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Sydney North Shore lawyers specialising in...

  • Commercial & Business Law

  • Family Law & De Facto Relationships

  • Litigation & Dispute Resolution

  • Property Law & Conveyancing

  • Wills & Estate Planning

  • Estate Disputes

  • Probate & Deceased Estates

  Recent Blogs

  • Can a Video Be a Will?

    Can a Video Be a Will?

    29 JANUARY 2026

    In New South Wales, a Will usually has to follow rules to be valid. In most cases, a valid Will must be in writing, be signed by the person making the Will, be signed by two witnesses who are present at the same time, and be signed by the witnesses. However, the Court understand that sometimes people clearly express their final wishes without following these technical rules. To avoid unfair results, the Court can accept an informal Will in certain situations. The Supreme Court of NSW recently considered whether a video recording could be an informal Will. Read more

  • Stepmother Mortgages Family Home Left for Sons

    Stepmother Mortgages Family Home Left for Sons

    15 SEPTEMBER 2025

    Jim Thynne died in 2011, survived by his wife Victoria and sons Harry (from a previous marriage) and Patrick. In Jim's will, Victoria was left the family home valued $4 million. This was under the condition that Victoria would leave the family home to Patrick and Harry equally when she died. In 2020, Victoria took out a mortgage over the family home. She used that money to keep the family farm running and to buy another property. Read more

  • The Importance of Employment Contracts for Employers

    The Importance of Employment Contracts for Employers

    02 SEPTEMBER 2025

    At Fox & Staniland Lawyers, we regularly advise employers on how comprehensive employment contracts can serve as a crucial risk management tool. Here's why they are so important. Read more

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Fox & Staniland Lawyers present free seminars in various locations on the North Shore of Sydney. Each seminar runs for approximately one hour and covers a range of issues. Call us now to reserve your place on (02) 9440 1202 or email us at lawyers@foxstaniland.com.au to let us know which seminar you'd like to attend and how many people will be attending with you, so we can reserve a place for you. We look forward to seeing you there!

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 Our People

Our lawyers are specialists in the areas of law in which they practice. We have accredited specialists in Family Law and Property Law. Our lawyers are committed to achieving the best outcomes for our clients. Although we make every effort to settle disputes outside of Court, we frequently appear in Court and can guide you through the litigation process with honesty and sound advice.

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 Our Firm

For over 45 years Fox & Staniland Lawyers have been delivering preeminent legal services to Sydney’s North Shore. We have grown to become a trusted Sydney city alternative with one of the largest practices north of Chatswood.

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Fox & Staniland

P: (02) 9440 1202
E: lawyers@foxstaniland.com.au

Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation.

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Gordon NSW 2072

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  • Home
  • About
    • Community Support
    • Testimonials
    • Law Australasia
    • Other Useful Websites
  • Our People
    • Property Law & Conveyancing Team
    • Litigation & Dispute Resolution Team
    • Commercial & Business Law Team
    • Family Law Team
    • Estate Planning & Probate Team
  • Our Expertise
    • Commercial & Business Law
    • Family Law & De Facto Relationships
    • Litigation & Dispute Resolution
    • Property Law & Conveyancing
    • Estate Disputes
    • Wills & Estate Planning
    • Probate & Deceased Estates
  • Free Seminars
    • Will Challenge
    • Prenup and Financial Agreements
  • Blog
  • Contact
  • Payments
  • Careers
    • Senior Litigation Lawyer – Estate Disputes Focus
  • (02) 9440 1202