Anita Munns

Admitted in 1990, Anita has over 35 years’ experience in private practice and began her career in banking and finance in a large firm in Brisbane. Moving to Tweed Heads, Anita sought greater career satisfaction making a real difference in the lives of her clients and expanded to work in personal injury and general litigation including duty lawyer work at the Local Court. 

In 1997, Anita and her husband John Hall moved with their young daughter Catherine to the Hawkesbury at the invitation of good friend and local real estate agent the late Stuart Pascoe, to set up a general practice specialising in conveyancing excellence in Richmond NSW. Anita established a complimentary practice in Family Law, Injury and Estate Planning and Litigation and she has been honoured to serve the Hawkesbury ever since. 

Anita has over 20 years’ experience in estate litigation representing both claimants and executors in proceedings in the Supreme Court to challenge wills. 

All aspects of estate planning are covered when Anita takes instructions for wills. Details of assets, liabilities, and superannuation are obtained to ensure all estate planning needs are met. Wills are crafted to reduce the likelihood of expensive and stressful estate litigation. Superannuation nominations are made to ensure they are binding on Super Trustees and work effectively with the provisions of the will. Anita’s estate planning clients have Powers of Attorney and Guardianship Appointments drafted to include special provisions tailored to each client’s needs. Family and personal circumstances are taken into account in drafting all estate planning documents in a friendly and supportive manner. 

With her diverse legal background, Anita brings a unique skill set to understanding client’s needs in particular, a sound comprehension of their commercial and business interests and estate planning requirements.  

In November 2025 we farewelled Anita after an incredible 38-year career in law. Her integrity and dedication to her clients, colleagues and the profession has shaped a legacy of excellence at John Hall Lawyers and inspires all who’ve worked alongside her.