Attwood Marshall Lawyers - Estate Litigation Lawyer of the Year
Lucy McPherson has worked exclusively in estate litigation since 2010.
Since starting her legal career in 2010, Lucy has worked exclusively in the area of estate litigation. Lucy is based on the border of New South Wales and Queensland and is competent working across all jurisdictions.
Lucy has a thorough understanding of the complex discrepancies between each state and territory’s Succession Laws, culminating in an ability to provide sound advice for those clients who have cross-jurisdictional issues.
Over the years she has also developed corresponding expertise in guardianship, financial management law and public trustee disputes.
With lawyers in the family, Lucy developed an innate sense of justice from a young age and was drawn to pursuing a career in law, where she felt she could do something purposeful in her day-to-day work and contribute to something bigger than herself. She is a natural strategist and problem solver who takes a practical approach to resolving issues.
Lucy has studied a Master of Applied Law (Wills & Estates) through the College of Law, achieving a mark of High Distinction across all subjects. She is continually learning and developing her skills as part of her commitment to maintain a high calibre of technical skills which in turn provides an excellent service for her clients.
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 industry-leading 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.