Joanne Butler

Joanne Butler is a dedicated solicitor with almost 30 years of experience in legal practice, focusing exclusively on wills and estates law. Her legal journey began in 1992 when she started working alongside her father, Eric, initially as a secretary and later as a paralegal. While pursuing her Arts/Law degree at Newcastle University, Joanne honed her legal skills and was admitted as a solicitor in 2006. Joanne has devoted her career to assisting clients through the often distressing processes involved in wills and estates. Her approach is personalised, combining deep legal knowledge with a commitment to building strong relationships with clients from the outset. This commitment ensures that clients have as stress-free an experience as possible, with Joanne providing both personal and professional support throughout the legal process. Her extensive career includes founding and leading Butlers Inheritance Lawyers, a boutique practice dedicated to inheritance disputes and will contests in NSW and Queensland. Joanne has managed the entire litigation process, from client intake to Supreme Court hearings, and has been consistently recognised by Doyle's Guide to the Best Lawyers in Australia from 2018 to 2024. As an advocate for ongoing education, she regularly attends seminars and conferences in wills and estates law across NSW, Queensland, and Victoria. Joanne's expertise and experience in court processes have contributed to her reputation as a knowledgeable and reliable solicitor in her field. Her work continues to streamline processes, helping to reduce costs for clients while ensuring high-quality legal service.