Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Alice Springs
Povey Stirk commenced operating in April 1999 as a merger of established Alice Springs legal practices, Poveys and McBride & Stirk. The firm traces its roots back to the mid-1960s in Central Australia, building an extensive client base across the Northern Territory, Western Australia, and South Australia. Our practice serves diverse sectors including pastoral, mining, tourism, and Indigenous enterprises, alongside government agencies and statutory bodies. We provide expert legal advice in commercial, health service delivery, child protection, policing, and inquests.Our collaborative approach ensures clients receive integrated legal solutions tailored to their needs. With decades of combined experience, we maintain a strong commitment to justice, equality, and client satisfaction. Our team regularly appears in all Northern Territory courts and has instructed in High Court cases. We hold leadership roles in legal professional bodies and prioritize accessible, client-focused service delivery.
Services
Personal Injury
Wills & Estates
Commercial Law
Family Law
Civil Litigation
Criminal Law
Probate
Contract Law
Employment Law
Administrative Law
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have provided legal services in Central Australia since 1999
- We offer no-win no-fee options for personal injury claims
- Our team has decades of combined experience in diverse legal areas
- We use a collaborative approach to client service delivery
- We actively consult with government and Indigenous enterprises
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients in medical negligence, workers compensation, and motor accident claims. Our no-win no-fee basis ensures accessible justice. We specialize in catastrophic injury cases and alternative dispute resolution.
Wills & Estates
We draft legally valid wills, advance personal plans, and powers of attorney. Our services include probate administration, estate contests, and executor representation across Northern Territory courts.
Commercial Law
We advise governments, councils, and businesses on commercial arrangements, compliance, and transactions. Our work includes business sales, leases, and corporate governance documentation.
Family Law
We handle financial agreements, divorce proceedings, and children's matters in Federal Circuit Court. Our services include pre- and post-separation arrangements and property settlements.
Civil Litigation
We represent clients in defamation, building disputes, and commercial litigation. Our experience includes judicial review applications and insolvency matters in Northern Territory courts.
People
John Stirk
Lawyer Director
Practicing since 1980, John specializes in commercial litigation, family law, and criminal matters. He served as Law Society President and regularly appears in High Court cases.
Alison Phillis
Lawyer Director
Specializing in personal injury and health law, Alison represents clients in medical negligence cases. She serves on nursing boards and ethics committees, offering no-win no-fee consultations.
Nicholas Simmons
Lawyer
Admitted in 2007, Nicholas focuses on commercial law, wills, and property transactions. He provides corporate advisory services and manages client matters efficiently across jurisdictions.
Alecia Buchanan
Lawyer
Practicing in general law areas including conveyancing and family law, Alecia brings hospitality experience to client interactions. She focuses on developing expertise across multiple legal fields.
Karla-Lee Goodman
Lawyer
Admitted in 2020, Karla practices in wills, estates, and family law. With a background in hospitality, she combines practical experience with legal expertise to serve Central Australian clients.
Questions
What areas of law does Povey Stirk specialize in?
We specialize in personal injury, family law, commercial litigation, wills & estates, criminal law, and administrative law.
Do you offer no-win no-fee arrangements?
Yes, we offer no-win no-fee options for personal injury claims.
Which regions do you serve?
We serve clients across Northern Territory, Western Australia, and South Australia.
Can I get a free initial consultation?
Yes, we offer free initial 20-minute telephone advice sessions for personal injury matters.
