Top 10 ranked
Best Wills, Estates & Probate Firms in Australia
The top 10 law firms ranked by client ratings and reviews.
Firms are ranked by their Google rating, weighted by how many reviews they have. Nobody can pay for a higher position. See the full directory for every firm in this area.
Wills, estates and probate lawyers help you plan for the future and manage the affairs of someone who has died. They prepare wills and powers of attorney, apply for probate and resolve estate disputes.
- 1Empire Legal★5.0(1770)
Empire Legal helps everyday Queenslanders buy and sell homes, businesses and property. Most of its work is conveyancing, the legal side of moving property from…
📍 Spring Hill, QLDWills, Estates & ProbateFamily & Divorce LawProperty & Conveyancing - 2Ballpen Legal★5.0(897)
Ballpen Legal helps Perth individuals and businesses with legal and notarial work. The firm offers fixed fees, so you hear the total cost before you commit.…
📍 Noranda, WAWills, Estates & ProbateBusiness & Commercial LawProperty & Conveyancing - 3Empire Legal★5.0(685)
Empire Legal helps everyday Queenslanders buy and sell homes and business properties. Its team of solicitors and conveyancers handles contracts, searches and…
📍 Manly, QLDWills, Estates & ProbateBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & Conveyancing - 4Blackhurst Law★5.0(600)
Blackhurst Law helps everyday Australians and small businesses with their legal needs. The firm handles conveyancing, business law, and wills and estates, and…
📍 Bundall, QLDWills, Estates & ProbateBusiness & Commercial LawProperty & Conveyancing - 5CLO Lawyers★5.0(558)
CLO Lawyers helps people and businesses in Toowoomba, Queensland, through family breakdowns, wills and estates, property purchases and sales, and business…
📍 Toowoomba City, QLDWills, Estates & ProbateBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & Conveyancing - 6MGL Lawyers★5.0(455)
MGL Lawyers helps people and businesses in Sydney with criminal charges, family law, injury compensation, property purchases and sales, wills and estates, and…
📍 Sydney, NSWPersonal Injury & CompensationWills, Estates & ProbateBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & ConveyancingCriminal Law - 7BSG Lawyers★5.0(335)
BSG Lawyers helps individuals and families in Adelaide with divorce and separation, criminal charges, wills and estates, and disputes. The firm also acts in…
📍 Walkerville, SAPersonal Injury & CompensationWills, Estates & ProbateBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawCriminal Law - 8John Pearce Solicitor & Notary Public★5.0(335)
John Pearce is a solicitor and notary public who helps people get documents notarised and authenticated for use overseas. He also prepares wills and special…
📍 Melbourne, VICWills, Estates & ProbateBusiness & Commercial LawProperty & Conveyancing - 9Karnib Law Group★5.0(335)
Karnib Law Group helps individuals, families and businesses in south-west Sydney with criminal and traffic charges, family law, property purchases and sales,…
📍 Yagoona, NSWEmployment & Workplace LawWills, Estates & ProbateImmigration LawBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & ConveyancingCriminal Law - 10Select Legal★5.0(281)
Select Legal helps home buyers, sellers and investors in Melbourne and across Victoria with conveyancing and property law. It is a boutique firm of lawyers,…
📍 Heatherton, VICWills, Estates & ProbateBusiness & Commercial LawProperty & Conveyancing
How we rank these firms
This ranking is based on real client feedback, not paid placement. We combine each firm's average client rating with the number of reviews it has received, so a firm with a single five-star review does not outrank an established practice with a long, consistent track record.
Ratings and review counts are sourced from public Google reviews and refreshed regularly. Because new reviews come in over time, the order of wills, estates & probate firms can change as client feedback accumulates.
A high rating is a useful starting point, but it is not a substitute for your own research. We recommend contacting two or three firms, asking about their experience with matters like yours, and confirming fees before making a decision.
Wills, Estates & Probate FAQs
Do I really need a will?
If you have any assets, dependants or specific wishes, a will is strongly recommended. Without one, your estate is distributed under a fixed legal formula that may not reflect what you would have wanted.
How long does probate take in Australia?
Once an application is lodged, a grant of probate often takes a few weeks to issue, but administering the whole estate can take several months or longer depending on its complexity and whether anyone contests it.
Can a will be challenged?
Yes. Eligible people, such as a spouse or child left without adequate provision, can contest a will within strict time limits. An estates lawyer can advise on both making a claim and defending one.
How do I choose the right law firm in Australia?
Look for a firm with genuine experience in your specific type of matter, clear and upfront pricing, and strong client reviews. Most firms offer an initial consultation, which is a good chance to ask about their approach and likely costs.
Should I get a free initial consultation?
Many firms offer a free or low-cost first appointment. Use it to explain your situation, understand your options and get a sense of fees before committing. It is also a useful way to compare a few firms.
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Listings are compiled from publicly available information and, where available, show client ratings drawn from Google reviews. Always confirm a firm's current details and credentials directly before engaging them.