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Planning for the future or managing a loved one’s estate can feel overwhelming, especially when you are unsure where to start or what the law requires. At Wollerman Shacklock Lawyers, we guide individuals and families through Wills, Estate Planning, Probate and Deceased Estate administration with clarity and care.
Whether you are putting your first Will in place or working through a complex estate after losing someone close, a Wills and Estates lawyer in Melbourne who listens, explains the process in plain English, and gets the paperwork right the first time is what you need.
Principal Solicitor Patricia Sheedy (Trish) leads our team. She is an Accredited Property Law Specialist with wide-ranging knowledge of estate planning and management. Our Clyde North firm works with clients across Melbourne and the City of Casey corridor.
We deliver honest, fixed-fee advice backed by genuine values of equality, respect and integrity.
Our team handles the full scope of Wills and Estates work for Melbourne clients. We take the time to understand your circumstances, family dynamics and long-term goals before drafting anything, because a good estate plan should reflect your wishes, not a template.
Services we offer include:
A thoughtful estate plan does more than record who gets what. It protects beneficiaries, manages tax implications, plans for incapacity, and helps avoid disputes in the future. Our estate planning lawyer Melbourne services cover Wills, Powers of Attorney, Medical Treatment Decision Makers, superannuation considerations, and advice for blended families, business owners and people with self-managed super funds.
We help you identify gaps in your Estate Plan that you may not have considered and structure arrangements to protect you when they are needed most.
Losing someone is difficult enough without being buried in legal paperwork. If you have been named executor, we can help you apply for probate, identify and value assets, settle debts, distribute the estate and communicate with beneficiaries. Where there’s no Will, we guide the surviving family through the Letters of Administration process in the Supreme Court of Victoria, keeping things moving while you focus on what matters most.
Online Will kits are cheap, but they rarely hold up, especially when family circumstances are anything other than straightforward. Errors in execution, unclear wording, or outdated documents can leave your loved ones with a costly, stressful mess. We charge fixed fees upfront, so you receive proper legal advice at a price you know before we begin, not a surprise bill for your loved ones later on which is when problems always appear.
Whether you’re ready to draft your first Will, update an existing estate plan, or apply for probate after losing a loved one, we’re here to help you take the next step with confidence. Our team takes a calm, practical approach and stays committed to keeping advice honest, affordable and tailored to your situation.
Book an appointment with Trish and the team at Wollerman Shacklock Lawyers:
Our office offers on-site parking and wheelchair accessible entry, with appointments available Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 4:30pm. Get in touch today and find out why families across Melbourne and the City of Casey continue to choose us as their trusted Wills and estates lawyer.
We’re here to provide clear advice and practical guidance when you need most.
We provide clear, specialist legal advice across property, business and estate matters, focused on practical solutions and reliable outcomes.
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I cannot recommend this law firm highly enough. From my very first consultation, the team demonstrated exceptional professionalism, expertise, and genuine care for my situation. They took the time to explain every step of the legal process in clear and understandable terms, ensuring I felt informed and confident throughout.
What truly sets this firm apart is their dedication to achieving the best possible outcome for their clients. Their attention to detail, responsiveness, and commitment to excellence were evident in every interaction. Emails and phone calls were returned promptly, and I always felt that my matter was being handled with the utmost priority and care.
If you are looking for a law firm that combines outstanding legal expertise with exceptional client service, I would not hesitate to recommend them. They are truly a credit to the legal profession.
We had our wills, power of attorney and medical treatment decision makers documents finalised. The services were informative, friendly and clear from our first phone call to make the appointment, through to completion. The cost was reasonable for all three (x2 because there is two of us). I highly recommend Wollerman Shacklock Lawyers.
I have been using the team at Wollerman Shacklock for the last 12 months and cannot recommend them highly enough. Trish and her team have been a pleasure to deal with and made the whole experience as trouble free as I had hoped for from day one. They are exceptional at what they do and how they do it, if you are needing legal help you won’t be disappointed
We went to Wollerman Shacklock for conveyancing for our first home purchase. Trish and the team were exceptionally helpful throughout the process and very thorough. She ensured that we understood all areas, and thanks to her we had a good result. Great service.
We started to using service from Wollerman Shacklock in 2018. They helping us trough different contracts and house buying and sale. We couldn't be happy vith knowledge and customer service. Very high standards from get the best results for they customer. If you looking the best property lawyers not hesitate to contact them. We are very happy with Wollerman Shacklock.
Patricia and the team have provided my family and business with first class professional advice and would highly recommend their services. Knowledge with a personal touch is very much appreciated.
What a wonderfully efficient and friendly team they are at Wollerman. Buying my first propert was daunting, but made easefull and secure knowing they were overseeing the process. I mainly dealt with Eileen and Trish and they were delightful and professional to engage with. Highly recommended.
Where do I start!! What fantastic service from Trish, Jess and the team in organising and finalising my parents estate. At what is such a difficult time, they could not have been more helpful and professional but without the exorbitant fees that other Solicitors had quoted. Would definitely use them again. Thanks
Highly recommend Trish and staff at WS. Trish was extremely helpful and courteous, listened and understood my requirement, explored the possible scenarios to achieve the result I was after to my total satisfaction. Look no further than Wollerman Shacklock!!!
I needed to get a letter written by a solicitor in relation to my deceased husband’s final pay from his employer. Beth at Wollerman Shacklock lawyer was fantastic. Beth understands what I was asking for and began working on it that day. After I provided a certified copy of my husband’s death certificate it only took 1 day and the letter was ready. Very happy with this service, speed, compassion and professionalism. Highly recommended.
We needed a solicitor urgently at 4pm on a Friday afternoon. We rang every other firm in Berwick but no one else was willing to squeeze us in at short notice. Thank you so much!! Will definitely be coming back here in the future for our legal needs.
