Trusted Solicitors For 85 Years
Established in 1932, Phillips & Wilkins Solicitors prides itself on building long-term relationships with the local community.
WE’VE BEEN AROUND FOR 85 YEARS AND WE’LL BE AROUND FOR ANOTHER 85.
Established in 1932, Phillips & Wilkins Solicitors prides itself on building long-term relationships with the local community.
Our Core Practice Areas

Conveyancing & Property Law
From buying or building your first home to leasing, subdividing, finance arrangements, family breakdown and moving into an Aged Care Facility, the Phillips & Wilkins Property Law team can advise you and your family on the complexities involved and tailor solutions that suit your circumstances

Wills and Estate Planning
Phillips & Wilkins has years of experience in assisting clients to draft valid wills as part of their estate planning.
A well drafted will ensures that your beneficiaries receive the assets that you intend them to receive and minimises the likelihood of an estate dispute.

Commercial Law
Obtaining expert advice before entering into business arrangements is always advisable and our lawyers can assist you with a wide range of matters including leases, purchases and sales of business, partnership agreements, buy/sell agreements, company arrangements, company structure and trust advice.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution
There is a number of ways to resolve disputes, whether between family members, neighbours or business partners.
We strive to avoid costly court appearances and do our utmost to settle disputes early and fairly.

Family Law
Modern personal relationships come in all forms. However, when personal relationships have broken down we provide our clients with common sense and cost-effective advice to achieve the best possible result.

Deceased Estates
When you have suffered the loss of a loved one, you may have little idea of what needs to happen next.
Our experienced team can assist in administering the deceased’s estate efficiently and with as little stress as possible.
Testimonials
“I wish to thank you and the other members of Phillips and Wilkins for the advice and care taken in acting on my behalf. Everyone concerned was very professional and I was amazed by the kindness and support offered to me through very trying times. An excellent result was achieved in both matters and I felt at all times that my needs were paramount. I am grateful beyond words.”
Julie M
“I wanted to extend my thanks for helping guide us through the process for this very unusual property.
I appreciate all your time spent on this and the speed with which everything has been handled the entire way. A delight to work with you again and I look forward to having you represent us in the future.”
Roman O
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