Our Firm

 

Wallace Wilkinson & Webster is a leading Hobart-based legal practice providing specialist services in all areas of the law.

From individuals and small business to some of Australia’s largest public companies, our clients include families, local businesses, banks and credit unions, trade unions, community organisations and insurance companies.

Because our people are all highly skilled and qualified, we always give you personal and efficient legal advice.

When you engage us, we will always:

  • communicate clearly and promptly with you
  • listen to your instructions and keep you informed at all times
  • make sure that you completely understand our advice
  • focus on your needs, attend to all reasonable lawful requests, and maintain and defend your rights
  • be trustworthy, fair and honest
  • maintain your confidentiality at all times.

At Wallace Wilkinson & Webster we aim to be an active member of the community we operate in. First and foremost, we value the people we represent.

About Wallace Wilkinson & Webster

Founded in 1976

16 people in their team


Practice areas
Family
Business
Real Estate
Elder Law
Lawsuits & Disputes
Employment & Labor
Immigration

Languages spoken
English

Social media

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Practice areas

Family

Family and Relationships

 

Wallace Wilkinson & Webster specialises in all family law issues including matters relating to matrimonial property, parenting and significant relationship matters.

Our expert lawyers can conduct informal negotiations and mediation to assist you in working towards a practical resolution, and we can represent you in Court if required.

If separation is to occur, it is important to understand your entitlements and options – with our extensive experience we can advise, represent and assist you to achieve practical, positive and sensible solutions in family law areas such as property settlements, parenting issues and child support agreements.

Adoption
Child Abuse
Child Custody
Child Support
Child Visitation
Divorce & Separation
Marriage
Same Sex & LGBT

Business

Business and Commercial Law

 

Our lawyers are experienced in the provision of strategic legal advice for businesses and commercial enterprises of all types. We regularly act for a range of commercial and corporate clients, ranging from small start up businesses to multinationals.

 

Whether you are running a small to medium local business, are in the process of buying or selling your business, or require legal advice relating to the negotiation and execution of a business contract, our lawyers are able to provide tailored advice designed to fit your particular business circumstances.

We have particular experience in the sale, purchase of businesses and set up.

Some other examples of our commercial and business law expertise includes representing clients in the following matters:

  • negotiation of commercial leases
  • the creation of corporate entities
  • partnership and shareholder disputes
  • drafting and negotiation of intellectual property licenses
  • providing regulatory advice on government red tape
  • providing assistance in the termination of supply contracts
  • advising on exclusive distribution arrangements
  • advising on directors’ duties
  • representing clients involved in mergers and acquisitions
  • providing advice and assistance in the development of complex shareholder agreements
  • drafting telecommunications services agreements for a range of services
  • representing both suppliers and customers of technology services

Our lawyers are ready to provide strategic legal advice on your business circumstances.

Business Registration
Contract
Franchising
Investment
Legal Document
Merger & Acquisition
New Business Formation

Real Estate

Conveyancing and Property

Wallace Wilkinson & Webster has a team of expert property lawyers devoted to the management of commercial leases, retail leases, conveyancing, subdivision & property development, and all other property related transactions.

 

Our solicitors assist clients who wish to buy, sell, lease, or otherwise deal with residential or commercial property. Property transactions can be fraught with risk and by utilizing these services of a conveyancing & property solicitor it is possible to minimize that risk. From preparation of leases, to contracts of sale of land, mortgages, caveats and other related property transactions, our solicitors will provide you with the services that are required to negotiate your property transaction effectively.

Whether you are buying or selling your property, you should always consult with your solicitor prior to signing a Contract, whether or not the contract has been prepared by other solicitors or by a Real Estate Agent.

We will ensure the Contract protects your best interests and will advise if any amendments should be made to the Contract prior to signing to avoid any future disputes.

Please phone us to obtain a direct quote from one of our Property Solicitors.

For after hours enquires, contact our Property Law Partner Will Justo on 0418 567 301.

Commercial Real Estate
Foreclosure
Housing, Construction & Development
Mortgage
Landlord & Tenant

Elder Law

Wills, Probate and Estate Planning

 

There is no escaping death. Take the time now to make an effective estate plan to protect your loved ones from extra stress and unnecessary financial loss.

Our lawyers regularly prepare wills (including testamentary trust wills), superannuation binding death nominations, enduring powers of attorney, enduring guardianship, and advanced care directives.

Our lawyers are also regularly engaged to assist in resolving legal disputes involving validity of Wills and obtaining provisions from a family estate for those not adequately provided for.

Whether you need assistance for your own affairs or as an Executor applying for Probate or general advice we understand that dealing with a deceased estate can be difficult.

We can help:

  • Interpret the Will
  • Advise executors & trustees of their duties and rights
  • Help identify assets and liabilities of the estate
  • Prepare applications for Probate or Letters of Administration
  • Advising in relation to potential claims against the estate
  • Provide advice in relation to underage beneficiaries
  • Paying beneficiaries their entitlements
  • Consider general tax consequences
  • Setting up and administering trusts
  • Advice and represent on challenging validity of Wills and seeking further provision from a deceased family member’s estate.

Let our experienced team guide you through the complexities of estate planning and administration with compassion and understanding.

Estate Planning
Probate
Trusts
Will & Testament

Lawsuits & Disputes

Legal Disputes

 

We advise and represent clients involving a variety of legal disputes.
Our lawyers represent businesses and individuals in all aspects of disputes, from taking steps to avoid court proceedings to seeking a remedy or defending a claim through the courts.
We are well-equipped to handle litigation of any size or complexity and we are committed to the delivery of fast, cost effective and just resolutions.
Our lawyers have wide experience and expertise in handling complex matters in areas including:

 

  • personal injury
  • workers compensation
  • insurance
  • corporate law
  • property law
  • commercial leases and contracts
  • wills and estates
  • employment disputes
  • medical negligence
  • medical defence litigation

We also provide legal support for local government organisations.
Contact us today to discuss how we can help you.

Litigation

Employment & Labor

Employment and Workplace Law

 

As an employee, your job is one of the most important aspects of your financial security. As an employer, your employees are critical to your success.
Our lawyers provide advice and representation in relation to all employment and workplace matters. We can help you with issues including:

 

  • Termination of employment
  • Workplace injuries and workers compensation
  • Workplace accidents and workplace health and safety (including COVID-19)
  • Adverse action
  • Dispute resolution and negotiation
  • Discrimination
  • Bullying and harassment
  • Performance management
  • General employment advice
  • Employee entitlements including redundancy, long service leave and Award entitlements
  • Contracts and restraint of trade provisions
  • Subcontractors

Our team is experienced in representing employers, employees, unions and insurers in the Tasmanian Supreme and Magistrates Courts, Federal Court and Federal Circuit Court, the Fair Work Commission and other States State and Federal Tribunals.
Contact us today to discuss how we can help you.

Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Sexual Harassment
Wrongful Termination

Immigration

Migration and Citizenship

Wallace Wilkinson and Webster has a team of expert Lawyers devoted to all aspects of migration and citizenship law, including obtaining skilled work, business and partner visas.  We also are able to advise on all issues relating to permanent residency, appeals and citizenship.

Migration law is a complex and specialist area which can only be successfully navigated by experts.

Please contact one of our Migration and Citizenship Lawyers, Eugene Alexander or Deidre Tan for all enquiries.

Business Visa
Citizenship
Dependent Visa
Permanent Residency
Retirement Visa
Work Permit
Asylum

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