Business Details
Trusted Legal Experts in Wills, Estates & Elder Law
Mitchells Solicitors & Business Advisors delivers quality legal advice and thorough solutions in wills, estates, trusts, and elder law. With offices in Brisbane City, Moorooka, Aspley, and Sunshine Coast, the firm combines decades of expertise through strategic mergers with Wyman & Co Solicitors and O'Dwyer & Bradley. Recognized by the Queensland Law Society as one of only 45 Accredited Specialists in Succession Law, Bryan Mitchell leads a team of specialists in estate disputes, asset protection, and elder law. The firm's values of honesty, strength, and excellence underpin its commitment to resolving complex legal matters with personalized service. Clients benefit from tailored estate planning strategies that address tax minimization, trust structuring, and intergenerational wealth transfer.The team's expertise extends to defending family provision claims, administering estates, and advising on advance health directives. With a focus on client-centric outcomes, Mitchells Solicitors & Business Advisors provides legal clarity during emotionally challenging times. The firm's recognition in Doyles Guide as a preeminent leader in wills and estates litigation underscores its industry authority. Through continuous professional development, the team maintains cutting-edge knowledge of succession law developments. Clients receive transparent communication and strategic guidance to navigate probate, executor obligations, and trust disputes.
Services
Will Disputes
Estate Planning
Trust Law
Elder Law
Asset Protection
Probate Services
Executor Support
Disability Trusts
Advance Directives
Estate Administration
Highlights and features
- We offer Accredited Specialists in Succession Law with proven expertise
- Our team combines 50+ years of merged legal practice experience
- Personalized estate planning addressing tax, trusts, and family dynamics
- Recognized leaders in will disputes and estate litigation by Doyles Guide
- Specialist knowledge in elder law and disability trust arrangements
Associations and certifications
- Queensland Law Society
- Doyles Guide
What people say
Professional advice
Personalized, friendly service
Knowledgeable team
Stress-free process
Compassionate approach
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning service addresses asset distribution and future incapacity through tailored wills and trust structures. We help clients create legally sound documents that minimize tax liabilities and prevent family disputes. The process involves comprehensive consultations to understand individual circumstances and long-term objectives.
Will Disputes
We specialize in contesting will validity and resolving inheritance conflicts through mediation or court proceedings. Our team handles claims of undue influence, lack of capacity, and family provision disputes. Proven strategies protect client interests while navigating complex probate laws.
Trust Law
Trust services include establishing discretionary and protective trusts for asset protection and tax efficiency. We advise on trustee obligations, trust amendments, and dispute resolution. Strategic trust arrangements safeguard family assets across generations while maintaining legal compliance.
Elder Law
Specialized legal support for older Australians covers will amendments, enduring powers of attorney, and elder abuse prevention. We address social security implications and care arrangements through compassionate, legally sound solutions tailored to aging clients' needs.
Asset Protection
Our asset protection strategies shield personal and business assets through legal structuring. Services include entity structuring, risk assessment, and litigation prevention strategies. We create customized plans to protect wealth from potential future claims and creditors.
People
Bryan Mitchell
Principal & Accredited Specialist in Succession Law
Principal lawyer with LLM qualifications in wills and estates. Recognized by Queensland Law Society as one of 45 accredited specialists. Featured in Doyles Guide as leading practitioner in wills and estates litigation.
Kate Muller
Special Counsel
Special Counsel with Master of Laws degree specializing in succession law. Over 15 years' experience in estate planning and litigation. Provides expert guidance on complex will and trust matters.
Kylee Ghodsi
Senior Associate
Senior Associate with 20+ years' experience in estate administration. Qualified in law and Asian studies. Specializes in executor support and probate applications across Queensland jurisdictions.
Tim O'Dwyer
Consultant & Notary Public
Legal consultant with 50+ years' experience. Admitted as solicitor since 1971. Qualified mediator and notary public with expertise in property law and consumer advocacy.
George Edser
Consultant
Experienced consultant solicitor with 30+ years in estate administration and family law. Former practice owner in Sherwood. Provides specialist knowledge on property and litigation matters.
Questions
What services does Mitchells Solicitors specialize in?
We specialize in wills, estates, trusts, and elder law including estate planning, will disputes, trust administration, and asset protection strategies.
How can I contest a will in Queensland?
Contact our accredited specialists to assess validity concerns regarding capacity, undue influence, or family provision claims. We provide urgent legal guidance within strict timeframes.
What happens if someone dies without a will?
Queensland's intestacy laws determine asset distribution. Our team can explain your rights and assist executors with estate administration requirements.
How do I create a legally valid will?
Our lawyers provide comprehensive estate planning consultations to create customized wills that meet legal requirements and address your specific family circumstances.
What are executor responsibilities?
Executors must administer estates by collecting assets, paying debts, and distributing inheritances. We provide legal guidance to fulfill these obligations correctly.
Can I protect assets from future claims?
Yes, through strategic trust structures and legal entity arrangements. Our specialists develop customized asset protection plans tailored to your circumstances.
