Walker Gibbs and King

Walker Gibbs & King is a well-established legal practice serving the Snowy Monaro region since the mid-1800s, with a presence at its current Cooma location since 1962. The firm combines a personalised approach with a broad range of legal expertise, ensuring clients receive informed and reliable advice. The team is committed to handling legal matters with thoroughness and integrity from the outset. This approach is evident across their services, including estate planning and will preparation, where they draw on decades of experience to help clients avoid common disputes through careful and precise documentation. Chris Wall, Solicitor and Director, brings 43 years of experience representing executors and claimants in will-related matters, providing valuable insight into effective estate management. In deceased estate administration and dispute resolution, Walker Gibbs & King offers practical support to families navigating the complexities caused by loss. With extensive experience in managing safe custody of wills and efficiently completing estate matters, the firm is well-equipped to address any challenges that may arise. The conveyancing team, led by Anneka Ferguson, assists clients with property transactions—whether urban, rural, or large landholdings—guiding them through contracts, searches, and enquiries to protect their interests and ensure smooth completions. For commercial clients, the firm provides guidance in contract negotiation, dispute resolution, and litigation, leveraging both legal acumen and business understanding to help clients make sound decisions and avoid costly conflicts. In criminal law and traffic offences, Chris Wall offers expert advice informed by over 25 years of practice and mediation experience. The firm aims to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients facing charges or disputes, often acting as mediators themselves to find constructive resolutions. Family law matters are managed with careful attention to documentation and negotiation, enabling efficient resolution of property divisions and settlements. The team’s experience ensures clients’ interests are safeguarded throughout potentially difficult proceedings. Walker Gibbs & King also provides property law advice, including matters involving tax implications, easements, access rights, and disputes concerning Crown reserves or water licences. They offer home and hospital visits to accommodate clients unable to attend the office. Clients can expect a service grounded in honesty, experience, and ability, with the firm’s dedicated team committed to delivering personalised legal solutions tailored to each individual’s circumstances.