Top 10 ranked
Best Wills, Estates & Probate Firms in Townsville, Queensland
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.
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- 1MobbsMarr Legal★5.0(149)
MobbsMarr Legal helps individuals, families and small businesses in north Queensland with wills and estates, family law, conveyancing, business law and…
📍 North Ward, QLDWills, Estates & ProbateBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & Conveyancing - 2Sarinas Legal★5.0(122)
Sarinas Legal helps people and businesses in Townsville with family law, injury claims, wills and estates, property and business matters. The firm also handles…
📍 Townsville City, QLDEmployment & Workplace LawPersonal Injury & CompensationWills, Estates & ProbateBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & Conveyancing - 3Connolly Suthers Lawyers★4.9(360)
Connolly Suthers helps people and businesses in Townsville and North Queensland with injury compensation, family law, criminal charges, wills and estates,…
📍 Townsville City, QLDEmployment & Workplace LawPersonal Injury & CompensationWills, Estates & ProbateBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & ConveyancingCriminal Law - 4Strategic Lawyers★4.9(155)
Strategic Lawyers helps individuals, families and businesses in Townsville and across North Queensland with family, criminal, wills and estates, property,…
📍 Townsville City, QLDWills, Estates & ProbateImmigration LawBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & ConveyancingCriminal Law - 5O'Shea & Dyer Solicitors★4.9(126)
O'Shea & Dyer Solicitors helps people in Townsville and across Queensland with injury compensation claims, family law, and wills and estates. The firm was…
📍 Townsville City, QLDPersonal Injury & CompensationWills, Estates & ProbateFamily & Divorce Law - 6Purcell Taylor Lawyers★4.9(48)
Purcell Taylor Lawyers helps individuals, families and businesses in Townsville with legal matters. The firm acts in superannuation and TPD claims, personal…
📍 Townsville City, QLDEmployment & Workplace LawWills, Estates & ProbateBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & ConveyancingCriminal Law - 7PCE Lawyers★5.0(26)
PCE Lawyers helps individuals, families and businesses in Queensland with commercial, property, family, wills and estates, and migration matters. The firm was…
📍 Aitkenvale, QLDPersonal Injury & CompensationWills, Estates & ProbateImmigration LawBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & Conveyancing - 8Maurice Blackburn Lawyers★4.7(87)
Maurice Blackburn Townsville helps working people and local families in North Queensland with injury and compensation claims. The team has acted for clients…
📍 Garbutt, QLDEmployment & Workplace LawPersonal Injury & CompensationWills, Estates & Probate - 9Preston Law★4.8(36)
Preston Law helps individuals, families and businesses across North Queensland with everyday and complex legal matters. The firm has offices in Cairns and…
📍 Townsville City, QLDEmployment & Workplace LawPersonal Injury & CompensationWills, Estates & ProbateBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & ConveyancingCriminal Law - 10Lake Legal★5.0(20)
Lake Legal helps individuals, families, businesses and veterans in Townsville and North Queensland. The firm acts in criminal, employment, personal injury,…
📍 Townsville City, QLDEmployment & Workplace LawPersonal Injury & CompensationWills, Estates & ProbateImmigration LawBusiness & Commercial LawProperty & ConveyancingCriminal Law
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 in Townsville, Queensland
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 Townsville, Queensland?
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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