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O’Connor, Ruddy & Garrett is a Brisbane-based boutique law firm specializing in Wills, Estates, and related litigation. With nearly a century of experience, they provide trusted guidance in estate...
O'Connor, Ruddy & Garrett Solicitors is a boutique law practice established in 1928 that specializes in succession law, property law, and general litigation services throughout Brisbane. With nearly a century of expert legal work, this distinguished firm focuses on providing clients with security, peace of mind, and protection through professional service and tailored solutions. The practice upholds the highest ethical standards of trust, professionalism, and integrity while maintaining a client-centric approach that prioritizes individual goals and delivers personalized legal solutions.
O'Connor, Ruddy & Garrett Solicitors distinguishes itself through Christopher O'Connor's recognition by Best Lawyers 2024 for Trusts and Estates, demonstrating exceptional expertise in inheritance law. The firm's boutique size ensures personalized attention with meticulous detail, strong work ethic, and thorough preparation for every case. Their No Win No Fee arrangement for estate litigation removes financial barriers for clients contesting wills or pursuing estate disputes. The practice maintains a 100% client recommendation rate on Facebook, reflecting their commitment to building understanding, trust, and success with every client engagement.
Christopher O'Connor serves as Director and Principal, specializing in inheritance law, wills and estate planning, estate administration, and estate litigation while also serving as a rural and family business advisor. Michael O'Connor provides strategic guidance as a Consultant to the firm. Angela Teufel brings her expertise as a Senior Associate, while Betty Pham leads the property law division as Head of Property and Senior Associate. Josh Rowe contributes as an Associate, and Claire Bullock rounds out the legal team as a Solicitor, ensuring comprehensive coverage across all practice areas.
O'Connor, Ruddy & Garrett Solicitors offers flexible payment arrangements including No Win No Fee services specifically for contesting wills and estate litigation matters. This payment structure ensures clients facing estate disputes have access to quality legal representation without upfront financial burden. For other legal services, the firm provides transparent fee structures and tailored payment options during initial consultations, which clients can book online through their convenient scheduling system.
O'Connor, Ruddy & Garrett Solicitors is located at 1/199 George Street, Brisbane City, Queensland 4000, positioned in the heart of Brisbane's central business district. The firm welcomes client inquiries at +61 7 3221 9722 or via email at info@orglaw.com.au. Online consultations can be scheduled through their Calendly booking system at https://calendly.com/orglawyers/30min, providing convenient access to legal services for clients throughout Queensland.
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Betty Pham was extremely professional, knowledgeable to this field, and always went the extra mile to support us in our purchase of our block of land. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking legal assistance.
Betty and her team were very professional and helpful with the process of buying our new home . Highly recommend them
Betty has been very helpful to us these past few weeks in helping us getting our first settlement as new home owners. Thank you so much for all your help! Your service is greatly appreciated!
We had a fantastic experience with the property team from ORG Solicitors. Really well delivered process with all the details explained clearly and a super smooth process. Looking forward to using Betty Pham and the rest of the team in future.
Betty has been such a huge help, going above and beyond throughout the process of trying to settle building a home. Would 10/10 recommend!
I have been using Betty Pham for over a decade. I appreciate her advice is accurate and up to date based off her vast experience and knowledge. Her exceptional command of both the English and Vietnamese language helps provide clear concise advice while guiding us through various legal processes. She has helped make several of my purchase and sale transactions proceed smoothly.
After a recommendation from our broker we connected with Lee and have been so grateful as she has been phenomenal in helping us secure our dream home. Her kindness, knowledge, diligence and expertise have been 5 stars the entire way. We are so happy we found Lee and her team. We could not have asked for a better experience or guidance. Thank you so much for all of your hard work. We really appreciate everything.
Incredibly helpful
I wholeheartedly recommend Chris, Angela and the ORG Team for management of Estate matters and special mention to Kristen, she was absolutely outstanding!. ORG offered exceptional support, compassion, and professionalism during a challenging period for my family’s estate. Their dedication and expertise were instrumental in navigating the situation. I cannot recommend them highly enough.
