Family Provision Claims Lawyers in Melbourne
At Lawyers of Preston, our experienced team provides expert family provision claims lawyers services to clients across all Melbourne suburbs and regional Victoria. We appear at courts throughout the region and offer fixed-fee arrangements with flexible payment options.
How We Can Help
- Family provision claims (contesting a will)
- Eligibility assessment for estate claims
- Negotiating estate settlements
- Mediating family provision disputes
- Supreme Court family provision proceedings
- Defending estate claims
- Time limit applications for late claims
- Blended family and step-child claims
- Claims by de facto partners
- Contested estate litigation
Why Choose Lawyers of Preston?
- five-star Google reviews from satisfied Melbourne clients
- Local knowledge of Melbourne's courts and legal landscape
- Fixed fees and flexible payment plans available
- Consultation from $180 (30 min) · $300 (1 hr) incl. GST
- Same-day appointments available for urgent matters
- Serving 68 suburbs across Melbourne's north and west
Need urgent legal help?
Call us now on (03) 9957 6899 or book online for a same-day appointment. Consultations from $180 (30 min) or $300 (1 hr) incl. GST.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can make a family provision claim in Victoria?
Eligible persons include spouses, domestic partners, children (including adult children and step-children), and former spouses or partners who have not received adequate provision. Each case is assessed on its merits.
How long do I have to make a claim?
In Victoria, you generally have 6 months from the date probate or letters of administration are granted to file a claim. Contact us urgently if you think you have a claim.
How much does it cost to contest a will?
We offer fixed-fee initial consultations and can discuss funding options including deferred fees in appropriate cases. The cost depends on whether the matter settles or proceeds to litigation.
Think you have a family provision claim? Speak with us today
Consultation from $180 (30 min) · $300 (1 hr) incl. GST · Same-day available