Thynne + Macartney is delighted to share that our Wills + Estates team, led by Partner Ashleigh Poole, and supported by Special Counsels Cathy Piccolo and Vicky Martin, has again been recognised by Doyle’s Guide for their expertise as a Leading Wills & Estates Litigation Law Firm and Leading Wills, Estates & Succession Planning Law Firm in Queensland.
In this year’s rankings, Ashleigh has been recognised as a Leading Wills & Estates Litigation Lawyer and a Recommended Wills, Estates & Succession Planning Lawyer. Ashleigh was first recognised by Doyle’s Guide in 2017, marking her eighth consecutive year in the peer-nominated Guide.
Vicky Martin has been listed for the first time as a Recommended Wills & Estates Litigation Lawyer. This follows her promotion to Special Counsel in July this year. She was listed as a Rising Star in Doyle’s Guide Wills, Estates & Succession Planning Law in 2021.
Having led the Wills + Estates group as partner for half a decade, Ashleigh’s all-women team of highly capable lawyers and legal professionals assist clients with the full suite of estate planning, administration and litigation matters. With over 50+ years combined experience, the team’s dedication and commitment to securing the best results for their clients is reflected in their re-listing as a Leading Wills & Estates Litigation Law Firm and Leading Wills, Estates & Succession Planning Law Firm in Queensland.
Thynne + Macartney is proud to congratulate Ashleigh, Vicky and Cathy on their continued recognition.
About Ashleigh Poole
Ashleigh is a QLS Accredited Specialist in Succession Law and leads Thynne + Macartney’s Wills + Estates team as Partner. With over 14 years’ experience in estate litigation, estate planning and estate administration, Ashleigh helps her clients achieve their objectives in an efficient and cost-effective way. Empathetic to her clients’ individual situations, she provides practical, commercial advice and helps her clients navigate what can often be a very challenging time in their lives. Ashleigh is regularly approached for appointment as an Independent Administrator for complex or contested estates, or to act as Litigation Guardian to represent the interests of persons who are incapacitated or are under 18 years of age.
About Cathy Piccolo
Cathy has extensive experience in the areas of estate planning, administration and litigation, and her 30+ years as a lawyer help her prepare for all eventuating circumstances. When things do not go to plan, Cathy quickly assists clients to make a claim pursuant to family provision applications, as well as defending claims against estates. She also understands the impact unintended consequences can have on individuals and families when the intentions of the deceased are unclear or inadequate.
About Vicky Martin
With over 30 years’ experience working in the legal industry, Vicky brings a depth of knowledge and a range of skills to the Wills + Estates Team. She works closely with executors and beneficiaries to navigate simple and complex estate administrations and advise trustees on establishing and administering various trusts, including special disability and charitable trusts. Vicky also guides clients through the complexities of estate litigation, including advising on family provision applications, challenges to the validity of a Will and other claims and disputes relating to Wills and deceased estates.
