“Clients generally approach a law firm with some trepidation. They need answers to their problems yet sometimes come with predetermined notions in terms of the current state of the law. The law is constantly changing and results are never certain. A lawyer is there to instill confidence, listen and understand the client’s needs and to solve problems. The work which lawyers perform is expensive and it is a factor which clients should keep in mind at all times.”
Robert has worked as an employed solicitor and as a sole practitioner for many years and is a former barrister. He has practiced in many areas of the law and appeared as an advocate in most jurisdictions in New South Wales as well as the Federal and High Courts.
Robert’s approach is consultative. He believes it is best to listen to the clients and absorb all facts while probing for detail prior to issuing advice. It is crucial to be aware of what the client wishes to achieve and all advice will be given to achieve the best result for the client in the circumstances.
In some cases the solution that best suits the client may not be a “legal one” and with this in mind Robert will advise the client accordingly.
Matters in which Robert has been involved are:
- Building and Construction: A practising chartered architect for six years before becoming a lawyer he has an ability to communicate freely with Council officers, architects, builders, engineers and supporting trades. He has attended to both commercial and domestic building construction matters including debt recovery, defective and faulty workmanship claims, drafting and interpreting building contracts and advising on contract works claims under the Building & Construction Industry & Security of Payments Act 1999 (NSW) and the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW) as amended.
- Business & Commercial Law: Acting for clients on a full-range of services including commercial leases, purchase and sale of businesses, loan arrangements and dealing with local councils.
- Land and Environment: Representing clients in various applications under planning legislation in New South Wales
- Civil, Commercial and Criminal litigation
- Litigation: He has appeared in most courts and tribunals including their appellate jurisdictions.
- Wills and Estate Disputes: Representing clients in the Supreme Court of NSW in probate applications, disputes and Family Provision Act claims.
- Sports Law
- Trade Practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Science(Architecture)
- Bachelor of Architecture
Memberships:
- Law Society of NSW
- Australia & New Zealand Sports Law Association
Admitted to
- All NSW State Courts
- All Federal Courts including High Court of Australia
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