Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Adelaide
Boylan Lawyers has been a cornerstone of legal excellence in South Australia for over 130 years. Established in 1875, our firm has evolved into a trusted provider of comprehensive legal services, specializing in family law, estate planning, hearing loss claims, and more. With offices in Adelaide, Port Pirie, Strathalbyn, Victor Harbor, and Port Augusta, we serve metropolitan, regional, and remote clients, ensuring accessibility and personalized support. Our team of nearly 50 dedicated professionals combines deep local knowledge with national expertise, prioritizing client needs over profits. We are committed to protecting the rights of individuals, families, and businesses through ethical practice and innovative solutions. Recognized as Platinum Members of the Law Society of South Australia, we uphold the highest standards of professionalism and service.Our history of advocacy includes landmark contributions to legal frameworks, such as the Married Women's Property Bill. Today, Boylan Lawyers continues to blend tradition with modern legal strategies, offering fixed-fee structures, flexible financing options, and a no-win-no-fee approach where applicable. We pride ourselves on transparent communication, avoiding hidden fees, and delivering outcomes that align with our clients' best interests. Whether navigating family disputes, estate planning, or workplace injury claims, our team provides the expertise and empathy needed to resolve complex legal challenges effectively.
Services
Family Law
Estate Planning
Conveyancing
Disputed Estates
Hearing Loss Claims
Highlights and features
- 130+ years of legal expertise in South Australia
- Regional offices ensuring accessible legal support
- Free initial consultations for estate and family law
- No-win-no-fee options for hearing loss claims
- Experienced team in family, estate, and employment law
Associations and certifications
- Law Society of South Australia
What people say
Very professional office
Highly recommended
Excellent legal firm
Great knowledge
Amazing
Services
Family Law
Boylan Lawyers provides comprehensive family law services including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and property settlements. Our team guides clients through emotional challenges with legal expertise and compassion. We prioritize mediation to reduce conflict while preparing for court representation when necessary.
Estate Planning
Specialist estate planning services cover will drafting, power of attorney appointments, and advance care directives. We ensure assets are distributed according to client wishes while minimizing tax implications and potential disputes through tailored testamentary trusts.
Disputed Estates
Our inheritance lawyers assist beneficiaries challenging unfair will provisions or defending estate claims. With expertise in South Australian probate law, we navigate complex disputes over asset distribution, executor conduct, and family provision claims efficiently.
Hearing Loss Claims
We represent workers with noise-induced hearing loss, securing compensation for medical expenses and hearing aids. Operating on a no-win-no-fee basis, our specialists handle claims against current and former employers, including historical cases.
Conveyancing
Boylan's conveyancing specialists manage residential and commercial property transactions across South Australia. Services include contract reviews, settlement processes, and title transfers, ensuring compliance with state regulations while protecting client interests.
People
Paul Boylan
Senior Partner
With over 30 years leading Boylan Lawyers, Paul specializes in complex estate planning and family law. A former mayor's descendant, he merges heritage with modern legal strategies to protect client rights across generations.
Sebastian Hill
Partner
Partner since 2012, Sebastian focuses on employment law and workers' compensation. His advocacy ensures fair treatment for clients in hearing loss and workplace injury claims across South Australia.
Pamela Badcock
Senior Associate
Pamela provides expert counsel in family law matters, guiding clients through divorce and child custody cases with empathy and precision, ensuring outcomes aligned with family needs.
Deborah Hewitt
Senior Associate
Deborah specializes in will disputes and estate administration, combining legal rigor with compassionate support to resolve conflicts and implement client wishes effectively.
Rianie Huggins
Senior Associate
Rianie focuses on property law and conveyancing, ensuring seamless real estate transactions through meticulous contract reviews and settlement management for residential and commercial clients.
Questions
Why should I create a Will?
A Will ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes after death. Without one, state laws dictate distribution, potentially causing family hardship.
How do I contest a Will in South Australia?
You must file a claim within 6 months of probate. Our specialists guide beneficiaries through challenging unfair provisions or executor misconduct.
Can I make my own Will?
While possible, DIY Wills risk invalidity. Our lawyers ensure proper execution to prevent disputes and align with complex legal requirements.
What are Enduring Power of Attorney benefits?
It appoints trusted individuals to manage financial affairs if you become incapacitated, avoiding court intervention through pre-established legal authority.
How does Boylan Lawyers handle family law cases?
We prioritize mediation to reduce conflict, but prepare for court representation when necessary, focusing on child welfare and fair property settlements.
Do I qualify for hearing loss compensation?
If workplace noise exposure caused your condition, you may claim medical expenses and compensation regardless of current employment status.
