iWills Legal
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iWills Legal specializes in estate planning, estate administration, and estate litigation. The firm provides practical, cost-effective solutions and supports clients throughout the legal process....
What is iWills Legal?
iWills Legal is a boutique Victorian law firm specializing in wills, estate planning, and estate litigation services. Founded in 2018, the firm operates with a mission to provide time-efficient legal solutions while building trusted relationships through compassionate and considerate guidance. Led by Managing Principal Teresa Catalano, one of only 70 accredited specialists in Wills and Estates across Victoria, iWills Legal delivers practical, commercial, and cost-effective solutions with transparent fixed-fee pricing.
What services does iWills Legal offer?
iWills Legal offers comprehensive estate planning and litigation services:
- Wills and Estate Planning: Standard comprehensive wills, testamentary trusts, powers of attorney, advanced health directives, succession planning for businesses, aged care and retirement village contracts, and preparation of trust deeds and agreements
- Grant of Probate and Letters of Administration: Processing grants of probate, letters of administration, reseal of foreign grants applications, and advising executors/administrators on estate administration matters
- Will Contests and Estate Disputes: Contesting wills, defending wills, challenging wills, estate advice, challenging superannuation decisions, and all types of estate litigation
- Executor and Beneficiary Disputes: Resolution of contentious estate administration matters, addressing common causes of executor disputes, and guidance on legal obligations of executors
- VCAT Guardianship and Administration Matters: VCAT applications for guardianship and administration, challenging powers of attorney, advice on capacity and undue influence issues, elder abuse matters, and addressing alleged misappropriation of funds by attorneys
Why choose iWills Legal as your lawyer?
Clients choose iWills Legal for their specialized expertise and client-focused approach. The firm's Managing Principal Teresa Catalano brings over 22 years of private practice experience and holds Victorian Accreditation as a Wills and Estates Specialist since 2008. iWills Legal prioritizes building trusted relationships while explaining complex legal matters in understandable language, avoiding unnecessary legal jargon. The firm offers transparent fixed-fee pricing and provides free 20-minute estate planning health checks for the Bayside Community. Their holistic approach includes seamless coordination with other advisers to reduce client stress throughout the process.
Who are the attorneys at iWills Legal?
The legal team at iWills Legal includes:
- Teresa Catalano - Managing Principal and Owner with over 22 years in private practice, Victorian Accredited Specialist in Wills and Estates since 2008, previously a partner at a top-ten Australian legal firm, recognized in The Best Lawyers in Australia™ 2026 for Trusts and Estates work
- Arianna Kim - Senior Associate holding a Master of Laws majoring in Wills & Estates and TEP (Trust and Estate Practitioner) credentials, specializing in estate planning, administration, and litigation
- Brianna Stanyer - Paralegal providing essential support services
- Adelle Voltic - Paralegal assisting with estate matters
- Marguerite Leblebjian - Graduate Lawyer and Junior Paralegal supporting the senior legal team
How much does iWills Legal cost?
iWills Legal operates on a fixed-fee pricing model with complete transparency regarding costs. The firm ensures clients understand all fees upfront, eliminating billing surprises. They provide practical and cost-effective solutions tailored to each client's needs. Additionally, iWills Legal offers a complimentary 20-minute estate planning health check for all Bayside Community members.
Where is iWills Legal located?
iWills Legal maintains offices across Melbourne to serve clients conveniently:
- Brighton Office (Primary): Suite 9, 214 Bay Street, Brighton VIC 3186 (by appointment only)
- Melbourne City Office: 430 Little Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 (by appointment only)
- Contact: Phone +61 3 9598 9489 or 0402 841 433
- Email: teresa.catalano@iwillslegal.com.au
- Website: https://iwillslegal.com.au/
Client Reviews
10 verified reviews
Kim Ryan-Watson
Verified ClientThe most professional team I have ever had the pleasure to deal with. From the start to the finish, dealing with my mums estate iWillsLegal helped me through a very stressful time. Their fees are very reasonable and kept me updated at all times. Thank you for everything you did. Kim
Zack van Zyl
Verified ClientA great experience with a very professional team who not only provided me the right legal advice but also gave me multiple cost effective options. Thank you Teresa and team!
Anna Phelps
Verified ClientThe team at iWills Legal were incredibly efficient, speedy, responsive and friendly in helping me to update my Will. I would highly recommend their services to anyone.
Robina Frosinini
Verified ClientI can't begin to express how truly grateful I am for the outstanding service I received from Teresa Catalano and her team at iWills Legal. From the very beginning, they provided not only exceptional legal expertise but also unwavering support and professionalism that helped me navigate an incredibly challenging process with confidence. The dedication of the entire team made all the difference during a particularly stressful and difficult time. I always felt like I had the best legal team by my side, and their strategic approach, deep legal knowledge, and tireless commitment to my case were absolutely invaluable. Thanks to their hard work and guidance, we’ve now reached the end of this challenging chapter, and I couldn’t be more relieved. If you're seeking a law firm that truly cares about its clients and delivers exceptional results, look no further than iWills Legal. Thank you again for everything – you turned what seemed like an impossible journey into something far more manageable. I couldn’t recommend them more highly!
Y Lun
Verified ClientI had a very impressive experience from Teresa, Adelle and Marguerite who assisted me in applying for the Grants of Letters of Administration. They were very knowledgable, very attentive and timely, responsive to emails. Excellent communication and instructions. They guided me and completed the process with care. I highly recommend using iWills Legal.
Chris Mayes
Verified ClientExcellent communication, experience and overall satisfaction in using iWills Legal recently. Very attentive to email communication in coming back to any questions or queries in a timely manner.
I'm very satisfied at how quickly the entire process, paperwork and final signatures all came together.
I would highly recommend using iWills Legal.
edward wajsbrem
Verified Clientyour efficiency is much appreciated and i have no hesitation to recomend your firm in similar circumstances' e
Carmela Atalla
Verified ClientNone
Georgie Webster
Verified ClientI had a wonderful experience with Arianna and Marguerite from iWills. They were very knowledgeable, responsive, and guided me through my will and EPA with care and provided the quickest turnaround. I highly recommend Teresa and her team's services for anyone in need of legal assistance!
Sam Lauriola
Verified ClientA big thanks to Arianna, Marguerite and Adelle at iWills Legal for assisting in preparing my will. It made an difficult task easy!
Contact Information
iWills Legal
Suite 9/214 Bay St, Brighton VIC 3186
Brighton VIC
Phone
+61395989489
Office Hours
Mon-Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm
By appointment available
Languages
English
Payment Methods
Cash, Card, EFTPOS
Payment plans available
Client Ratings
Based on 10 reviews
Areas of Practice
Aged Care & Elder Law
Powers of Attorney & Guardianship
Property Development & Planning
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