim, explain what factors are important for your claim to succeed and what evidence may support your case. 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. We also acknowledge that financial stress is a common concern, which is why, following an assessment of your circumstances and the merits of your case, we may offer "No Win No Fee" or deferred fee (Pay-at-End) arrangements on a case-by-case basis. What's more, you can reach out to us when you're curious about "no win no fee will contesting" or "eligible persons family provision claim". 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 "left out of will VIC" or "will dispute lawyer Brisbane", contact our friendly team of contested wills lawyers for an assessment of your case.

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