Murdochs' business and estate planning team specialises in providing individually tailored legal and business advice on structuring, asset protection and succession planning. By working alongside your financial planner, accountant and other advisors, we ensure that you receive comprehensive advice about the protection of your wealth. Particular emphasis is given to planning for the successful transfer of assets to the next generation at the appropriate time.

Creating an effective plan for your estate is something we don't usually like to think about. Without it your assets may not be protected and it can cause a great deal of distress to family members who will already be facing emotional distress.

The business and estate planning team not only advise on estate planning but can also offer advice and guidance designed to assist you with the following:

Our People

Tom McVeigh
Managing Director

Tom is a well-respected and established law practitioner with over 24 years experience in business and estate planning. During this time he has established life long relationships with satisfied clients and other professionals.

Tom continues to expand his knowledge of business and estate planning by regularly attending educational seminars, he uses his vast awareness and experience to assist his clients through the decision making process of their legal matter.

In addition, Tom has the responsibility for the overall management of the practice in his position of managing partner. Tom has a long history with the Darling Downs region and is passionate about supporting the local community. Murdoch Lawyers endeavours to support local projects and businesses including The Empire Theatres Foundation and The Toowoomba Homeless Persons Legal Clinic.

Leanne Matthewson
Senior Associate

With more than 10 years of legal experience, Leanne has been involved in a variety of areas including all facets of business and estate planning and commercial property. This background has given Leanne the opportunity to form close relationships with accountants and financial planners to ensure that the advice she gives to clients not only addresses their business and personal needs but also complements the financial planning and tax advice her clients are receiving.

With a local rural background Leanne has developed an enthusiasm for providing "no-nonsense" and practical legal advice for primary producers and people involved in agribusiness generally. Leanne prides herself on her willingness to go "the extra mile" and enjoys working with clients to achieve their desired outcomes.

Tammy Wright
Law Clerk

Tammy has extensive experience in estate administration, implementation of Family Court Orders, Binding Financial Agreements and estate planning. Tammy will take the time to ensure you understand the process involved when dealing with the important issues with your estate.

Tammy works closely with our lawyers to support with the management and conduct of files and communicates directly with our clients on a daily basis.

Tammy has 16 years experience working in the legal industry and is a qualified Justice of the Peace.