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James Thomson - BURGESS THOMSON
James Thomson - BURGESS THOMSON
James Thomson - BURGESS THOMSON
7+ YEARS IN TBR
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JAMES THOMSON

(4.8 Score)
BURGESS THOMSON 1 Newcomen Street,
Newcastle NSW 2300 Directions

Since 2000

Specialty:

✓ Wills and Estate Planning ✓ Making a Will ✓ Enduring Powers of Attorney ✓ Appointment of Enduring Guardians ✓ Testamentary Trusts ✓ All Needs Protective Trusts ✓ Blended Family Wills ✓ Complex Estate Planning ✓ Superannuation ✓ Advanced Care Directives ✓ Deceased Estates and Probate ✓ Probate ✓ Letters of Administration ✓ Administration and Distribution of an Estate ✓ Contested Wills and Estates ✓ Family Provision Claims ✓ Contested Estate Claims ✓ Estate Administration Claims ✓ Will Disputes

“James Thomson is the managing partner of Burgess Thomson. He completed his Bachelor of Laws at The University of New South Wales and Master of Laws at The University of Sydney. James Thomson is widely recognised as a leading lawyer in New South Wales, with over 20 years of experience working in local law firms in Newcastle. James has worked hard to earn an unrivalled reputation for outstanding legal results. He is a tenacious negotiator who provides his clients with the highest quality legal advice and exceptional client service. Burgess Thomson has been providing 40 Years of Legal Experience. The firm provides the highest quality legal advice. They are dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals and providing outstanding legal services to overcome any legal challenges their clients.

2025 Update: Burgess Thomson has more than 9,000 happy clients, and the firm is listed in Doyle’s Guide of the best lawyers and top-ranked law firms in NSW and Australia.”

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License ABN 23 602 283 410

Contact:

02 4929 5602

Mon-Fri: 8am - 6pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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Vicki Cook - EVANS & WISLANG
Vicki Cook - EVANS & WISLANG
10+ YEARS IN TBR
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VICKI COOK

(4.6 Score)
EVANS & WISLANG
Suite 6, Level 2/10 Bradford Close, Kotara,
Newcastle NSW 2289 Directions

Since 2010

Specialty:

✓ Estate Planning ✓ Testamentary Trusts ✓ Powers of Attorney and Appointments of Enduring Guardianship ✓ Assisting with The Administration of Deceased Estates ✓ Probate ✓ Contested Estates ✓ and Commercial Matters ✓ Including Probate and Letters of Administration ✓ Family Law and De Facto Law ✓ Criminal Law

“Vicki Cook is a director of Evans & Wislang. She completed her LLB at the University of New England. Vicki is very experienced in estate planning, probate and contested estate matters, family and de facto law, and commercial matters. She always offers accurate, no-nonsense, and affordable advice. Evans & Wislang is a diligent practice with extensive experience providing legal services to the Newcastle, Hunter Valley, and greater New South Wales area. They offer cost-effective legal services by achieving results in a skilled and timely manner. Vicki Cook prides itself on understanding their clients every need and providing first-rate advice for all legal matters.

2025 Update: Evans & Wislang offers legal advice with a collaborative approach, decades of combined experience, and a passion for providing clear, compassionate legal advice.”

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License ABN 81 099 857 842

Contact:

02 4952 5344

Mon-Fri: 9am - 5pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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Jason Dunn - BAKER LOVE LAWYERS
Jason Dunn - BAKER LOVE LAWYERS
Jason Dunn - BAKER LOVE LAWYERS
3+ YEARS IN TBR
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JASON DUNN

(4.6 Score)
BAKER LOVE LAWYERS 30 Dan Rees Street, Wallsend,
Newcastle NSW 2287 Directions

Since 2003

Specialty:

✓ Will ✓ Enduring Power of Attorney ✓ Enduring Guardianship ✓ Advance Care Directive ✓ Probate and Deceased Estate Administration ✓ Discretionary Testamentary/Family Trust ✓ Trust Deed ✓ Superannuation Trust Deed ✓ Commercial and Business Law ✓ Property and Conveyancing ✓ Family Law ✓ Litigation and Dispute Resolution ✓ Criminal and Traffic Law ✓ Public Notary

“Jason Dunn is a partner of the Baker Love Lawyers. He graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce with a major in accounting from the University of Newcastle in 1996 and a Bachelor of Laws from the University of New England in 2002. He was admitted as a solicitor in 2003. He also has several years of accounting and taxation experience in public practice, is a former long-serving board member of the Newcastle Art Gallery Foundation, and is a current board member of the local club Wallsend Diggers. Baker Love Lawyers is the oldest law firm with a standing for outstanding legal work, strong ethics and the depth of honesty required to practice law with integrity.

2025 Update: Baker Love Lawyers has an experienced and professional team to manage your matter in a proficient and pragmatic way, and can help you carry out your duties promptly, providing peace of mind to you and any beneficiaries.”

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License ABN 58 483 806 050

Contact:

02 4944 3322

Mon-Fri: 8:30am - 5pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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JAMES THOMSON REVIEWS

Thank you to James and the team at Burgess Thomson for the excellent work in completing the legal work for the purchase of our property. It was handled efficiently. The work and advice was detailed and thorough and the staff were pleasant and helpful.

Have been a client for a few years now & extremely happy with advice & guidance shown by James. Also their prompt action when required & the ease with which we can be in touch personally. Highly recommend.

James and the team at Burgess Thomson have been great. Our queries have always been responded to promptly and we have been kept informed and updated throughout the process.

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VICKI COOK REVIEWS

Vicki Cook at Evans and Wislang offered invaluable support during a tough time for my family. Her compassionate approach, prompt actions, and exceptional expertise in managing my parents legal matters provided us with significant reassurance. I can’t recommend Vicki highly enough for her professionalism and attention to detail.

We have used Evans and Wislang wills and other personal legal documents completed with no problems at all. Would highly recommend.

I had such a great experience using Evans & Wislang.

JASON DUNN REVIEWS

We have been using Baker Love for business and personal matters over many years and have found their professionalism and customer service incomparable.

They were well versed with their advice. Friendly and approachable.

So easy to have my will prepared. Very friendly and prompt service.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

JAMES THOMSON Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Business Hours: 8
Acknowledgements: 9
Complete Info: 9
Exact Services: 9
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Copyright & License: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Reviews Accuracy: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

VICKI COOK Total Inspection Points: 111/120
Business Hours: 8
Business Images: 8
Acknowledgements: 9
Complete Info: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Exact Services: 9
Experience: 9
Contact Info: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Reviews Accuracy: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

JASON DUNN Total Inspection Points: 110/120
Acknowledgements: 8
Business Hours: 8
Business Images: 8
Current Evaluation: 8
Complete Info: 9
Exact Services: 9
Contact Info: 10
Copyright & License: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Reviews Accuracy: 10