About Us

Formed from the merger of RT Breen & Co and Verna Cook Solicitors, we are a modern firm that prides itself on offering practical, plain-English advice with transparent fee structures.

We practice exclusively in Wills, Litigation, Probate and Property and have been serving residents of Brighton and Bayside for over 60 years.

Our History

We are proud of our history.  The law firm of R.T. Breen & Co was started by Robert Breen in 1960 in a small office adjacent to the Middle Brighton Railway station.

Following his death in 1968, his daughter Jeannette Patrick took over the running of the practice. In 1976 Jeannette was elected to State Parliament and her son Rob Patrick led a distinguished career as principal of the firm until 2014 and remained with the firm until his retirement in 2021. 

Many of our clients are 2nd and 3rd generation clients of R.T Breen.

Meet Our Team

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Estate & Business Succession Planning

Bernie O’Sullivan is the lead author of Estate and Business Succession Planning published by The Tax Institute. Now in its 8th edition, it is widely regarded as Australia’s leading estate planning text for accountants and financial planners.

At a cost of only $220 it is great value to help individuals, families and business owners get started in their succession planning.

The book is prescribed/recommended text for leading estate planning courses conducted by educational institutions and universities across Australia.

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I recently engaged with Wills & Wealth for probate of my parent's estate. My parents had been with them for years - however I did not have to go with them. I am so glad though that I did. I received exceptional, thorough and timely professional guidance and care through what is an emotional and confronting time. I cannot recommend them highly enough. Their rates are most competitive with other firms and even if you find cheaper, it is worth every cent for peace of mind. So many thanks Caroline

Caroline Giles

Very good service. A company you can trust

Grant Stinear

Over the years, Wills and Wealth have provided several generations of our family with clear, reliable, and comprehensive legal advice. They have ensured that our estate is structured to align with our personal and financial goals, and that our wills are kept current and well-maintained. Wills and Wealth's meticulous attention to detail gives us peace of mind that our family’s future is secure and predictable. We have particularly appreciated Bernie’s responsiveness and genuine care for our circumstances. He has made what can often be a challenging process seamless and stress-free. We highly recommend Wills and Wealth to anyone seeking talented and compassionate lawyers for their estate planning needs.

Emma Hamilton