I’m really impressed with the experience I’ve had dealing with ORG Law. Specifically Betty Pham. She has handled several legal matters for myself and my family this year as including our estate planning and property. Always available and always quick to respond, with profession sound advice, she really reduced the stress and anxiety of our ‘life admin’. Would not hesitate to continue to seek services from Betty in the future, and would recommend her personally.
I never write reviews but I have to highlight my experience with Betty Pham. She was excellent and made the whole process of purchasing a place comfortable. She was thorough in answering my questions, flexible in her work hours to cater to my needs, supportive in decision making and punctual in every aspect. Terrific experience. 10 out of 5.
I recently had the pleasure of receiving service at O’Connor, Ruddy, and Garrett, and I must say, it was truly impeccable. From the moment I walked in, the staff was welcoming and attentive, ensuring all my needs were met. Their expertise and professionalism were evident throughout my experience, making me feel valued and supported. I would highly recommend their services to anyone seeking exceptional quality and care.
I recently had the pleasure of working with Betty Pham from O’Connor, Ruddy & Garrett Solicitors for the sale and purchase of my property. From start to finish, the service provided was exceptional. Betty demonstrated a high level of professionalism and expertise throughout the entire process. This was so important to us as buying a home is not something you do every day. Communication was clear and timely. Betty always kept me informed at every stage and was available to answer any of my questions. I would highly recommend Betty to anyone in need of a solicitor for property transactions the entire process was so easy and efficient. Thank you, Betty, for being so approachable, friendly and going above and beyond.
We have used O'Connor Ruddy and Garrett Solicitors for Estate Planning as well as a number of property matters from conveyancing, to lease review and preparation. We have found them to be responsive and attentive, happy to assist with any questions or concerns that we have. We cannot recommend Chris, Betty and the team highly enough.
I was referred to this law firm for a transfer of a business lease, and was working with Betty to complete this. Due to the urgency of this transaction, Betty was very efficient , extremely knowledgeable in the advice she was giving us, and finalised the matter for us with no complications. She was very professional, you can tell that she has many years of leasing experience under her belt. We will definitely be referring future legal matters to her and the firm.
Chris is very comprehensive, timely and knowledgable in all areas of Estate Law. Recommend highly.
So glad my husband and I went to Chris O'Connor at ORG Solicitors to get our Will's sorted. Made it so easy for us and was really professional when it came to discussing emotionally sensitive topics of who gets what. Thanks Chris! Will definitely recommend you to others.
I had the pleasure of connecting with Chris recently when I engaged him to update my wills and estate as well as my power of attorney. Chris made an otherwise painful and laborious task, painless and stress free. Especially considering that my corporate structure is very complicated. The consultation was professional and helpful and he took the time to make sure my wife fully understood all of the ins and outs to ensure that all of our wishes were honoured with regards to our estates and making sure that our assets were protected. I highly recommend connecting with Chris, he really is one of the best wills and estate lawyers in Brisbane. He will make sure your wills are accurately documented so your family can be safe in knowing that they are well looked after.
Very easy to talk to and knowledgeable on the topic. I will be using them in the future but I have the information required at this stage
Chris O'Connor and the team at ORG have provided excellent service, comprehensive advice, to my wife and I in taking care of our estate planning, including wills, enduring powers of attorney, and wishes in connection with who would look after our children if we die and so many other things we would not have thought about if not for their big picture thinking and expertise. Also, good follow up when we forgot to return some original documents, good humour and care in dealing with such sensitive issues.
Chris O'Connor of O'Connor, Ruddy & Garrett provides an excellent service.
We first reached out to Chris and he kept helping us for almost 1 month knowing we might not sign the contract as we were not in good position financially to switch solicitors but due to my previous solicitor’s incompetence I was very frustrated so i made decision to go ahead with O’ Connor solicitor. I was then introduced to Betty. It was our pleasure to work with this team. . Christopher and Betty have been an amazing support to us throughout our journey of purchasing off the plan property. We have had our fair share of ups and down and all we wanted at that time was someone who is professional, compassionate and knows what they are doing and they were absolutely amazing handling everything for me.
Betty Pham (Head of Property Services, ORG Law) was integral to the seamless purchase of our first home.
