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50+ Years
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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Ringwood, VIC
Established in 1964, Aughtersons Lawyers has built a reputation as a trusted legal practice serving clients across Ringwood and the eastern suburbs of Melbourne. Our firm specialises in commercial law, family law, wills and estates, litigation, and property law, delivering practical, cost-effective solutions tailored to individual client needs. With over five decades of combined experience, our team of accredited specialists and senior lawyers prioritises client satisfaction through personalised service and deep legal expertise.We maintain a commitment to community engagement while adapting to evolving legal landscapes, ensuring our clients receive contemporary, reliable advice. Our practice is guided by principles of transparency, ethical conduct, and a dedication to achieving optimal outcomes for every client we represent.
Services
Commercial Law
Family Law
Wills And Estates
Litigation
Conveyancing
Restrictive Covenants
Property Law
Business Structuring
Estate Planning
Criminal Law
Details
- Year established: 1964
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of combined legal expertise across multiple practice areas.
- Our team includes accredited specialists in family law and wills and estates.
- We prioritise personalised service tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
- Our practice combines deep local knowledge with contemporary legal strategies.
- We maintain a strong track record in resolving complex legal matters efficiently.
Services
Commercial Law
Our commercial law team advises on corporate transactions, business structures, and commercial agreements. We assist with company acquisitions, shareholder agreements, and compliance matters, ensuring businesses navigate legal complexities effectively. With expertise in franchising and employment law, we provide strategic guidance to protect commercial interests and foster growth for clients across diverse industries.
Family Law
We handle all aspects of family law including property settlements, child custody, and domestic violence matters. Our accredited specialists offer compassionate representation for divorce, financial agreements, and parenting disputes. With a focus on mediation and collaborative solutions, we aim to resolve conflicts efficiently while safeguarding clients' rights and family interests.
Wills And Estates
Our wills and estates practice covers will preparation, probate applications, and estate administration. We assist with testamentary trusts, enduring powers of attorney, and contesting wills. Accredited specialists provide clear guidance on asset protection, ensuring clients' wishes are legally documented and estates are administered according to Victorian law.
Conveyancing
We manage residential and commercial property transactions with over 120 years of collective experience. Services include contract preparation, title transfers, and off-the-plan purchases. Our conveyancing team handles subdivisions, lease agreements, and adverse possession claims, ensuring smooth property transactions while addressing potential risks through thorough legal due diligence.
Litigation
Our litigation team represents clients in contractual disputes, debt recovery, and commercial leasing conflicts. With experience in Victorian courts, we provide strategic advice on strengths and weaknesses of cases. We handle intervention orders and criminal matters, combining courtroom expertise with practical solutions to achieve favourable outcomes for individuals and businesses.
People
Santina Della-Rossa
Director
Accredited Family Law Specialist with over 20 years' experience in family law matters, providing expert guidance on complex property settlements and parenting disputes.
Liam OBrien
Director
Senior litigation lawyer specialising in commercial disputes, with extensive experience in Victorian courts and a focus on achieving practical outcomes for business clients.
Kathy Adams
Director
Commercial law expert with significant experience in business transactions, estate planning, and property law, leading the firm's wills and estates practice.
Gordon Jacobs
Consultant
Property law specialist overseeing conveyancing operations, with decades of experience in residential and commercial property transactions across Melbourne.
Denis Vukicevic
Senior Lawyer
Commercial and property law practitioner with extensive experience in business acquisitions and leasing matters, providing strategic legal advice to corporate clients.
Questions
What services does Aughtersons Lawyers offer?
We specialise in commercial law, family law, wills and estates, litigation, conveyancing, and restrictive covenants, serving individuals and businesses in Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our lawyers have over 50 years of combined experience, including accredited specialists in family law and wills and estates, with some practitioners admitted since the 1960s.
Do you handle property transactions?
Yes, our conveyancing team manages residential and commercial property matters, including off-the-plan purchases, subdivisions, and lease agreements with over 120 years of collective expertise.
Can you assist with estate planning?
We provide comprehensive estate planning services, including will preparation, testamentary trusts, and enduring powers of attorney to ensure your assets are protected and distributed according to your wishes.
Are after-hours appointments available?
Yes, we offer after-hour appointments upon request to accommodate clients' schedules beyond our standard operating hours of 9am-5pm Monday-Friday.
How do you handle family law disputes?
Our accredited family law specialists focus on mediation and collaborative solutions for property settlements, child custody matters, and financial agreements while representing clients' interests in court when necessary.
