Sydney’s Trusted Wills & Estates Specialists
Friendly, efficient and cost effective solutions for all your Inheritance needs.
Sydney’s Trusted Wills & Estates Specialists
Friendly, efficient and cost effective solutions for all your Inheritance needs.
A boutique Sydney firm specialising in wills, estates and inheritance.
Estate matters are deeply personal. They're about family, legacy and peace of mind — not just paperwork.
Led by Principal George Paltos, our Bondi Junction team specialises in wills, estates and inheritance law, and also assists clients with family and contract law matters. We take the time to understand your situation before recommending a path forward — whether you're drafting your first will, applying for probate, or contesting an unfair inheritance.
Why Sydney families choose Simons George Legal
When you're dealing with a deceased estate, a contested will, or planning for your family's future, you need a Sydney wills lawyer who treats your matter with care.
We are a boutique Wills & Estates practice based in Bondi Junction, serving clients across the Eastern Suburbs, Sydney CBD, the North Shore, and regional NSW. Every matter is partner-led by George Paltos, who is an expert in his field — with extensive experience in wills, estates, probate and inheritance disputes across Australia.
Our clients come to us because they want straight answers, fixed-fee certainty where possible, and a lawyer who picks up the phone. Whether you need to make a Will, apply for Probate, contest a Will, or defend an estate, we will tell you exactly where you stand — and what it will cost — from the first meeting.
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No Win, No Fee — Available for Eligible Contested Estates
If you're considering an inheritance dispute or family provision claim in NSW, we offer No Win, No Fee arrangements for eligible contested estates — so cost doesn't stand between you and getting fair advice.
About No Win, No Fee: Available for eligible inheritance disputes and family provision claims, subject to assessment of the merits of your claim. Disbursements (such as court filing fees and barrister's fees) may still be payable. Your fee arrangement will be confirmed in a written costs agreement before any work begins, in accordance with the Legal Profession Uniform Law (NSW).
Areas we specialise in.
More than just headings — what we actually do, who we help, and why it matters.
Wills & Estates
Wills, probate, estate administration and inheritance disputes — handled with care from start to finish.
Sub-areas we handle
- Making & amending a will
- Probate & estate administration
- Estate litigation
- Family provisions claims
- Contesting or challenging a will
- Defending an estate
- Beneficiaries with special needs
- No will — intestacy
- Protective matters
Family Law
Separation, divorce, property settlements, parenting arrangements and binding financial agreements — practical, fair outcomes without inflaming conflict.
Explore Family LawContract Law
Clear advice on the contracts that shape your business and personal life — from commercial agreements to aged care.
Sub-areas we handle
Explore Contract LawClear advice, transparent fees, no surprises
From your first call through to resolution, we keep things simple, transparent and tailored to your family — so you always know exactly where you stand.
Initial consultation & transparent quote
Meet with George Paltos, our Specialist, to talk through your situation. We offer fixed fees wherever possible — and where a matter is too complex to fix a price (such as contested estate litigation), we'll explain why upfront and agree on a clear fee structure with you before any work begins.
Resolution
We handle the legal work end-to-end — drafting documents, lodging applications, negotiating with other parties or appearing in court if needed — and keep you updated in plain English at every stage.
What our clients say about us.
Real reviews from clients we've helped through wills, estates and inheritance matters.
I just wanted clear, non-complicated information and help with my inheritance matter — and that's what I got. I highly recommend.
I'm over 70 years old and appreciated George's straight talk. He did a fantastic job on my Will — I would recommend his expertise to anyone.
Very professional service from the Estates team. All my issues were resolved stress-free.
Trusted Wills & Estates Lawyer
George Paltos
Principal Lawyer
Meet George, our Senior Wills & Estates Lawyer with extensive expertise in Inheritance Law. George excels in crafting intricate Wills, handling Estate litigation, managing Family Provision Claims, and mediating Estate disputes.
His background includes consulting with top Estates Barristers in Sydney and regional New South Wales. George lectures Succession Law at the University of Sydney's Law Extension Committee, and educates fellow lawyers at the College of Law NSW on both simple and complex Wills.
His courtroom experience, including cases in the High Court of Australia and the Supreme Court of NSW, equips him with valuable insights and effective strategies for resolving complex Estate matters.
- Wills & Estates Specialist
- Lecturer, University of Sydney LEC
- Educator, College of Law NSW
- High Court & Supreme Court of NSW experience