Cottier Stenning Lawyers

Cottier Stenning Lawyers is a progressive law firm based in Frankston, Victoria, offering cost-effective legal solutions with a focus on making processes straightforward and stress-free. With over 30 years of experience in general practice, especially in personal injuries, the firm provides services in family law, wills and estates, conveyancing, business law, criminal matters, civil litigation, and estate planning. Led by Philip C. Cottier, the firm is dedicated to personalised service, client satisfaction, and effective results. The team assists with a wide range of legal needs, from negotiating settlements and mediating disputes to court advocacy and estate administration. Clients benefit from drafting complex wills, probate applications, property transactions, business sales, debt recovery, and handling compensation claims, often under No Win, No Fee arrangements. Cottier Stenning Lawyers provide comprehensive support in estate planning and administration, ensuring your wishes are honoured. Whether you’re drafting a simple will or setting up a testamentary trust, the firm guarantees meticulous care with every detail. They also offer guidance on challenging wills and managing estates. In business law, the firm excels at simplifying legal processes, assisting clients with contract disputes, business transactions, partnership issues, debt collection, and insolvency. Philip’s expertise helps clients understand their obligations, empowering informed decisions for business success. For land transfers and conveyancing, the firm has extensive experience in residential property transactions, leasing, and preparing documents for property settlements. Their criminal law division offers robust defence and practical advice for matters in the Magistrates Court, whether involving traffic offences, summary matters, or serious indictable charges. The team at Cottier Stenning Lawyers also provides valuable assistance with Powers of Attorney, ensuring clients can manage affairs efficiently, and offers expert advice in dealing with police matters, guiding clients through interviews and court proceedings with confidence and expertise.