Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Prahran
Established in 1949, John Keating John & Associates & Associates is a Prahran-based legal practice with decades of experience serving clients across Melbourne CBD, Victoria, and internationally. Our firm specializes in wills and estates, conveyancing, property law, and small business matters, delivering practical legal advice tailored to individual client needs. With principal John Keating John & Associates & Associates leading the practice for over 35 years, we combine deep local knowledge with modern technology to ensure efficient service delivery. Our team includes seasoned professionals like solicitor Warren Block and senior conveyancing paralegal Meredith Ford, who bring expertise in estate administration, commercial litigation, and property transactions. We prioritize client relationships, offering personalized guidance on will disputes, probate, land subdivisions, and business sales.As a trusted community partner, we support local organizations and maintain affiliations with institutions like the Bendigo Community Bank and Prahran Rotary Club. Our commitment to transparency ensures clients understand legal requirements, compliance processes, and potential contestation risks. We serve both local and international investors in property transactions while advising small business owners on leasing, franchising, and operational challenges. With a focus on accessibility, we provide free initial assessments for will disputes and maintain clear communication throughout every case.
Services
Wills & Estates
Conveyancing
Small Business Law
Estate Disputes
Power of Attorney
Property Law
Franchising
Probate
Land Subdivision
Commercial Leasing
Details
- Year established: 1949
Highlights and features
- Over 35 years of legal practice in Prahran with proven expertise in wills and estates
- Personalized service combining local knowledge with modern technology
- Experienced team handling complex estate disputes and property transactions
- Free initial assessment for will dispute cases
- Community-focused practice with local business affiliations
Services
Wills & Estates
We provide comprehensive will drafting, estate administration, and dispute resolution services. Our team ensures legal compliance, advises on trust creation, and helps clients navigate contested wills. With expertise in testator family maintenance claims, we represent executors and beneficiaries in probate matters while offering free initial assessments for potential claimants.
Conveyancing
Our conveyancing specialists handle residential and commercial property transactions across Victoria. We guide clients through contracts of sale, title searches, cooling-off periods, and settlement processes. With 15+ years of experience, senior paralegal Meredith Ford manages subdivisions, vendor statements, and compliance with zoning regulations to ensure smooth property transfers.
Small Business Law
We advise entrepreneurs on business setup, franchising, and operational challenges. Our services include lease agreements, contract reviews, and compliance guidance to help small businesses avoid common pitfalls. With three-quarters of startups failing without professional advice, we provide critical legal support for business sales, financial management, and franchising agreements.
Estate Disputes
Our firm specializes in resolving estate disputes through litigation and negotiation. We handle testator family maintenance claims, probate challenges, and executor obligations. Principal John Keating John & Associates & Associates's 35+ years of experience ensures strategic representation for beneficiaries seeking fair treatment or challenging ambiguous will provisions under Victorian law.
Power of Attorney
We draft financial and medical power of attorney documents to protect clients' interests. Our services ensure proper legal frameworks for decision-making in incapacity scenarios. Solicitor Warren Block advises on guardianship matters and compliance requirements, helping clients establish clear authority structures for personal and business affairs.
People
John Keating
Principal
Principal solicitor with 35+ years in property law, wills, and estates. Director of Bendigo Community Bank, former Prahran Chamber of Commerce president, and Notary Public. Specializes in land subdivisions and business sales.
Warren Block
Solicitor
Solicitor since 1997 with expertise in estate administration, commercial litigation, and retail leases. Army Reserve veteran and Rostrum Victoria member. Handles will disputes and business transaction law.
Meredith Ford
Senior Conveyancing Paralegal
15+ years of conveyancing experience in Victorian law firms. Specializes in residential property sales, subdivisions, and title compliance. Monash University graduate with expertise in vendor statements and settlement processes.
Questions
What areas of law does John Keating John & Associates & Associates & Associates specialize in?
We specialize in wills and estates, conveyancing, small business law, power of attorney, and property transactions across Victoria.
How can I contest a will in Victoria?
Contact us for a free assessment of your legal rights. Our experts handle testator family maintenance claims and estate disputes.
Do you offer conveyancing services for international investors?
Yes, we assist both local and international clients with residential and commercial property transactions in Victoria.
What small business legal services do you provide?
We offer lease agreements, franchising advice, business sales support, and compliance guidance to help startups succeed.
How long has the firm been operating in Prahran?
Since 1949, providing continuous legal services with principal John Keating John & Associates & Associates practicing from the same premises for 35+ years.
