Superannuation claim lawyers

Making a superannuation claim can be a complex process, particularly as most Australians have more than one super account. This money can be claimed when you retire and in a number of other special circumstances. At Maurice Blackburn we have the largest superannuation claims legal department in Australia and our superannuation lawyers will ensure you get everything you’re entitled to.

Maurice Blackburn have lawyers in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Darwin and throughout Australia. Contact us today to find out how we can help you.

FAQs - your questions answered

When can I lodge a claim?

You can lodge a superannuation claim as soon as you stop work. This means you can:

  • claim super insurance benefits when you are not working but are yet to retire, and
  • claim your super as a lump sum or in instalments once you have retired.

Yes, you can have multiple total and permanent disability (TPD) claims.

For disability benefits claims you need a claim form, medical reports that support the claim, relevant documents from medical and other authorities, relevant tax records and written submissions. It is really important to get help with a claim.

For death benefits claims, you need a claim form and any papers showing your relationship to the deceased and any financial dependants.

Yes, but usually only one or two.

Your TPD claim will probably stop but you might still be eligible for partial disability payments.

Any dependants of the deceased or their estate can claim super death benefits. This includes a legally married spouse, de facto partner (including same-sex partner), children, financial dependants and inter-dependants.

Death benefits can be claimed by the super policy holder before they die if two doctors certify that the person suffers from a terminal illness and has less than one year to live.

If you want to contest super death benefits, it is important to contact a lawyer immediately.

Yes, but do it immediately because there is usually a 28 day time limit. You can lodge an internal complaint and the trustee has 90 days to make a decision. Get legal help.

Yes. You can appeal to the Superannuation Complaints Tribunal but there is usually a 28 day time limit. Get legal help.

Maurice Blackburn represents clients making super claims on 'no win, no fee' basis.

Supporting information

  • There are time limits for making a super claim, so contact us today.
  • Super contributions must be paid at least every three months, and must be shown on your pay slip.
  • Superannuation applies to 9.25% of your salary
  • Superannuation funds send you a Benefit Statement every year that includes your account balance and outlines your disability and death benefits.
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