McDonald, Slater & Lay - Barristers & Solicitors

The 3.3 star rating does not do them justice. If you are judging by Google star rating reviews, consider that a business with only 5 star reviews is possibly manipulating this in some way. Pete and Laura are excellent lawyers. If you are looking for a peaceful and swift resolution to any estate matters, I recommend seeing them. In my case I am dealing with solicitors and executors that have failed to finalise my father's estate, which is still ongoing after 12 years. Estates generally take 12 months to finalise - minimum 6 months all going well. Pete came up with a precise and intelligent way forward that does not involve unnecessary litigation, saving the stress and financial burden that follows such actions. Laura is exceptionally kind, and responsive. Thank you Pete and Laura, your help has made a positive difference, not just for myself but for everyone else involved. This is the way.

I engaged Ms K(Karen) Hannan from MSL lawyers to represent me in my divorce settlement. This was after I obtained positive reviews from two separate sources. In early legal “negotiations “ you can be tempted to get bogged down in the he said/she said mentality of correspondence. But Karen was excellent at explaining what to ignore (which can be difficult) and to prioritise those issues that would actually influence the financial settlement. Karen obtained my total trust.

Thankyou to Ian Slater and the staff that were involved in my Late father's will. It was all worked out amicably and fare. The professional approach by Ian and the Real estate agents selling dad's house all went smoothly. Thankyou Ian Slater and staff at McDonald, Slater and Lay in Mentone

I would like to highly recommend Elda and her Team
Elda did an outstanding job on my Family Law matter
Annette, her amazing Assistant was always able to be contacted and went above and beyond for me.
The lovely Babette who is the Receptionist made me feel at ease in a stressful time
5 stars from me

My experience with McDonald Slater and Lay has been a very good one. I have been looked after by Elda Bradford so well. She is excellent in her field and very well respected.
I always feel comfortable and safe when I have had her do legal work for me. She is a straight shooter and honest. When it comes to getting things done the office is on the ball, efficient and effective. I have always had a good experience from the reception and other staff as well. I highly recommend them as the lawyers to go to.

We have used Ian and the team on several occasions for both personal and business matters. Everytime we were very pleased with the advice given and the outcome achieved
Couldn’t recommend more highly

Some 22 years ago i was very pleased with the exceptional help and expertise provided by Elda in my Family Law case, a great outcome from a messed up system. A belated thankyou Elda, and I'm sure from the now grown and fantastic kids 😎

Running a business can be challenging. You need an adviser that can help you navigate all of the compliance matters that a business must undertake. MSL have supported us as we have grown and I recommend them to any SME as an adviser you can trust.

These guys helped me and my business partners set up a proprietary company for our new business. I couldn't believe how much organisation and paperwork was required! But Peter from MSL made the whole process extremely easy. I will definitely go back there for anything requiring a solicitor in the future.

Amazing support from the team at MSL. It was great working with such a group of professionals

professional service, the young receptionist was very attentive and helpful.

Always a pleasure to deal with

Very very good people

Good advice and service

Very efficient and meticulous

Very thorough solicitors