Disputes over wills are often difficult when you're not clear on how you should move forward. A will may need to be contested if you believe the estate has not made proper provision for you or challenged if you have concerns about its validity because of lack of testamentary capacity, lack of knowledge and approval, undue influence, fraud or other concerns about how the will was prepared and/or executed. If you're acting as the executor of a will, you may need to defend the will if another person has threatened to make a claim against the estate or is already making one. Fortunately, Armstrong Legal is a national law firm with more than 30 years of experience, giving clients clear, practical support during these difficult matters. We guide Australians as they navigate serious legal issues with care across contested wills, criminal law, traffic law, family law and corporate crime. Our lawyers put your interests first while giving you clear guidance to help you make informed decisions, no matter if you're researching "how long does it take to contest a will" or "how long have you got to contest a will" for legal support. Our firm strongly values transparency, integrity, fair pricing, timely support and fighting for your best interests. Doyle's Guide has commended our Contested Wills & Estates team as well as named us a Recommended Wills & Estates Litigation Law Firm every year from 2021 to 2025.

We assist clients with all aspects of will disputes, such as challenging, defending and contested wills, helping clients in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Tasmania, the Australian Capital Territory, Western Australia, the Northern Territory and South Australia. Our legal team can assist in this distinct and specialist area if you believe you have been left out of a will. On the other hand, challenging a will may be appropriate where there are concerns about testamentary capacity, lack of knowledge and approval, undue influence, fraud or other issues affecting the validity of the document. If you are an executor or administrator, we can also assist with defending a will against claims relating to validity, family provision or the administration of the estate. As the relevant legislation and court procedures are not the same across states and territories, our lawyers provide advice tailored to where your matter falls. We also advise on a broad range of related matters, including disputes over executor appointments, estate administration, the construction of a will, errors in a will and various equitable claims. This means that regardless of whether you're interested in "how long does it take to contest a will", "how much time do you have to contest a will" or "how long will it take to contest a will", you receive guidance that reflects the requirements of your particular matter.

Reach out to us for an obligation-free initial consultation, and our contested will lawyers will discuss the nature and value of the estate, your relationship with the deceased, the terms of the will where relevant, the other interested persons and the circumstances that have led to the dispute. For those considering a family provision claim, questioning the validity of a will or acting as an executor responding to a claim, we will clearly set out your options, the likely next steps of the process, timelines and possible costs involved. We are also mindful that legal costs can weigh heavily on your mind during estate disputes. We may offer a "No Win No Fee" arrangement for some family provision matters, with eligibility determined by each individual case. Legal fees under this arrangement would only be payable where a successful outcome is achieved. A deferred fee (Pay-at-End) arrangement, where fees are paid after the matter has concluded, may also be possible depending on the estate litigation case. The same flexibility and commitment to your unique needs extend when you turn to us, no matter if you've been looking up "challenge will lawyers" or "eligible persons family provision claim". Contact Armstrong Legal today to take the next step, whether you've been browsing for "family provision solicitors" or "applying for a caveat over probate in NSW application forms".

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