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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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A will dispute typically emerges during periods of grief for you and your family. In hard moments like these, you may find yourself questioning whether a will is fair, valid or truly reflective of what the person who passed away wanted. You might also have questions about whether the will provides for you as it should, whether its preparation raises concerns or whether legal action taken by someone else could affect the estate. For such matters, Armstrong Legal is here to help. 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. With contested wills lawyers focused exclusively on this area, we are able to deliver timely, professional and empathetic advice that helps you understand your responsibilities, rights and the options available for moving forward. We have also spread our reach with easily accessible offices in locations across many 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 "probate dispute solicitor", "grant of probate WA" and beyond.

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. On the occasion that you're omitted from a will or think that the estate has failed to make suitable provision for you, we can advise you on contesting it. If you believe a will may be invalid, we can advise you on challenging a will where concerns involve testamentary capacity, undue influence, fraud or any other concerns that you or someone else may have about the validity of the will. For executors and administrators, you can obtain legal guidance from us to defend a will against claims regarding validity or family provision. We also provide support for other estate disputes, including disagreements about executor removal, estate administration and statutory will issues, as well as other equitable claims such as promissory estoppel. Since laws differ from state to state, we provide legal advice in New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, the Northern Territory, 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 "probate dispute solicitor", "probate application lawyer WA" or "inheritance dispute lawyers Sydney".

We offer initial consultations without obligation to proceed at Armstrong Legal. During this discussion, the lawyer will gather relevant information about your connection to the deceased person, the terms of the will (if applicable), the people involved, the nature and value of the assets and the reasons behind the dispute. We will then evaluate your matter and outline your legal options, expected costs, likely next steps and any applicable time limits. For a family provision claim, we can consider your eligibility, the factors the Court may review and the evidence that may support your position. Where a challenge to the will's validity arises, we can look into concerns about testamentary capacity, fraud, undue influence or concerns that you or someone else may have. In addition, our team can guide executors and administrators through responding to claims and safeguarding the entitlements of those who stand to inherit. Depending on the circumstances and merits of some family provision claims, funding options may include a "No Win No Fee" agreement, which can help you choose us if you want to learn more about "estate dispute lawyer QLD" or "contested wills lawyer". Similarly, whether you've been curious about "family provision law firm WA" or "defending a will contest between siblings", a deferred fee (Pay-at-End) arrangement may also be available on a case-by-case basis. Reach out to us and get an appointment with a lawyer today.

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

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About Armstrong Legal

A will dispute typically emerges during periods of grief for you and your family. In hard moments like these, you may find yourself questioning whether a will is fair, valid or truly reflective of what the person who passed away wanted. You might also have questions about whether the will provides for you as it should, whether its preparation raises concerns or whether legal action taken by someone else could affect the estate. For such matters, Armstrong Legal is here to help. 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. With contested wills lawyers focused exclusively on this area, we are able to deliver timely, professional and empathetic advice that helps you understand your responsibilities, rights and the options available for moving forward. We have also spread our reach with easily accessible offices in locations across many 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 "probate dispute solicitor", "grant of probate WA" and beyond.

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. On the occasion that you're omitted from a will or think that the estate has failed to make suitable provision for you, we can advise you on contesting it. If you believe a will may be invalid, we can advise you on challenging a will where concerns involve testamentary capacity, undue influence, fraud or any other concerns that you or someone else may have about the validity of the will. For executors and administrators, you can obtain legal guidance from us to defend a will against claims regarding validity or family provision. We also provide support for other estate disputes, including disagreements about executor removal, estate administration and statutory will issues, as well as other equitable claims such as promissory estoppel. Since laws differ from state to state, we provide legal advice in New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, the Northern Territory, 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 "probate dispute solicitor", "probate application lawyer WA" or "inheritance dispute lawyers Sydney".

We offer initial consultations without obligation to proceed at Armstrong Legal. During this discussion, the lawyer will gather relevant information about your connection to the deceased person, the terms of the will (if applicable), the people involved, the nature and value of the assets and the reasons behind the dispute. We will then evaluate your matter and outline your legal options, expected costs, likely next steps and any applicable time limits. For a family provision claim, we can consider your eligibility, the factors the Court may review and the evidence that may support your position. Where a challenge to the will's validity arises, we can look into concerns about testamentary capacity, fraud, undue influence or concerns that you or someone else may have. In addition, our team can guide executors and administrators through responding to claims and safeguarding the entitlements of those who stand to inherit. Depending on the circumstances and merits of some family provision claims, funding options may include a "No Win No Fee" agreement, which can help you choose us if you want to learn more about "estate dispute lawyer QLD" or "contested wills lawyer". Similarly, whether you've been curious about "family provision law firm WA" or "defending a will contest between siblings", a deferred fee (Pay-at-End) arrangement may also be available on a case-by-case basis. Reach out to us and get an appointment with a lawyer today.

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