Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partners in Perth
Vibe Legal is a professional legal practice dedicated to providing personalized and practical legal solutions across multiple disciplines. With a team led by experienced practitioners Leo Barry and Lindsay Ahern, we combine decades of legal expertise with a compassionate approach to address clients' needs in family law, commercial law, wills and estates, employment law, and elder law. Our commitment to transparency, value-for-money services, and client-centric advice ensures tailored strategies that align with individual circumstances.Operating from South Perth, we prioritize clear communication, timely execution, and a collaborative methodology to achieve favorable outcomes. Our track record of positive client testimonials reflects our dedication to professionalism, responsiveness, and stress-free navigation through complex legal processes.
Services
Family Law
Commercial Law
Wills and Estates
Employment Law
Elder Law
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized legal strategies tailored to your unique circumstances
- Our team combines decades of legal experience with compassionate support
- Transparent fee structures ensure value-for-money legal services
- Proven track record in complex family law and commercial litigation cases
- Comprehensive service covering multiple legal disciplines under one roof
What people say
Professional, knowledgeable service
Stress-free process
Affordable fees
Timely responses
Compassionate support
Services
Family Law
Vibe Legal provides comprehensive family law services addressing divorce, property settlements, parenting arrangements, and family violence matters. Our approach prioritizes amicable resolutions through mediation while preparing robust court representation when necessary. Clients benefit from practical advice on consent orders, de facto relationships, and spousal maintenance, ensuring clear understanding of legal processes and outcomes.
Commercial Law
Our commercial law practice supports businesses through entity structuring, contract drafting, franchise agreements, and dispute resolution. We assist startups and established companies with legal frameworks for growth, including shareholder agreements, commercial leases, and business succession planning. Our commercially aware advice balances legal compliance with operational practicality to protect client interests.
Wills and Estates
Vibe Legal offers compassionate wills and estate planning services covering testamentary documents, probate applications, and business succession strategies. We guide clients through enduring powers of attorney, advance health directives, and contested estate claims. Our team ensures asset distribution aligns with client wishes while navigating complex probate processes with sensitivity and professionalism.
Employment Law
We provide balanced employment law services for employers and employees, covering contract negotiations, workplace policies, and unfair dismissal claims. Our expertise includes restructuring advice, anti-bullying claims, and compliance with national employment standards. We focus on minimizing workplace conflict while protecting client rights through pragmatic legal solutions.
Elder Law
Our elder law practice addresses guardianship, aged care agreements, and elder abuse prevention. We assist families with administration orders, asset protection strategies, and probate matters arising from elderly clients' needs. Legal safeguards include power of attorney arrangements and healthcare directives, delivered with particular attention to vulnerable clients' circumstances.
People
Leo Barry
Practice Director/Lawyer
Leo Barry, a first-class honours graduate from Ireland, brings extensive commercial and family law experience to Vibe Legal. Admitted in Western Australia since 2012, he combines banking and finance expertise with collaborative legal methodology to deliver client-focused outcomes.
Lindsay Ahern
Head of Commercial Department
Lindsay Ahern, dual-qualified in Ireland and Western Australia, specializes in commercial law with expertise in business succession planning and employment law. Admitted in WA since 2012, she provides strategic legal guidance for businesses from startup to sale while maintaining community involvement through Irish business networks.
James Shepherd
Solicitor
James Shepherd, admitted in 2023, focuses on family law, employment, and commercial matters. With a Juris Doctor from the University of Western Australia, he combines recent academic excellence with practical legal application to support clients in property settlements and workplace disputes.
Lyndsey Melling
Office Manager
Lyndsey Melling, qualified from the Centre of Paralegal Studies, manages office operations with 16 years of administration experience. Her client relationship focus and event management background enhance Vibe Legal's operational efficiency and client engagement processes.
Questions
What areas of law does Vibe Legal specialize in?
Vibe Legal specializes in family law, commercial law, wills and estates, employment law, and elder law, providing comprehensive legal solutions tailored to individual and business client needs.
How can I start a family law matter with Vibe Legal?
Begin by completing our online consultation form or contacting our Perth office directly. Our team will guide you through initial steps for divorce proceedings, parenting arrangements, or property settlements.
Do you offer estate planning services for complex assets?
Yes, we provide tailored estate planning including wills, probate applications, business succession strategies, and advanced healthcare directives to manage complex asset portfolios effectively.
What commercial law services are available for small businesses?
We assist with business structures, contracts, commercial leases, franchise agreements, and dispute resolution, offering practical legal frameworks for startups and established enterprises in Western Australia.
How does Vibe Legal handle employment disputes?
We provide balanced representation for employers and employees in unfair dismissal claims, workplace policies, and restructuring matters, focusing on minimizing conflict while protecting legal rights and obligations.
Are your legal services available outside Perth?
While based in South Perth, we serve clients across Western Australia and offer remote consultations through our online tools for convenient legal access.
