M de Mestre Lawyers

28/05/2026

Honoured to be sponsoring such an innovative, empowering and educational event alongside so many incredible organisations.

As someone who is deeply passionate about empowering and educating women especially when it comes to financial confidence and independence - This event aligns so strongly with my own values and motivation. 💕

The reality is, the world of money wasn’t designed for women.
This conference was.

Her Wealth, Her Way.
1000 women. City Recital Hall. Friday 9 October.

A huge congratulations to .money and the team at Mel Browne Money for creating something so impactful and accessible, while ensuring women can learn from industry experts in an environment built for them. 🙏🏻

It’s incredible to see Platinum, Gold and Silver sponsorships already sold out before tickets have even launched a true reflection of how important conversations around women and money are becoming.

Proud to support an event that is making financial education more accessible, creating real conversations, and helping women build confidence and wealth on their own terms. 💗

30/04/2026

We’re incredibly grateful and excited to share some amazing news ✨

Thanks to the support of our wonderful clients, friends, and colleagues, we’ve been selected as a Finalist in the 2026 Northern Beaches Local Business Awards 🏆

Your votes, encouragement, and trust in what we do mean the world to us. We wouldn’t be here without this incredible community behind us 💙

Being recognised alongside so many outstanding local businesses is truly an honour, and we’re so proud to be part of such a vibrant and supportive network.

Thank you again for believing in us!

31/03/2026

A fascinating (and often overlooked) risk in the $3.5+ trillion intergenerational wealth transfer underway in Australia: what happens when the wealth… can’t be accessed?

I recently had the opportunity to share my legal commentary with Jessica Penny in the Australian Financial Review on a growing issue, lost crypto keys and the legal blind spots they expose. 🔐

As digital assets become more embedded in portfolios, they’re also challenging some of the most fundamental assumptions in estate planning.

Unlike traditional assets, crypto doesn’t recognise:
• executors
• probate processes
• or even death itself

Access is everything and without the right planning, that wealth may be permanently lost. 🔒

This raises important questions for advisers, lawyers and families:
• Are wills and estate plans keeping pace with digital assets?
• Who actually has access to private keys?
• How do we balance security with succession?

The reality is that technology is outpacing the law, and intergenerational wealth transfer is no longer just about tax structures or family dynamics it’s about access, custody, and digital governance.

For anyone working in private wealth, this is a conversation we need to be having now not after the keys are gone.

You can read the full piece on the AFR website

29/03/2026

We’re so excited (and honestly a little proud!) to share that we’ve been nominated for the Local Small Business Awards 🏆

This recognition means the world to us, because it reflects the support, trust, and encouragement we’ve received from our amazing community every step of the way. From our wonderful clients to our supportive colleagues and friends you’re the reason we do what we do 💛

If you’ve had a great experience with us, we would be incredibly grateful for your vote by either scanning the QR code or visiting the website link. Every single vote makes a difference and helps shine a light on small businesses like ours. 🫶🏻

Thank you for being part of our journey and for supporting local. We couldn’t do this without you!⭐️

27/03/2026

Still feeling incredibly grateful for the opportunity to speak at the Disrupting Tradition Conference on Elder Law.

It was truly an honour to be invited to share my insights on the protective jurisdiction—an area of law that carries such profound responsibility and impact. Being in a room filled with passionate professionals committed to challenging norms and improving outcomes for vulnerable individuals was both inspiring and energising.

Conversations like these matter. They push us to reflect, to evolve, and to continue advocating for systems that protect dignity, autonomy, and justice.

Thank you to the organisers and everyone who attended and engaged so thoughtfully. I’m proud to be part of a community that’s not afraid to disrupt tradition in pursuit of better.

19/03/2026

New Team Member Announcement 📣

Monique Rubino– Paralegal 🌟

Monique is currently undertaking a Bachelor of Laws at Macquarie University and is a valued member of our team.

She approaches her work with enthusiasm, diligence, and a genuine commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients.

Monique’s proactive attitude and growing legal knowledge enable her to provide meaningful support across a range of matters while continuing to develop her professional skills.

13/03/2026

Still coming down from the high of this room. ✨

A room full of local professional women who genuinely want to collaborate, refer, support and educate each other.

No competition.
No gatekeeping.
Just generosity, curiosity and a shared commitment to lifting each other up.

Presenting at the Building Wealth for Women, by Women Event reminded me why I love what I do. 🫶🏻

I have the privilege of combining my worlds as an academic, teacher and lawyer educating, advocating and creating spaces where women can build knowledge, confidence and opportunity. 💫

And when women come together like this, something powerful happens.

Ideas grow.
Connections strengthen.
And everyone leaves the room better than when they arrived.

Grateful to be part of a community of women who believe in collaboration over competition.

11/03/2026

✨ In my element.

Presenting, educating & advocating for women at the Building Wealth for Women, By Women Event today was a powerful reminder of why this work matters.

When women are equipped with knowledge, confidence and the right financial strategies, it creates ripple effects not just for themselves, but for their families, businesses and communities.

It was an honour to stand alongside so many incredible women who are committed to taking control of their financial futures.

Conversations like these are exactly how we continue to close the financial confidence gap.

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to such an engaging and meaningful event.

Here’s to continuing the conversation and empowering more women to build wealth with clarity and confidence. 💫

08/03/2026

One day someone may need to make decisions for your parents.

The question is…

Will the right legal documents already be in place?

Powers of Attorney and guardianship appointments allow trusted people to step in when help is needed.

Planning ahead can prevent confusion, stress and legal complications later.

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19/02/2026

Check out our latest legal commentary in the Guardian on inheritance impatience and contested Wills

There are few parts of the law quite as fraught as succession. As the great wealth transfer gets under way, wrangling about who gets what is tearing families apart