Wills + Estates team recognised as leading succession planning and litigation lawyers

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 Litigationand Wills, Estates & Succession Planning lawyer. Ashleigh was first recognised by Doyle’s Guide in 2017, marking her ninth consecutive year in the peer-nominated guide.

Both Cathy Piccolo and Vicky Martin have been listed as Recommended Wills & Estates Litigation

Ashleigh’s 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 the Wills + Estates team 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 15 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 and to act as Litigation Guardian to represent the interests of persons who are incapacitated or 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 advises 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.