Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in North East Victoria
Halliday Solicitors is a regional law firm deeply rooted in North East Victoria, committed to providing expert legal guidance during life's pivotal moments. Established in 2006, we specialise in property law, wills and estates, farm succession, business law, and not-for-profit advisory, with a focus on long-term client relationships. Our approach combines technical expertise with a relational mindset, prioritising holistic solutions that address legal, commercial, and personal needs. We serve clients across Beechworth, Myrtleford, and Yackandandah, offering tailored advice that reflects our understanding of local communities.Our team of experienced lawyers and conveyancers collaborates closely with accountants, financial advisors, and other professionals to deliver comprehensive outcomes. With a commitment to integrity, accessibility, and community contribution, we navigate complex legal challenges while maintaining a strong emphasis on practical, client-centred service. Our practice is built on two pillars: caring for clients through expert legal counsel and strengthening regional communities through sustained local engagement.
Services
Property Law
Wills & Estates
Farm Succession
Business Law
Not-for-Profits
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We prioritise relational understanding to deliver tailored legal solutions
- Our team provides expert, practical advice grounded in regional experience
- We maintain transparent, straightforward communication with all clients
- Our collaborative approach seeks mutually beneficial legal outcomes
- We combine thoroughness with cost-effective service delivery
Services
Property Law
We handle all aspects of property transactions including conveyancing, leasing, subdivisions, and rural land matters. Our expertise extends to adverse possession claims, easements, and heritage planning issues. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of regional property markets and regulatory frameworks, ensuring smooth transactions and compliance with Victorian property laws.
Wills & Estates
Our estate planning services include drafting complex wills, testamentary trusts, and powers of attorney. We guide executors through probate processes and assist with estate administration, whether contested or uncontested. Our approach balances legal requirements with family dynamics to create clear, enforceable plans that protect assets and intentions.
Farm Succession
We specialise in farm succession strategies that preserve family legacies while ensuring financial sustainability. Our services include asset transfer planning, retirement strategies, and intergenerational agreements. We collaborate with agricultural advisors to create holistic plans addressing both legal and operational aspects of rural property transitions.
Business Law
We advise on business structures, contracts, and commercial disputes. Our services cover partnership agreements, company formations, and business sale transactions. We help clients navigate leasing arrangements, shareholder agreements, and regulatory compliance, focusing on risk mitigation and sustainable growth strategies for regional enterprises.
Not-for-Profits
We support social enterprises and community organisations with incorporation, governance frameworks, and compliance strategies. Our services include establishing board structures, drafting constitutions, and advising on regulatory requirements. We help mission-driven organisations maintain legal compliance while achieving their community impact goals.
People
Matt Grogan
Principal Lawyer
Principal solicitor with expertise in renewable energy, business startups, and succession planning. Active in community initiatives like Totally Renewable Yackandandah and BankWAW. Combines strategic thinking with practical legal advice for regional clients.
Karen Kneebone
Conveyancer
Experienced conveyancer with 35 years in North East Victoria. Specialises in property transactions and joined Halliday Solicitors through the ACM Conveyancing merger. Active in local community sports and family-oriented activities.
Kylie Neil
Conveyancer
Manages conveyancing operations in Beechworth while overseeing office administration. Passionate about supporting North East Victoria residents through property transactions. Enjoys outdoor activities in the region's natural landscapes.
Alanna Mclees
Estates Law Graduate
Former conveyancer transitioning to legal practice with focus on estates law. Completed legal training under Matt Grogan. Actively engages in diverse practice areas while raising her family in Myrtleford.
Jen Chambeyron
Conveyancer
Longtime Beechworth local with 16 years' experience in conveyancing. Combines legal expertise with community knowledge to assist clients with property transactions. Operates a cattle farm with her husband outside legal practice hours.
Questions
What areas do Halliday Solicitors service?
We serve clients across North East Victoria with offices in Beechworth, Myrtleford, and Yackandandah. Our team provides legal support to regional communities and surrounding areas.
What practice areas does Halliday Solicitors specialise in?
We specialise in property law, wills and estates, farm succession planning, business/commercial law, and not-for-profit advisory services tailored to regional clients' needs.
How does Halliday Solicitors approach client relationships?
We prioritise relational understanding, taking time to grasp clients' complete circumstances before providing tailored legal solutions that consider personal, commercial, and legal factors.
How do Halliday Solicitors handle farm succession planning?
We create customised farm succession plans considering financial sustainability, family dynamics, and operational continuity. Our approach integrates legal strategies with input from agricultural advisors and financial planners.
