Sam Frey

Sam Frey


KCL Law

Recognized since 2026

Melbourne, Australia

Practice Areas

Trusts and Estates

Wealth Management / Succession Planning Practice

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Sam heads KCL Law’s Estate Group and practises in estate planning, estate administration, trusts, asset protection and estate disputes.With over 28 years of experience, Sam has provided tailored estate planning solutions to clients from diverse backgrounds, circumstances and complexities, including many of Australia’s wealthiest individuals.Recognising the challenges faced when a family member has died, Sam has established a dedicated estate administration practice to guide clients through this difficult period with sensitivity and efficiency.In addition, Sam has extensive experience representing clients in estate and trust litigation, working collaboratively to help them navigate complex disputes and achieve their desired outcomes.Sam’s expertise lies in his ability to combine deep legal knowledge with a strategic approach, ensuring clients receive clear, practical advice to achieve their goals.

Areas of practice

Estate planning

  • Wills
  • Testamentary trusts
  • Buy / sell agreements
  • Powers of Attorney
  • Protecting assets from divorce
  • Superannuation and death
  • Trust variations and appointments
  • International wills
  • Business succession
  • Asset protection

Trusts

  • Establishment of all types
  • Variations and appointments
  • Advice
  • Disputes

Probate and estate administration

  • Disputes with executors
  • Deceased estates
  • Probate applications
  • Letters of administration and application
  • Estate administration

Estate disputes and litigation

  • TFM applications
  • Supreme Court disputes
  • Guardianship and administration

Contact & Links
Location
  • Level 4, 555 Lonsdale Street
    Melbourne VIC 3000
    Australia

KCL Law
Melbourne, Australia

1 The Best Lawyers in Australia award

1 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Australia award

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Recognized in The Best Lawyers in Australia 2026 for work in:
  • Wealth Management / Succession Planning Practice
  • Trusts and Estates
Awards:
  • Australasian Law Awards 2021Law Firm Leader of the Year (≤200 employees)

  • Doyle’s Guide – Recommended Wills & Estates Litigation Lawyer — Victoria (2015–2019)

  • Doyle’s Guide – Leading Wills, Estates & Succession Planning Lawyer — Victoria (2017–2024)

Additional Areas of Practice:
  • Superannuation Law

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