Expert legal advice and guidance you can rely on when you need it most.
Tonkin Legal Group is a leading law firm in Melbourne's north eastern suburbs. You can rely on our expert legal advice to protect your best interests and those of your family.
Formerly known as David Stagg Tonkin & Company Solicitors, we have been serving the local community for more than 50 years.
Family & Relationships
Expert legal advice you can rely on to help you successfully navigate marriage, separation and divorce and deal with domestic violence.
Visit Family & RelationshipsWills & Estate Planning
Legal advice you can rely on to plan your inheritance and guide you through the legal process when someone dies.
Visit Wills & Estate PlanningProperty & Conveyancing
Legal advice and conveyancing services you can rely on when buying, selling, leasing or developing property in the north eastern suburbs of Melbourne.
Visit Property & ConveyancingUseful Resources
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A Guide to Testamentary Trust
Testamentary Trusts are drafted in Wills to provide taxation advantages and asset protection. This guide provides you with an outline of why. -
A Helpful Guide to Successfully Navigating Separation and Divorce
Our free guide to help you successfully navigate separation and divorce. Essential reading for anyone thinking about or currently negotiating separation.
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Just wanted to say big thank for everything over the last few months. Your support has been fantastic, I’ve felt heard and respected through the entire process. So relieved to finally be able to close that chapter.
BriannaThornbury -
Thank you for all your help with everything, Ruby. You have been wonderful and have made the process of dealing with the estate and my will so much easier.”
DebbieDoreen -
Ruby was fantastic, she made the whole process easy with no stress."
RonViewbank -
Thank you Ruby, it was great having your assistance and planning and efficient service. We are glad that you are such a happy person to work with.”
Eng Seng & Chee WahDoncaster East -
I was referred to Tonkin Legal by three family members who have had positive experiences. I also had a positive experience. My initial inquiry was responded to within an hour and the response was very thorough. Both team members who assisted with my file were professional and engaging, answering all of my questions and proactively progressing with the file. I will be recommending Tonkin legal to my family and friends.”
MelissaDiamond Creek -
Great timely service and everything explained clearly.”
SaraDoreen -
Shelley was very easy to deal with, and always had the answer for any questions or queries we had.
Daniel & KieraWhittlesea -
Ruby was courteous and professional during the entire will process. Ruby took the time to understand our life situation and have a few laughs during the process. We thoroughly enjoyed Ruby’s approach of being professional but not stale and dull.
Grant & RobynMaribyrnong -
Everything gets sorted so quickly and everyone is so friendly.”
PaulineToorak -
Cassandra [has a] thorough understanding and knowledge of family law and due process. Very professional approach when dealing with both myself and other party's legal representative. Very ethical. Responsive to queries and attention to detail. Good communication and outlining recommendations on courses of action and what is a "reasonable" outcome given the circumstances.
GeoffGlen Iris -
This matter was handled in a very professional and friendly manner. We were made to feel very comfortable and confident in all of our dealings with Ruby. Everything was explained fully and she kept in contact with us through the whole process. Thank you, Ruby, for your time, advice and patience.
Heather and KenDoreen -
Fast, efficient and great service. Excellent communication from Ruby."
MarionEchuca -
Everything was done efficiently. Staff were all very friendly and helpful.
KerriMontmorency -
You’re wonderful Ruby, thank you so much for all your help, you have been a bright star since you have intervened.
PhilipBundoora -
Suzanna was extremely helpful and patient under difficult circumstances.
LeighLower Plenty -
Thanks Charlie. Your friendly manner, responsiveness and professionalism was much appreciated.
RoseRosanna -
“I was most impressed with the great support I received from Cassandra and the professionalism I received when I contacted this law firm.”
CharlotteRosanna -
“Thank you again for your very compassionate and professional handling of the signing. It's not easy by any means but you are making it so much better for us.”
NoahWatsonia -
“Cassandra, thanks for all your help. With your precious help, I became a stronger woman. I can see a bright future in front of me.”
MiaEltham -
“Thank you St John for your great work and professionalism in finalising my divorce. It was great and after so many years it has taken to get to this place, it is still quite unbelievable that it has now been finished.”
AvaHeidelberg -
“I wish to thank Cassandra, Richard and Martha for all your hard work over the two years that I used your firm's services. The amount of time and effort that you all put into my file was very much appreciated and valued by myself and my family. Thank you once again for all your hard work.”
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