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Leading probate lawyers. Gentle guidance. Clear answers.

We specialise in probate and estate administration – it’s what we do, and we’ve been doing it for over 40 years. You’re in experienced hands. 

Losing someone you love is hard enough – dealing with legal paperwork and timelines shouldn’t add to your stress. At Perth Probate Centre, we step in where you need us: handling the details, explaining the process, and easing the load. Whether you want full support or just help with the tricky parts, we’ll guide you with care.

With our help, you can finalise the estate efficiently and with little stress. 

our purpose
We exist to help people simplify and solve legal problems.

Perth Probate Centre is a dedicated service of lawyers from Curae Law. We solve legal problems with clarity, care and confidence.

Whether it’s planning for the future or navigating everyday legal matters, we offer expert guidance, clear communication, and fixed pricing so you can move forward with confidence and peace of mind.

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Meet our team

We specialise in probate and estate administration – it’s what we do, and we’ve been doing it for over 40 years. You’re in experienced hands.

Michael Hodgkins
Legal Practitioner Director
Michael is an experienced succession and property lawyer and has served the Western Australian community as a legal practitioner for over 27 years at Curae Law.  Michael has represented clients, both in and out of court, in matters spanning……
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Nigel Siegwart
Legal Practitioner Director
Nigel leads the firm’s litigation and dispute resolution team and has experience in a wide variety of litigation matters including deceased estate litigation, family provision claims, contractual and construction disputes, trust and property matters. Nigel has an instinctive ability……
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Lucy Dickens
Legal Practitioner Director
Lucy leads our non-contentious Wills and estates team, delivering clear, compassionate, and practical advice on succession planning and estate administration. Her approach combines legal expertise with a passion for innovation, making complex processes simple and accessible for our clients…….
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Sean McMurdo
Lawyer
Sean is a dedicated lawyer within the wills and probate team, specialising in guiding individuals through the intricacies of legal matters such as wills, powers of attorney, and powers of guardianship. In the realm of estate planning, Sean offers……
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Testimonials

What our clients say

Thank you for your efforts in bringing this to a successful conclusion. Much appreciated.
Mr P – Deceased Estate Dispute
February 9, 2026
Thank you so much your hard work and support. Your expertise and thorough organisational skills were no doubt responsible for achieving the best possible outcome. It is sincerely appreciated.
Ms A – Deceased Estate Dispute
January 29, 2026
Thankyou so much for your brilliant work in securing what is just and fair for everyone.
Ms J - Disputed Estate Client
January 22, 2026
Good morning Chris and Lucy. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for all the work you have put in in helping me with finalising my late mother’s estate.  Your understanding and professionalism has been of great assistance during this difficult time. I will have absolutely no hesitation in recommending your services to friends and colleagues.
Ms M. - Perth Probate Centre Client
January 14, 2026
I would like to thank you and your staff for the very professional services that you have provided.   I will be in touch in the future if I need further assistance.
Perth Probate Centre Client
January 7, 2026
Thanks so much for the very efficient service you gave us.  You made the whole process much easier for us.
Mr L – Estate Disputes Client
December 18, 2025