While you can’t guarantee a will won’t be contested, you can reduce the risk by:
 

• Ensuring your will is clear, valid, and up to date.
• Documenting your reasons for leaving someone out.
• Getting a doctor’s statement confirming you had capacity when making your will.
• Seeking legal advice to structure your estate effectively.

Our team can help you create a legally secure estate plan.
 
You can read more frequently asked questions at our FAQ page. 

​At Arthur Browne & Associates, we provide trusted notarial services through our experienced Notary Public, Raoul Giudes. If you're dealing with international documents—whether for business, travel, education, or legal reasons—it’s important to understand the role of a Notary Public, how their work differs from that of a Justice of the Peace, and when you might also need an apostille or consular legalisation.
 
What Is a Notary Public?
A Notary Public is a senior legal practitioner authorised to witness, certify, and verify documents for international use. Their signature and official seal are recognised under international law—particularly the Hague Apostille Convention—making their certifications legally valid in many foreign jurisdictions.

Nicola comes from a family with over 40 years' experience in personal injury law. She is a North Queensland local but has also lived and worked in Brisbane and London. Nicola completed a Bachelor of Commerce in Townsville at James Cook University and a Bachelor of Laws in Brisbane at Queensland University of Technology.