Malcolm Burrell

Malcolm Burrell, principal of M G Burrell Wills & Probate, has been delivering exemplary legal services for almost 40 years. His diverse clientele includes individuals, clients from other legal practices, accounting firms, financial advisors, and trustee companies. Malcolm's extensive experience encompasses wills and estate planning, including the drafting of intricate wills featuring testamentary discretionary trusts. He is proficient in deceased estate litigation, managing challenges to wills, powers of attorney, including enduring financial, general, and corporate matters, and the appointment of medical decision-makers. Malcolm expertly handles deceased estate administration, obtaining grants of probate and other necessary legal grants, and provides comprehensive advice on trust-related issues. He holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Jurisprudence from Monash University, along with a Master's degree in law from the London School of Economics and Political Science. Malcolm's legal career has seen him serving at notable firms across country Victoria and metropolitan Melbourne, strengthening his courtroom experience across related legal disciplines. Currently, in his role at M G Burrell Wills & Probate, Malcolm focuses on wills, estate planning, deceased estate litigation, including grants of probate, and trusts. His prior experience includes serving as a senior solicitor at Oakley Thompson & Co, where he exclusively practised in wills and estate planning, probate, succession law, and trust law. His skills in complex will drafting and estate litigation, including Part IV Family Maintenance Claims, are well recognised. Malcolm’s early career as a solicitor began at Donovan & Howard, where he engaged in general legal work, criminal law, family law, civil litigation, and contract law, before specialising in wills and probate. His initial experiences included a position with Warren Graham and Murphy, further building his foundation in legal practice. Malcolm's legal expertise is supported by his academic background and his dedication to providing quality legal services throughout his distinguished career.