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Are you wondering right now how to contest a will? Are wondering if you have grounds to contest a will? In what circumstances can you contest a will?

Once you've decided that you are interested in contesting a will, there are certain steps that need to be taken. This is a complex area of the law and strict time limits apply. In order to contest a will, you will need legal representation.

What do I do next?

Ascertain the date of death

Obtain a copy of the will from the solicitor

Seek legal advice urgently – in Queensland, you only have six months from the date of death to dispute a will. Outside of this time frame, you will lose your opportunity to contest the will

A contested will is either settled out of court, or if this isn't possible, will be decided by a judge in court

Who should I talk to?

You need to speak to a lawyer who is an expert in contested wills.

Our guarantee to you

There are 10,000 lawyers in Queensland. Only 43 are specialists in wills and estates, and Bryan Mitchell is one of them. We offer a free, 10-minute phone consultation and every case receives the benefit of Bryan's expertise.