Decades of Experience. Personal Advice.
Tony Kelly Lawyer is a specialist estate planning and succession law firm, led by Tony Kelly and Claire Stollery. Clients work directly with both partners to receive considered, strategic advice shaped by experience and tailored to their circumstances.
A More Considered Approach to Planning.
Estate planning is rarely straightforward. As assets grow, family structures evolve and business interests develop, planning becomes more complex. A will alone is often not enough.
Tony Kelly takes a broader, more structured approach, ensuring that all elements of a client’s affairs are aligned, including trusts, superannuation, business interests and asset protection strategies.
Experience That Shapes Better Outcomes.
Tony established the firm in 1973 and brings over five decades of experience advising on estate planning and succession matters.
His work has centred on complex estates, often involving discretionary trust structures, business interests and intergenerational planning. Over time, this has led to a refined and highly considered approach to structuring estates, particularly for clients with more sophisticated needs.
Claire works alongside Tony across all matters, contributing a contemporary perspective and recognised expertise in estate planning, probate and powers of attorney.
Together, they provide clients with balanced, practical advice.
Planning for Complex Family and Financial Situations.
Many clients come to Tony Kelly with circumstances that require careful consideration. This may include:
Blended family structures
Unequal involvement in family businesses or farms
Protecting assets from future relationship risks
Managing significant or multi-generational wealth
Balancing fairness across beneficiaries
These situations require more than standard solutions. Tony and Claire work closely with clients to understand their priorities and develop tailored strategies that provide clarity, protection and long-term certainty.
Continuity for the Future.
Tony and Claire work collaboratively across all client matters, ensuring continuity of advice and a consistent understanding of each client’s circumstances.
This provides reassurance that the relationship with the firm continues over time, even as circumstances evolve.
Clients benefit from:
- Direct access to experienced advisors
- A consistent and personal approach
- Long-term support as their situation changes
Meet Tony & Claire.
Tony Kelly
Founder / Partner
Tony was admitted to practice and established his own firm in 1973 and draws on his over fifty years of legal experience when advising clients; especially those who are in a "blended" relationship.
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Claire Stollery
Partner
Claire Stollery holds a Bachelor of Laws with Honours and a Bachelor of Arts from Monash University and a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from Leo Cussen Centre for Law.
Read More about Claire StolleryHow We Can Help You.
Estate Planning
Strategic estate planning that ensures your assets, structures and intentions are properly aligned to protect your family and future.
Wills
Carefully structured Wills designed to reflect your wishes while working alongside your broader financial and family arrangements.
Business Succession
Succession strategies that help business owners transition control and ownership while protecting the long-term value of the enterprise.
Trusts
Advice on trust structures and how they integrate with your estate plan to manage control, protection and intergenerational wealth.
