Adelaide Lawyers
Pricing and Fees
We understand that fees can be stressful for clients. This is why we offer a transparent 4-step process to working with us, with a free* 30-minute initial consultation to discuss your legal matter. We also provide fixed pricing for certain matters by agreement.
Our Fees
We generally use a time-based billing system with six-minute intervals. However, we do offer fixed fees for certain matters, offering you certainty and clarity with regard to the conduct of your matters.
- Wills prepared from $700 incl GST.
- Powers of Attorney prepared from $300 incl GST.
- Advanced Care Directives prepared from $340 incl GST.
We offer package discounts on the above for multiple documents and parties.
All forms charged according to the Supreme Court Scale.
Our Process
- Step 1: Initial Free* Consultation
We often initially chat over the phone or face to face about your legal matter. We take the time to talk to you so we can understand your problem and offer options as to the right path moving forward.
*Your first 30 minute personal or telephone consult is free of charge.
- Step 2: Engagement
If you choose to engage our services we will clearly set out what we require from you and what the initial steps will be in handling your matter. We will also provide you a quotation for your legal fees moving forward.
We will be transparent regarding our likely fees.
- Step 3: Conduct of Matter
We will keep you informed regarding the conduct of your matter and let you know what is required at each step of the process in a timely manner.
We advise you, but you will always determine the path your matter takes.
We can promise that one lawyer will handle your matters from start to finish. Your matters are also never “handballed” to a junior lawyer.
- Step 4: Conclusion of your matter
We aim to conclude your matter as expeditiously as possible.
Your matter may conclude but could give rise to further related legal issues. If so, we will offer further assistance.
Meet the team

Phil Testa
Barrister & Solicitor
Phil Testa was admitted to practice in 2002 after completing a double degree in Arts and Law at Adelaide University. He has considerable experience in general legal …
- Family Law
- Personal Injury Law
- Civil Disputes & Litigation
- Commercial Law
- Wills and Estates
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Lauraine (Lauri) Evans
Barrister & Solicitor
Lauraine (Lauri) Evans was admitted to practice in 2005 after completing a degree in Law at The University of New England. She was a Police Officer for over twenty years …
- Criminal & Police
- Traffic Law
- Wills and Estates
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have built their reputation on being accessible to their clients who instruct them in relation to a wide range of legal issues.
Phil Testa was incredible! He assisted me with an urgent matter he was efficient and capable all whilst performing thorough and accurate work! Would highly recommend he and his team are by far the best I have ever worked with. Honest and quick are rarity within the legal field. A true gem!
Flavio ScoteceI was extremely pleased with the professional and no-nonsense approach displayed by Phil in the handling of my case. The matter was resolved quickly and to my satisfaction. I would recommend Phil to anyone that has a difficult problem to handle and will definitely go back to him if required in the future.
William CornellI can't recommend Evans Testa Barristers & Solicitors enough should you ever find yourself in a position of needing a lawyer for your own circumstance. Lauraine is phenomenal in how she handles herself - from explaining the situation objectively from multiple perspectives to detailing potential outcomes and various options available.
Matt Russell
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What are your business hours?
Our business hours are between 9am-5pm weekdays. We are available outside these hours if urgent matters, such as arrest, arise.Where are you located?
We have offices in the North East, City and West. View all our locations here.How can I contact you?
You can contact us by phone or email at your convenience.Do you offer fixed fee arrangements?
We do dependent upon your matter.Do you offer the first interview free?
We offer a first free phone consultation to discuss your matter in order to work out how we may be able to assist you.
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