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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

Learn more about Will Contest Lawyers Springvale

For many families, will disputes arise during a period already marked by grief and uncertainty. Concerns may also come up about whether a will is valid, fair or actually representative of the deceased person's intentions. For more than 30 years, Armstrong Legal has been helping Australians manage serious legal matters with clarity and care across several areas of practice, including contested wills, criminal law, family law, corporate crime and traffic law. Our dedicated Contested Wills & Estates team has earned consistent recognition from Doyle's Guide as a Recommended Wills & Estates Litigation Law Firm every year from 2021 to 2025. This acknowledgement reflects our team's professional expertise in estate disputes and commitment to offering practical, timely advice. We have also grown into a national law firm with offices in many states and territories, and our lawyers practise exclusively in contested wills, providing clear guidance to help you understand your responsibilities and the steps ahead. Every matter we handle is guided by integrity, openness and a genuine commitment to your interests, helping ensure you feel heard and reassured from the beginning. So, whether you're searching for "will contest lawyers springvale" or something else for trusted legal guidance, we'll help you make informed decisions.

The most common will disputes involve family provision claims and challenging a will and its validity, but estate disputes include other matters as well. Disagreement about the executor remaining in their role, estate administration, alleged mistakes in the wording of a will or specific issues under a specialised area of estate law are some other example situations you may face. Armstrong Legal's Contested Wills & Estates lawyers work exclusively in this field and assist beneficiaries, executors and other interested parties across a broad range of disputes. Our team can also assist with defending a will, statutory will applications, equitable claims against estates and other types of disputes that you may become involved in. Whether you have been looking up "claim super death benefits SA" or "who gets super after death QLD", you can receive practical guidance that reflects the specific circumstances of your matter, as we take into account the legal requirements that apply in your state or territory. We will explain what's likely to happen next, as well as your rights and options, when you contact us. Because time limits can apply in will dispute matters, we also make sure to act promptly.

To get started, reach out to us to speak with one of our contested wills lawyers. Our initial consultations are obligation-free and give you the opportunity to discuss your relationship with the deceased, the terms of the will where applicable, the nature and value of the estate, the other interested parties and the reason for the dispute so we can understand your circumstances. This allows us to assess whether you may be eligible to make a family provision claim, address concerns about the validity of a will or help you respond to a claim if you're defending a will. If you've been looking up "is there a time limit to contest a will" or "family provision lawyers" to find support, we can explain your options, the likely next steps, possible costs and any relevant time limits. Subject to eligibility and an assessment of the merits of your claim, we may offer to act on a "No Win No Fee" basis for some family provision claims. We may also offer a deferred fee (Pay-at-End) arrangement in some will dispute matters, provided you have an existing entitlement to part of the estate or are the executor appointed under the will. If you've been researching "no win no fee will contesting", "family provision law firms Brisbane" and beyond, get an appointment with a lawyer now.

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

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About Armstrong Legal

For many families, will disputes arise during a period already marked by grief and uncertainty. Concerns may also come up about whether a will is valid, fair or actually representative of the deceased person's intentions. For more than 30 years, Armstrong Legal has been helping Australians manage serious legal matters with clarity and care across several areas of practice, including contested wills, criminal law, family law, corporate crime and traffic law. Our dedicated Contested Wills & Estates team has earned consistent recognition from Doyle's Guide as a Recommended Wills & Estates Litigation Law Firm every year from 2021 to 2025. This acknowledgement reflects our team's professional expertise in estate disputes and commitment to offering practical, timely advice. We have also grown into a national law firm with offices in many states and territories, and our lawyers practise exclusively in contested wills, providing clear guidance to help you understand your responsibilities and the steps ahead. Every matter we handle is guided by integrity, openness and a genuine commitment to your interests, helping ensure you feel heard and reassured from the beginning. So, whether you're searching for "will contest lawyers springvale" or something else for trusted legal guidance, we'll help you make informed decisions.

The most common will disputes involve family provision claims and challenging a will and its validity, but estate disputes include other matters as well. Disagreement about the executor remaining in their role, estate administration, alleged mistakes in the wording of a will or specific issues under a specialised area of estate law are some other example situations you may face. Armstrong Legal's Contested Wills & Estates lawyers work exclusively in this field and assist beneficiaries, executors and other interested parties across a broad range of disputes. Our team can also assist with defending a will, statutory will applications, equitable claims against estates and other types of disputes that you may become involved in. Whether you have been looking up "claim super death benefits SA" or "who gets super after death QLD", you can receive practical guidance that reflects the specific circumstances of your matter, as we take into account the legal requirements that apply in your state or territory. We will explain what's likely to happen next, as well as your rights and options, when you contact us. Because time limits can apply in will dispute matters, we also make sure to act promptly.

To get started, reach out to us to speak with one of our contested wills lawyers. Our initial consultations are obligation-free and give you the opportunity to discuss your relationship with the deceased, the terms of the will where applicable, the nature and value of the estate, the other interested parties and the reason for the dispute so we can understand your circumstances. This allows us to assess whether you may be eligible to make a family provision claim, address concerns about the validity of a will or help you respond to a claim if you're defending a will. If you've been looking up "is there a time limit to contest a will" or "family provision lawyers" to find support, we can explain your options, the likely next steps, possible costs and any relevant time limits. Subject to eligibility and an assessment of the merits of your claim, we may offer to act on a "No Win No Fee" basis for some family provision claims. We may also offer a deferred fee (Pay-at-End) arrangement in some will dispute matters, provided you have an existing entitlement to part of the estate or are the executor appointed under the will. If you've been researching "no win no fee will contesting", "family provision law firms Brisbane" and beyond, get an appointment with a lawyer now.

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