Szabo & Associates Solicitors

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32 Years

experience

Your Trusted Sydney Law Firm for Family, Business & Conveyancing Services

Established in 1994, Szabo & Associates Solicitors is a client-focused legal practice serving Sydney and New South Wales. With over 30 years of combined experience, our team specialises in family law, property disputes, wills and estate planning, and commercial legal matters. Principal Solicitor George Szabo leads with a commitment to personalised service, ensuring clients receive tailored legal solutions. Our practice extends across Eastern Suburbs, Northern Beaches, Sutherland Shire, and North Shore regions.

We prioritise clear communication and transparency, offering free initial consultations to address legal challenges. Our expertise in contesting wills, family provision claims, and property transactions has earned recognition from clients and financial planners alike. We serve families, individuals, investors, and SMEs with a focus on reducing client stress through proactive legal guidance.

Services

Family Law Property Disputes Wills & Estate Planning Conveyancing Criminal Defence

Details

Year established: 1994

Highlights and features

30+ years of combined legal experience in contested wills and family law
Personalised service with free initial consultations
High success rate in family provision claims and property disputes
Extensive knowledge of NSW-specific succession laws
Proven expertise in commercial leases and conveyancing

What people say

Professional job Satisfactory settlement Prompt communication No win no fee Hands-on approach

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Services

Family Law

Specialising in family law matters including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, property settlements, and spousal maintenance. Our solicitors provide strategic guidance through emotionally complex cases while prioritising client interests. We handle parenting plans, domestic violence matters, and de facto relationship disputes with sensitivity and legal precision across Sydney and regional NSW.

Property Disputes

Resolving commercial and residential property conflicts involving lease terminations, co-ownership disputes, and development refusals. Our team represents clients in NSW Supreme Court applications for property sales and Land & Environment Court appeals. We specialise in pragmatic solutions for landlord-tenant conflicts and property development challenges while minimising litigation costs for businesses and private owners.

Wills & Estate Planning

Comprehensive estate planning services including will drafting, probate applications, and letters of administration. We advise on preventing will challenges through clear documentation and represent clients in contested estate matters. Our solicitors handle intestacy cases, family provision claims, and business succession planning while ensuring compliance with NSW succession laws and testamentary requirements.

Conveyancing

Full-service conveyancing for residential, commercial, and industrial property transactions. We manage contract preparation, title searches, and settlement negotiations while ensuring compliance with NSW property laws. Our services extend to first-home buyers, property developers, and commercial landlords with a focus on timely completions and risk mitigation during property transfers.

Contesting Wills

Specialist representation in will challenges and family provision claims across Australia. We handle cases involving inadequate provision, testamentary capacity disputes, and forged will allegations. Our solicitors have secured favourable outcomes in NSW Supreme Court cases while providing strategic advice on mediation alternatives and litigation risks for beneficiaries and executors.

People

George Szabo

Principal Solicitor

With over 25 years of legal experience, George Szabo leads the firm's contested wills and family law practice. Recognised for high success rates in complex estate disputes, he combines technical expertise with compassionate client representation. His career spans commercial litigation and property law, serving Sydney clients since 1994.

Peter Sarlas

Associate Solicitor

Specialising in inheritance disputes and property settlements, Peter delivers practical solutions for contested estates. His approach balances negotiation skills with courtroom readiness, evidenced by successful outcomes in mediation and litigation. He maintains open communication throughout complex legal processes.

Sara Campo

Solicitor

Handling family law matters and commercial conveyancing, Sara provides clear legal guidance during stressful transitions. Her practice focuses on property settlements and parenting arrangements while maintaining client confidentiality and procedural transparency.

Anastasia Newcombe

Paralegal

Supporting litigation and conveyancing teams, Anastasia ensures meticulous document preparation and case management. She assists clients with estate planning documentation and property transaction requirements while maintaining strict compliance with legal protocols.

Jo-Anne Jenkins

Office Manager

Overseeing operational efficiency, Jo-Anne coordinates client services and financial management. With 15+ years in legal administration, she ensures seamless support for solicitors and maintains the firm's commitment to timely client communication.

Questions

How do I contest a will in NSW?

Contact our solicitors within 12 months of death to assess eligibility for family provision claims. We'll review your relationship to the deceased and case merits before pursuing mediation or court action.

What family law services do you offer?

We handle divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, property settlements, and spousal maintenance cases with a focus on minimising client stress through collaborative approaches.

Can you assist with commercial property disputes?

Yes, our team represents clients in lease terminations, co-ownership conflicts, and development appeal cases through NSW courts and mediation services.

Do you offer conveyancing services?

We provide full conveyancing support for residential and commercial properties including contract reviews, title searches, and settlement coordination across Sydney and regional NSW.

How are legal fees structured?

We offer transparent cost agreements including no-win-no-fee options for eligible contested will cases, with detailed explanations of all charges before proceeding.

Can you handle interstate legal matters?

Our solicitors represent clients in will disputes and property cases across all Australian states, leveraging NSW expertise while complying with local jurisdiction requirements.