Kate Moss is a distinguished probate lawyer at Director level, leading our probate practice area. Specialising in trusts and estates, tax, and superannuation law, Kate is particularly adept at managing complex and contentious post-death matters, offering vital guidance to Executors. Known as one of Tasmania's most experienced probate lawyers, she expertly aids Executors in administering both standard and high net worth estates, including those with international elements. In contentious scenarios, Kate's profound understanding of the intricate practical and legal aspects enables her to strategically address considerations such as duty and taxation during negotiations. Her comprehensive approach facilitates the efficient resolution of disputes, ensuring that estates are administered swiftly for the benefit of beneficiaries. Kate's educational background is robust, with qualifications including a Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Laws from the University of Tasmania, alongside a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice. She has further enhanced her expertise through studies at the Taxation Institute of Australia. Appointed as a Notary Public by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Tasmania on 16 October 2017, Kate is authorised to prepare, certify, and authenticate documents for international use. As a member of the Law Society of Tasmania and a Full Member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), she contributes as the Tasmanian Representative Observer on the Board of STEP Australia. Her notable achievements have been consistently recognised by Doyle’s Guide, listing her as a leading Tasmanian estate litigation lawyer from 2020 through 2024, highlighting her proficiency in wills and estates litigation, disputes, and contested matters.
Director
WMM Law
Jun 2021 - Present • 5 years 5 months
Director
Worrall Moss Martin Lawyers
Jun 2018 - Jun 2021 • 3 years
Director
Worrall Lawyers
Mar 2018 - May 2018 • 2 months
Notary Public
WMM Law
Sep 2017 - Present • 9 years 2 months
Senior Associate
Worrall Lawyers
Apr 2008 - Feb 2018 • 9 years 10 months
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice
University of Tasmania
2007
Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Laws
University of Tasmania
2002 - 2006
Preeminent Lawyer Estates Litigation
Doyle's Guide
Leading Lawyer Estates Litigation
Doyle's Guide
Market Leader Estates Litigation
Doyle's Guide
Leading Lawyer Estates Litigation
Doyle's Guide
Last checked: 15 Dec 2024 • Checked with The Law Society of Tasmania