Every step of the way, Betty was prompt, reliable, and consistently delivered.
When the sellers' real estate agent ignored our request for a pre-settlement inspection, we contacted Betty. Within an hour or two, the agent had materialised with an apology and our inspection was sorted.
Betty's not only a wealth of knowledge and consummate professional, she gets results - exactly the solicitor you want on your side.
Thanks Betty, looking forward to working together again.
I recently worked with Betty from ORG Solicitors to purchase our commercial building, and cannot recommend her legal services enough. From start to finish, Betty provided exceptional support and guidance throughout the process. Every aspect of the transaction was handled with professionalism and attention to detail. Communication was excellent and Betty was also available to answer my questions, promptly responded to emails and kept me informed at every stage of the process. Furthermore, all of the necessary legal documentations were handled efficiently ensuring deadlines were met and everything went smoothly. Betty exceeded my expectations, and I would highly recommend Betty and her team at ORG Solicitors if you're in the market for property and need a trustworthy legal team.
Called these guys 3 times, As a corporate business I value time and communication above all. Chris O'connor eventually spoke with me, in which i found him deflective of the work at discussion, he asked to send him an email in which he would respond the following day. 4 days later and zero communication what is clear a lack of consideration of others affairs in my opinion. I am disgusted by this mans complacency and communication. Considering this man handles ones personal affairs I would avoid if you expect care, communication and service.
This company is one of the best I've ever been involved with. I was involved in a large and very complex will dispute in Brisbane. I was going through a difficult situation and I was helped immensely. The professionalism and quality of their work is second to none. They gave me so many great options and suggested and recommended the best way to get through all of this. I just want to thank all the staff involved in my case and I highly recommend these people if you are looking for high quality, top notch work. Thank you Chris, Angela, Tracy and Kristen. AAA+++ Job well done 🙂🙂🙂
Betty handled a property transaction for our family and was excellent. Everything was clearly set out and explained and we were advised in a timely fashion at every important step. A problem with the vendor solicitors was sorted without fuss
We bought off the plan. Despite long delays from the developer, they remained on top of it, and the entire conveyancing process was a seamless experience.
This was our first (and probably only) property we'll ever buy, so we didn't know what to do or where to start. I was recommended Betty at ORG Law and thank goodness I was. Betty was amazing - she was patient, kept us updated at every step and was quick to respond to any questions we had, no matter how silly, and most importantly, provided guidance and advice to a tricky issue that arose during negotiations, resulting in a positive outcome. Thank you, Betty! 💛
I’ve dealt with a number of solicitors and conveyancers for my property needs in the past, and I can honestly say that dealing with Betty Pham from O’Connor Ruddy & Garrett Solicitors has been the easiest and most thorough out of all my experiences. I had to deal with a couple of slightly difficult matters recently with a property purchase as well as a complicated put and call option sale. Betty clearly explained all the processes to me, and was very attentive to all the queries I had about the matter. Her manner and attention to detail were impeccable, and she was always easy to get in touch with. She was very professional yet approachable, and she managed to complete my matters with minimal disruptions and no delays. I couldn’t be happier with my experiences and outcomes, and would highly recommend her services to anyone needing property advice.
I felt at ease when I spoke with Chris O'Connor and appreciated his advice. Thank you
Chris and his team provided quick and efficient advice for my estate dispute questions. His communication was easy to understand and was also quick to reply to my queries. ORG made me feel comfortable and knew I was in safe hands.
I would like to thanks Chris and his team for considered advice about my estate litigation matter . Very experienced and great advice to get me the result I wanted. Highly recommended.
I reached out to ORG through their Website by sending a Contact Us query on the Saturday - was responded to via direct email from the Director Christopher O'Connor on the Sunday which was very much appreciated - and he promised to call back the very next day to discuss my issues which he did. Given my level of grief and not knowing what to do I needed someone to listen - Christopher was attentive and empathetic and made me feel like my individual circumstances mattered. It is reassuring to know that he is doing all possible background research to establish if there is a viable case in support of their credo "No Win, No Fee". I firmly believe Christopher has the competence and conscientiousness to pursue every possible legal avenue on my and my children's behalf. To this end he and his firm are highly recommended.
