ESTATE LITIGATION CENTRAL COAST

TDP are your estate litigation specialists

At Tonkin Drysdale Partners, we understand estate disputes can be emotionally charged and complex.
With over 65 years of experience, our Estate Litigation team is here to guide you every step of the way through estate challenges at all levels of complexity with empathy, expertise and unwavering support.
Tonkin Drysdale Partners offer professional and realistic advice whether you are attempting to make or defend a family provision claim, dispute the validity of a will, or engage in an estate dispute.
If you want to explore your options for a will or estate dispute, book a free 15-minute case call today with one of our Estate Litigation team members.

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At Tonkin Drysdale Partners, our experienced Estate Litigation Lawyers are ready to assist you with all matters related to contesting or defending a Will, Family Provision Applications, challenging the validity of a Will, or Executor disputes.
With the largest and most experienced estate litigation team on the Central Coast, we are here to expertly guide you through this difficult time.

Book your free 15-minute case call with our experienced Estate Litigation Central Coast team via the button below or call our office to make a face to face appointment. Our team is here for you and we are more than happy to assist.

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Will Disputes

If you are worried about the validity of a will, our Estate Litigation team can help. If you suspect that a person’s last Will is invalid, there are specific avenues to ‘challenge’ its validity, which is distinct from ‘contesting’ a Will.
Common grounds for challenging a Will include lack of testamentary capacity, suspicious circumstances, undue influence, lack of knowledge and approval by the will-maker, improper signing or witnessing, or if the Will is fraudulent.
It is crucial to seek prompt legal advice if you have doubts about the validity of a person’s will. After a person passes away, there is a limited timeframe to take action.

Estate Disputes

Estate conflicts can arise for various reasons, such as disputes over asset distribution or concerns about the administration of the estate. Tonkin Drysdale Partners solicitors specialise in estate litigation and handle cases involving breach of fiduciary duties, beneficiary disputes and disagreements over estate administration. TDP can provide expert guidance to help Executors, Administrators and beneficiaries resolve disputes efficiently and at the earliest opportunity, aiming to prevent court proceedings while making sure that your rights are upheld and safeguarded.

Contesting a Will or Family Provision Claim

If you have been left out of a will or believe you have not been adequately provided for, you may be entitled to make a family provision claim. Tonkin Drysdale Partners’ extensive experience in this field of law enables us to quickly tell whether a claim against an estate is likely to be successful or not. We will then provide you with practical and realistic advice regarding the claim and what you can expect should it proceed. It is important to seek expert advice promptly if you believe you are entitled to a larger share of a deceased person’s estate because there is a limited timeframe to file a claim.

Executor Challenges

At Tonkin Drysdale Partners, we understand that executor issues can arise during the administration of an estate, adding stress to an already emotional process. Our experienced legal team is here to help individuals navigate disputes involving executors, whether it’s a case of mismanagement, conflict of interest, or failure to act in the best interest of beneficiaries. We work diligently to resolve conflicts and ensure that the estate is administered fairly and efficiently.

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