I couldn’t consider going to anybody else but them. I find the staff here are not only caring, but understanding, delicate, non-judgemental, extremely informative, and supportive.
Tania
Our Services
We have built our knowledge and expertise in the Wills and Estate areas of the law for three and a half decades so that we can assist you with whatever your problem may be in the following areas
Wills and Estate Planning
Our team is experienced in preparing wills for both large and small estates.
Deceased Estates and Trust Administration
Let us ensure that the management of your estate is efficient and effective.
Estate Dispute Resolution and Litigation
We can work with you to build a strong case to support your claim.
Guardian Services
Through our associated company, de Groots Guardian Services Pty Ltd, we accept appointments as the trustee or co-trustee of various types of trusts.
Talk to the Specialists in Wills and Estate Law
Brisbane | Sydney | Melbourne
Established in 1986, we specialise in the fields of Wills and Estate Planning, Estate Administration and Estate Litigation.
By focusing exclusively on these areas of the law, we have built our expertise over three and a half decades and developed a reputation for consistently achieving excellent results for our clients.
We also provide a trustee service through our company de Groots Guardian Services Pty Ltd.
Each member of our firm is committed to sharing knowledge and lending support as we work as a team to achieve your desired outcomes.
Why Choose de Groots?
Leading Wills and Estate Lawyers in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne
Long Established
We have set the standard in Wills and Estate law since 1986.
Hand-picked Lawyers
We hand-pick team members who suit your circumstances and take the time to listen.
Dedicated Specialists
Our lawyers focus on Wills and Estate so we can achieve more for our clients.
We Strive for Simplicity
We use plain language in all of our communications.
Responsive Team
Your calls and emails will always be responded to promptly.
Personal Service
Our service to you will be personalised and caring.
When it Comes to Wills and Estate Law…
Our Special Counsel, Dr John de Groot writes the books!
Dr de Groot’s texts are used by the legal profession, as well as in a number of leading Australian universities. Our senior lawyers assist Dr de Groot in a variety of ways with his legal writing and his law lecturing. Independently, a number of our senior lawyers are also involved in law teaching. If you’re looking for expertise in this area of legal practice, you have come to the right place.
Hear From Our Clients
I was very pleased to see they had established an organisation that is based on a good awareness of their clients. I think people feel that their lack of knowledge means that they won’t be treated fully respectfully, but I would say if you come to de Groots you’ll find that your case will be discussed in detail. It will be explained until you feel quite assured about the decisions you’ve got to make and how to position yourself with the law.
What I would like to say to the team at de Groots is a heartfelt thank you. You’ve taken away all my worries. It’s been wonderful to come in and talk to you and have you listen and it’s been very good that you’ve made sure that I understood.
Now that I need to review matters again, my choice is simple. As always, over the last 20 years I return to de Groots simply because I have no need to go anywhere else. I have no hesitation in recommending de Groots.
I couldn’t consider going to anybody else but them. I find the staff here are not only caring, but understanding, delicate, non-judgemental, extremely informative, and supportive.
I was very pleased to see they had established an organisation that is based on a good awareness of their clients. I think people feel that their lack of knowledge…
What I would like to say to the team at de Groots is a heartfelt thank you. You’ve taken away all my worries. It’s been wonderful to come in and…
Now that I need to review matters again, my choice is simple. As always, over the last 20 years I return to de Groots simply because I have no need…
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