In my time of grieving Chris O'Connor was sensitive and helpful with my enquiry. He gave me good honest information and helped with what he could all I can say is Thank you
Thank you Christopher O’Connor and associates for very friendly, considerate, helpful and professional assistance sorting out my mother’s estate. Your time and work was greatly appreciated and very reasonably costed. I would highly recommend your services to friends and general public needing any of the services your firm offers. Thank you once again and Best Regards Billy.
I found the solicitor Kristen Mitchell-Scott very kind and understanding. Replied to my emails promptly and in a language I could understand. She was very thorough. I highly recommend this organisation to any person that have legal concerns regarding Last Will and Testaments of a loved one.
Very professional company in everything they have done will recommend them to anyone requiring their legal services
We highly recommend Betty Pham and her team who assisted us in both purchasing and selling a property. We were provided with plenty of guidance and information at each step, flexibility and patience as we moved settlement dates around, and they were super responsive to our questions that came up along the way. Betty, thank you for making it so smooth!!
Lee at ORG was amazing from start to finish of the transaction. She was professional, thorough, provided excellent advice and ensured everything got done within the timeframes needed. Couldn't recommend her more, we were so impressed.
My family’s experience with selling our beloved home was made incredibly easy and straight forward with the services from Betty at O’Connor Ruddy & Garrett Solicitors. Betty’s services were flawless, with second to none communication, punctual email replies and timely phone calls to advise us of events within the transaction process. I highly recommend ORG Solicitors for your conveyancing matters.
Our experience with Betty was beyond delightful. She was very precise, easy and accommodating. No question is silly, all are attended to in a timely manner. Everything was clear, if given a chance, we will surely use their services again for a smooth Transaction. Highly recommend.
Competent, affordable and diligent lawyers who have helped us with property conveying and navigating the process of aged care agreements for a relative. We have sought their advice on estate planning, a field in which they have high-level professional endorsements.
I recently was seeking assistance & guidance with my late father's estate. After placing an add up, O'Connor Ruddy & Garrett were swift to respond & reach out to contact me. I was offered a one off free first consultation where I was provided with some much needed information on what my next steps could potentially be. I'm one who has never had to seek the help from a solicitor before so it was quite nerve-wracking at first but O'Connor Ruddy & Garrett gave me that much needed reassurance that I & my case were in the right hands. Their ability to persist & not give up until my case was won was quite amazing. I was treated with kindness, understanding, reassurance & was given frequent updates on how my case was proceeding. Above all, what I loved most about my experience with this company is that I was treated like a human being & not just another case number to their filing cabinet. Thank you very much for all your help. If I ever need help in the future I know who to turn to :)
So incredibly thorough and easy to deal with. I would highly recommend O'Connor Ruddy & Garrett Solicitors.
I have had the pleasure of working with Chris O'Connor over the last 18 months on 2 separate matters. Chris and his team at ORG are highly professional, very caring, reliable and honest. Chris understands, and instantly makes you feel at ease, he listens and explains in simple terms and goes above and beyond ensuring at all times that you are kept updated of progress as it happens. I highly recommend and have referred Chris and his firm.
Our family has had a long and respected relationship with this law firm over many decades. We have valued the advice regarding commercial, property and personal requirements. At all times we have received excellent guidance and stewardship as we progressed through each process. We can not speak more highly of this firm.
Chris O'Connor's advice and service was outstanding and he was great to deal with. Very happy with the service we received and would highly recommend the firm to anyone.
Used ORG for both personal (Discretionary Trust) and business (Lease Review and Execution) requirements. The service received in both instances was very professional and timely. ORG also works with a great team internally and externally to get the right outcomes. I ended up using his recommended accounting firm for all my ongoing affairs. I would highly recommended their services.
ORG has looked after a number of matters for me over the past 5yrs. Each time I've received very diligent, timely and professional advice.
O'Connor, Ruddy & Garrett Solicitors
2/199 George St, Brisbane City QLD 4001
Brisbane City QLD
Phone
+61732219722
Website
Office Hours
Mon-Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm
By appointment available
Languages
English
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Cash, Card, EFTPOS
Payment plans available
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