Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Wollongong
Hansons Lawyers has been serving the Wollongong and Greater Illawarra region for over 40 years, combining deep local knowledge with comprehensive legal expertise. Our firm prioritises personal service, delivering practical and cost-effective solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. With a stable team of accredited specialists in business law and a commitment to community involvement, we focus on building long-term client relationships through transparency and reliability.Our services span building and construction disputes, corporate advisory, civil litigation, employment law, and estate planning, supported by a legacy of excellence since 1990. We operate from our central Wollongong office while offering flexible client visits to ensure accessibility and convenience.
Services
Building & Construction Law
Corporate & Business Advisory
Civil Disputes & Debt Recovery
Employment Law
Wills & Estates
Commercial Disputes
Conveyancing
Guardianship & Attorney Disputes
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years of combined legal expertise through our experienced team.
- Our local knowledge enhances outcomes for Wollongong and Illawarra clients.
- We provide cost-effective solutions without compromising service quality.
- Our team includes accredited business law specialists.
- We maintain long-term client relationships through transparent communication.
Associations and certifications
- Accredited Specialists Business Law
What people say
Personal service
Local knowledge
Cost-effective solutions
Accredited specialists
Long-term relationships
Services
Building & Construction Law
We resolve residential and commercial construction matters including defective works claims, NCAT tribunal representation, and contract disputes. Our team advises developers, builders, and homeowners on compliance, insurance claims, and payment act legislation while offering strategic guidance on joint ventures and contract suitability.
Corporate & Business Advisory
Our corporate team handles business structuring, contract negotiations, and commercial leasing while providing strategic advice on mergers, intellectual property, and employment relations. We support clients through financial transactions, franchise agreements, and dispute resolution, working collaboratively with local business advisors to deliver comprehensive solutions.
Wills & Estate Disputes
We assist with will drafting, trust creation, and guardianship arrangements while specialising in contested estates and family provision claims. Our lawyers provide expert guidance on powers of attorney, deceased estate administration, and tax-compliant estate planning tailored to individual client circumstances.
Civil Disputes & Debt Recovery
Our firm resolves commercial and personal disputes involving contracts, property transactions, and employment matters. We specialise in debt recovery proceedings, neighbourhood conflicts, and NCAT tribunal representation, offering practical solutions for creditors, tenants, and business partners across the Illawarra region.
Employment Law
We advise employers and employees on Fair Work Act compliance, contract negotiations, and workplace disputes. Our services include unfair dismissal defence, discrimination claims, WHS compliance, and HR policy development while providing strategic support for industrial action and executive termination matters.
People
Anna Masi
Managing Partner
Anna Masi leads Hansons Lawyers with extensive corporate law expertise, focusing on business structuring and commercial transactions. She prioritises client relationships and strategic growth while maintaining strong local business connections to enhance client outcomes.
Kerry Kyriakoudes
Partner
Kerry Kyriakoudes specialises in corporate advisory services, bringing decades of experience in business law and commercial litigation. He focuses on delivering practical solutions for business owners while maintaining Hansons' commitment to community engagement.
Peter Bahlmann
Partner
Peter Bahlmann heads building and construction law services with specialist accreditation. His expertise spans NCAT tribunal representation, contract disputes, and project advisory work, supported by deep industry knowledge and a client-focused approach to dispute resolution.
Erin Chard
Associate
Erin Chard provides dedicated legal support across commercial disputes and property matters. She combines technical expertise with client service excellence, contributing to Hansons' reputation for accessible and thorough legal representation.
Teejae Keeble
Solicitor
Teejae Keeble specialises in civil litigation and estate planning, offering practical advice on contested estates and personal legal matters. She maintains Hansons' tradition of accessible, community-focused legal services in the Illawarra region.
Questions
What areas of law does Hansons Lawyers specialise in?
We specialise in building and construction law, corporate advisory, civil disputes, employment law, and estate planning across Wollongong and the Illawarra region.
How does Hansons Lawyers approach client service?
We prioritise personal, professional service with transparent communication, tailored solutions, and a commitment to long-term client relationships.
Can Hansons assist with contested estate matters?
Yes, our accredited specialists handle will disputes, family provision claims, and estate administration with expert legal guidance.
Do you offer commercial dispute resolution services?
We resolve commercial disputes including contract claims, debt recovery, and NCAT tribunal representation with practical, cost-effective strategies.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our team includes lawyers with over 40 years of combined experience, featuring accredited business law specialists and industry-recognised practitioners.
