estate litigation

(contested wills)

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RLW’s estate litigation practice encompasses all disputes involving a deceased estate. Disputes involving a deceased estate can be stressful and emotional for all parties involved. Our experienced lawyers can assist you through this often difficult and complex process.

RLW can advise on contesting a Will, or on defending a contested Will in Victoria.


trusts, equity & probate disputes

We advise and represent claimants as well as executors in disputes regarding:

  • whether a Will is valid

  • removal of an executor or administrator

  • claims for equitable interests in property, for example, a constructive trust

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testator’s family maintenance claims (part iv claims)

We advise and represent claimants as well as executors and administrators in disputes regarding:

  • whether a person is eligible to make a claim

  • where an eligible person has been left out of a Will, or if they have not been adequately provided for in the Will

  • defending claims on behalf of the deceased’s estate

how we help


our track record

  • Achieving private settlements before going to Court

  • Advising in complex and multi-party estate litigation