87 LAWYER MONTHLY ADR AWARDS 2024 Estate Litigation Lawyer of the Year AUSTRALIA She also regularly presents at legal continuing professional development (CPD) seminars for industry bodies including the Television Education Network and is a full member of the Society of Trust & Estate Practitioners (STEP). STEP is the worldwide professional association for those advising families across generations, which promotes best practice, professional integrity and education to their members. As a lawyer, she finds her work intellectually rewarding and recognises the unique position it puts her in to help others and further the public good. Her vast knowledge and steely determination instil confidence in clients who are aggrieved by a family member’s decisions upon their death. Lucy can provide advice on: • The preparation and execution of family provision claims and defences, and other litigious estate matters in the Supreme Court of New South Wales, the District Court of Queensland and the Supreme Court of Queensland • Applications for Probate in solemn form • Applications for construction and rectification of Wills • The rights and the role of executors/trustees and the appointment and removal of executors/trustees • Notional estate orders within New South Wales • Cross-Border issues where complicated jurisdictional and choice of law questions arise • Contentious issues arising out of grants of Probate, estate administration and executor’s duties • Advice on powers of attorney disputes, public trustee disputes, guardianship and financial management matters. Firm Profile Attwood Marshall Lawyers traces its foundations back to 1946 when the late Eric Attwood started his practice in the Tweed Heads area. Today, we are a growing, innovative law firm with offices located all around Australia. Our intent is to help people and change their lives for the better. At Attwood Marshall Lawyers, we take great pride in providing exceptional customer service. Our lawyers are leaders in their field and we have specialist teams covering all areas of law. In addition to providing industryleading legal services, Attwood Marshall Lawyers also plays a key role in educating the community about important issues that impact the most vulnerable people in society. We celebrate a rich history, a strong connection to the local areas we are based, and a drive to innovate so that we can serve the community in the best way possible. www.attwoodmarshall.com.au
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