Business Details
28 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Frankston, Melbourne
Bayside Solicitors was established in 1998 by Ashley Tickner and Alysia Mein, who remain the principal solicitors of the firm. Our team of experienced barristers and solicitors is dedicated to solving client problems across family law, commercial law, criminal law, and property conveyancing. With over 25 years of combined experience in family law alone, we prioritize plain-English communication and client understanding.Our courtroom presence is a core strength, with daily appearances in Frankston and Dandenong Magistrates Courts. We maintain long-term client relationships through transparent pricing, compassionate counsel, and a commitment to resolving matters efficiently. Our practice extends across Melbourne, serving Frankston, Mount Eliza, and the Mornington Peninsula with accessible legal representation.
Services
Family Law
Commercial Law
Criminal Defense
Property Conveyancing
Wills & Probate
Construction Law
Victims of Crime
Intervention Orders
Water Act Claims
Deceased Estates
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We provide experienced courtroom representation as both barristers and solicitors
- Our cost-efficient legal services minimize use of external barristers
- We offer transparent pricing aligned with government-approved cost scales
- Decades of established legal expertise since 1998
- We deliver compassionate counsel with plain-English communication
What people say
Experienced courtroom presence
Plain-English communication
Cost-effective solutions
Compassionate counsel
Long-term client relationships
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice combines over 50 years of collective experience in divorce, property division, and parenting matters. We prioritize practical solutions while maintaining strong courtroom representation when needed. Our lawyers simplify complex legal processes through plain-English communication and client education, ensuring informed decision-making throughout proceedings.
Criminal Defense
Specializing in criminal and traffic law, our team provides daily court representation across Melbourne. With former prosecutorial experience and backgrounds in social work, our lawyers offer strategic defense while understanding clients' personal circumstances. We handle matters from drink driving to serious indictable offenses with courtroom advocacy expertise.
Property Conveyancing
We handle residential and commercial property transactions with expertise in title transfers, contract drafting, and settlement processes. Our legal team ensures compliance with encumbrances and restrictions while providing cost-effective solutions. We offer comprehensive support for property disputes and development projects across Victoria.
Commercial Law
Our commercial practice addresses business needs through contract drafting, shareholder agreements, and dispute resolution. We provide proactive risk management strategies and VCAT representation for construction disputes. With industry-specific knowledge, we serve businesses across Frankston, Cranbourne, and Melbourne CBD.
Wills & Probate
Specialist Wills and Probate services include estate administration, Grant of Probate applications, and contested wills. We offer clear documentation and strategic planning for asset distribution. Our lawyers provide cost-effective probate services with transparent pricing structures aligned with court scales.
People
Ashley Tickner
Director and Founding Principal
Practicing since 1998 with over 3,000 court appearances, Ashley specializes in criminal law and commercial matters. He combines courtroom advocacy with strategic legal representation across construction and industrial relations law.
Alysia Mein
Commercial and Wills Principal
With legal practice since 1994, Alysia specializes in commercial law and Wills & Probate. She provides plain-English legal advice for business transactions and estate planning while maintaining long-term client relationships.
Terry Weerappah
Family Law Specialist
With nearly 50 years legal experience, Terry focuses on family law matters. He stays current with legislative changes and authors legal papers while providing accessible representation in complex family law cases.
Jessica Knox
Criminal Law Partner
As a 2021 partner, Jessica brings daily criminal court experience and former prosecutorial insight. She advocates for clients facing police charges with a focus on social justice and client-centered representation.
Anika Waldin
Criminal Defense Lawyer
Joining in 2021, Anika uses prosecutorial background to defend clients. Her experience includes community support work, providing empathetic representation for police matters and intervention orders.
Questions
What areas of law does Bayside Solicitors specialize in?
We specialize in family law, criminal defense, commercial law, property conveyancing, Wills & probate, construction law, and victims of crime compensation claims.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide obligation-free 15-minute initial consultations with our lawyers for all practice areas.
Are you located near Frankston Magistrates Court?
Yes, our office at 36 Dandenong Road West, Frankston is strategically located near the Magistrates Court for easy access.
Can you handle urgent legal matters?
Our proximity to legal institutions allows quick response to urgent matters including bail applications and emergency court appearances.
Do you represent clients across Melbourne?
Yes, we provide legal representation in courts across Melbourne including Dandenong, Moorabbin, and Melbourne Magistrates Courts.
How do you ensure transparent pricing?
We follow government-approved cost scales and provide clear fee structures during initial consultations for all our legal services.
