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Kylie Sharp
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With over 15 years of experience in the legal profession, Kylie Sharp is a Principal Lawyer at Hicks Oakley Chessell Williams specialising in Wills & Estates and complex Estate Litigation. Kylie provides comprehensive legal support across the full spectrum of wills & estates, with a particular focus on estate litigation, and dispute resolution.
Based across our Melbourne and Mount Waverley offices, she advises individuals and families on protecting their assets and navigating the complexities of contested estates.
Since being appointed a Principal Lawyer, Kylie has established a reputation for her strategic approach to Part IV claims, challenges to wills, and trust disputes. She balances a deep understanding of estate law with a pragmatic focus on achieving resolutions that minimise conflict and protect her clients' interests.
In addition to her litigation practice, Kylie assists clients with thorough estate planning, including the preparation of complex wills and powers of attorney. Her dual expertise in both planning and disputes allows her to identify potential risks early, ensuring that her clients’ long-term wishes are legally secured and future conflicts are minimised.
Kylie can assist with all aspects of wills and estates, including:
Family provision claims, applications to remove executors, challenges to will validity, statutory will applications and applications for judicial advice on estate administration
VCAT guardianship and administration applications, and disputes involving powers of attorney, including alleged misappropriation of funds under a power of attorney
Obtaining grants of representation (probate and letters of administration), estate administration and ongoing advice for executors and beneficiaries
Preparing wills and powers of attorney, advising to minimise the risk of claims against estates and providing estate planning advice for complex family arrangements and elder law issues
About Kylie
During her spare time, Kylie enjoys spending time with her young family and friends. She is also passionate about travelling and experiencing different cultures.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Laws - La Trobe University
Bachelor of Media - La Trobe University
Admissions
Supreme Court of Victoria
High Court of Victoria
Memberships and Committees
Law Institute of Victoria Elder Law Committee
Resources
Our Wills & Estates team has prepared a series of practical FAQs on wills, estate planning, probate, VCAT administration, guardianship and elder law, which are available on our Wills & Estates page. These FAQs explain common issues that arise in planning for the future and administering estates, and outline the key steps involved in putting effective arrangements in place and resolving estate-related issues.