Very professional and helpful. Staff addressed all of our issues and addressed all our requirements, great outcome and very satisfied.
Would recommend them to anyone looking for solid legal services.
I had to urgently get papers signed I front of a lawyer. From the telephone call to presenting to the office. The lawyers were very accomodating, they witnessed me sign the papers and did not charge me. I appreciate their kindness and assistance.
I had a really positive experience dealing with Wollerman Shacklock Lawyers when they handled my late mother's estate.
They were really responsive and handled my matters professionally and promptly.
Kayla @ WS was a pleasure to deal with, very professional, knowledgeable, helpful and proactive in facilitating our settlement. We could not have asked for better and friendly service, and recommend Wolleman Shacklock to everyone, you wont be dissapointed!
The team at Wollerman & Shacklock Lawyers have been a tremendous help when it came to revising our Wills. They were incredibly competent, professional, and dedicated to offering top-notch service.
If you require help with estate planning, we highly advise contacting Wollerman & Shacklock Lawyers.
Absolutely fantastic service! The team made the whole conveyancing process smooth, stress-free, and fast. They were professional, friendly, and always kept me updated.
I couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
Have been using Wollerman Shacklock Lawyers in relation to my mother's will and estate. They have been super helpful and have made navigating through the processes very easy during this difficult time.
Anyone I have had contact with have been courteous and professional at all times.
Thank You.
Patricia, Rose & Oriana are very friendly & professional.
I was tardy in getting my wills finalised & they were patient & helped me get it all sorted.
Thank you!
Have always found Wollerman Shacklock Solicitors & staff, very professional, helpful & nothing is too much trouble, in our dealings with them for over 30yrs.
Highly recommend:)
We are so pleased to have our wills done with Wollerman. We find them warm, friendly and very, very professional.
We gladly recommend them to anyone needing their services.
Our family has been very happy with Wollerman Shacklock for over 30 years.
From property related matters and recently the settlement of an estate.
Highly recommended.
The team at Wollerman Shacklock Lawyers were fantastic to deal with. Always prompt, professional, helpful and friendly. Trish Sheedy was absolutely brilliant and expertly guided us to thoroughly dissect, understand and deal with a frustrating and difficult issue. Her insight, understanding and explanations were clear, concise and helpful and her attention to detail exceptional. We highly recommend Trish & her team for all things legal, especially within the commercial/industrial property law.
We have used Wollerman Shacklock for all our legal needs for more than 20 years, most recently for negotiating probate and estate settlement. Everyone is always friendly and professional and the team display a high degree of knowledge and compassion. I highly recommend their services.
We are a small firm, and that is intentional. Here’s what that means for you when you choose us as your Wills and Estates lawyer in Melbourne:
Trish is one of roughly 75 Accredited Property Law Specialists in Victoria, with strong knowledge across estate planning and deceased estate matters.
You will know the cost of your Will, Estate Plan or probate application before you commit, with no surprise invoices.
We tell you how it is, not what you want to hear; that's how we deliver genuine value.
75% of our clients return to us and 85% of new work comes from referrals, a reflection of how we treat people and the relationships we form with our clients.
Based in Clyde North, we understand Melbourne and Casey families, property markets and local needs.
We make legal support straightforward, with clear advice and practical solutions across property, business and estate matters so you can move forward confidently.
Tell us your situation so we can understand your needs and give you the right direction from the start.
We review your matter and provide straightforward advice so you know where you stand.
We take care of the legal process from start to finish, focused on outcomes you can rely on.
Costs vary based on complexity, but we quote a fixed fee upfront so there are no surprises. A properly drafted will costs a fraction of the cost your family may be faced with when dealing with an intestate estate (without a Will) or poorly drafted Will, later.
When a person dies intestate, legislation determines how the estate is distributed, regardless of what the deceased may have intended. A surviving family member typically applies for Letters of Administration through the Supreme Court, which our team can advise you on and prepare and lodge on your behalf.
The Court generally grants straightforward applications within a few weeks of filing. Complex estates, family disputes or missing documents can extend the timeline significantly. We respond to new enquiries within one business day and provide efficient services whilst keeping you updated at every stage.
Yes. Life changes and things happen, and your Will needs to be updated to reflect that. We recommend reviewing your estate plan after marriage, divorce, the arrival of a new child, buying property, or starting or selling a business.
An Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA) appoints someone to manage your financial and legal affairs if you lose capacity and can no longer make decisions. Without one, it is too late and your family may need to apply to VCAT for a guardianship or administration order. This is an expensive, slow process leaving you vulnerable at a crucial time. We recommend everyone have an EPOA alongside their Will as part of their Estate Plan.
A Medical Treatment Decision Maker (MTDM) is the person authorised to make medical decisions on your behalf if you are unable to do so yourself. It’s entirely separate from an Enduring Power of Attorney, which covers financial matters only. If you haven’t formally appointed an MTDM, you could be left vulnerable with someone making decisions for your medical care that may not align with your wishes.
Yes. Buying property can significantly affect how your estate is distributed.Having an experienced lawyer review your Will and ownership structure will ensure your assets are distributed exactly how you want them to.The wrong ownership structure could see your property being distributed in a different way than how you wished.We recommend reviewing your estate plan any time you acquire or sell significant property or have any major life changes.
Generally, no. Superannuation does not form part of your estate and cannot be distributed by your Will. Instead, making a binding death benefit nomination to the trustee of your super fund is a safer way to ensure your nominated beneficiaries receive your super. Getting this wrong means your super may go to people you did not wish for it to go. We advise on how to align your super nominations with your estate plan.
Accredited Property Law Specialist
Accredited Property Law Specialist