Private Wealth

Debra Dunn

Special Counsel

Debra Dunn

With more than 35 years of experience, Debra is a highly experienced lawyer who has managed major disputes in the Supreme and Federal Courts and advised high-net-worth clients on complex private wealth matters.

Debra provides comprehensive advice across all aspects of wills and estates, including asset protection, business succession planning, family trusts and the preparation of complex wills incorporating testamentary discretionary and mandatory trusts. Her extensive background in succession, tax, trust, and corporations law enables her to develop tailored, forward-thinking estate planning solutions that protect her clients’ wealth across generations.

Her practice also extends to Powers of Attorney, self-managed superannuation funds, and estate administration matters. Debra advises clients across a broad range of industries; including retail, technology, entertainment, financial services, and manufacturing. As well as individuals with more straightforward estate planning needs.

Debra takes a holistic approach to estate planning and wealth management, ensuring every aspect of a client’s assets. Whether held personally, through trusts, superannuation funds, or insurance, is addressed with clarity, care, and strategic foresight.

Focus Areas

Wills & Estates
Powers of Attorney
Guardianship and Administration
Testamentary Trusts

Recognition and Thought Leadership

Debra is a contributor to the acclaimed Meritas Guide: Introduction to Wills & Estates in Australia & New Zealand.

Notable Matters

Advising on and preparing Wills.
Preparing Powers of Attorney and appointment of medical decision maker documents.
Issuing and defending applications for further provision (Part IV Applications) in the Courts.
Other Estate court proceedings including disputes regarding mutual Wills, validity of Wills, disputes between Executors and removal of Executors.
Guardianship applications.
Applications for Grant of Probate or orders of Administration.
Advising if applications for probate are required.
Transfer of jointly owned property to surviving joint owner.
Advising on proceeds of death benefits and superannuation including preparing submissions to Trustees regarding exercise of discretion.
AFCA Applications regarding disputes over payment of death benefits and superannuation.
Advising on interpretation of Wills and testamentary trusts.
Reseal applications, (‘sealing’ foreign grants in Victoria with respect to Victorian assets).
Advice regarding Estate planning where international assets are involved.
Renunciation.
Assistance/advice in estate administration and distribution.

Private Wealth

Debra Dunn

Special Counsel

With more than 35 years of experience, Debra is a highly experienced lawyer who has managed major disputes in the Supreme and Federal Courts and advised high-net-worth clients on complex private wealth matters.

Focus Areas

Recognition and Thought Leadership

Notable Matters

Area of Expertise

Private Wealth

Key Focus Areas