Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Experts in Family Law & Estate Planning in Sydney
Calvin Nelson is a boutique legal practice established in 1960, providing tailored, expert advice across family and de facto law, estate planning, will disputes, probate, property conveyancing, and small business law. Our Law Society Accredited Specialists deliver timely, cost-effective solutions with a focus on plain English communication and client-centric outcomes. With three offices in Greater Sydney, we prioritize alternative dispute resolution to avoid court proceedings, leveraging decades of experience in negotiation, mediation, and collaborative law.Our team includes specialists recognized for expertise in financial settlements, complex will disputes, and commercial property transactions. We maintain memberships with the NSW Law Society and Law Council of Australia's Family Law Section, emphasizing ethical practice and community engagement. Our proven track record includes resolving 85% of family law matters out of court while maintaining a commitment to accessibility and transparency in legal costs.
Services
Family Law
Estate Planning
Conveyancing
Will Disputes
Probate
Small Business Law
Property Law
Dispute Resolution
Binding Financial Agreements
AVO Orders
Details
- Year established: 1960
Highlights and features
- Boutique firm with 60+ years of legal expertise since 1960
- Law Society Accredited Specialists in family and de facto law
- Proven alternative dispute resolution success in 85% of cases
- Tailored estate planning with cascading wills and superannuation strategies
- Three conveniently located Sydney offices serving Greater Sydney
Associations and certifications
- NSW Law Society
- Law Council of Australia - Family Law Section
What people say
Straightforward advice
Utmost professionalism
Seamless handling
Excellent job
Timely and effective outcome
Services
Family Law
Specialized legal representation in divorce, separation, and de facto relationship breakdowns. Our Law Society Accredited Specialists handle financial settlements, parenting arrangements, and binding financial agreements. We prioritize alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation to achieve cost-effective outcomes while protecting client interests in property division and child custody matters.
Estate Planning
Comprehensive estate planning services including will creation, enduring powers of attorney, and guardianship appointments. Our specialists design cascading wills and trust structures to ensure asset distribution aligns with client wishes. We provide strategic advice on superannuation nominations and retirement village contracts to protect assets for future generations.
Conveyancing
Residential and commercial property transaction services covering purchases, sales, and lease agreements. Our experienced team handles off-the-plan purchases, strata title transfers, and complex commercial leases. We offer competitive rates with digital efficiency while maintaining rigorous legal compliance for property settlements and title transfers.
Will Disputes
Expert representation in contested wills and inheritance disputes. Our specialists handle family provision claims, executor challenges, and allegations of undue influence. We provide free initial assessments and operate on a no-win-no-fee basis for eligible cases, focusing on negotiated settlements before court proceedings.
Small Business Law
Tailored legal support for business transactions including franchise agreements, commercial leases, and shareholder arrangements. We advise on asset protection structures, loan documentation, and commercial contract negotiations. Our services cover business succession planning and dispute resolution for commercial litigation matters.
People
Alan Fitton
Family Law Specialist
Law Society Accredited Specialist since 1994 with expertise in family law mediation and financial settlements. Leads the team in complex de facto relationship cases and parenting arrangements, focusing on alternative dispute resolution methods.
Victor Carlo
Family Law Solicitor
Qualified Masters in Family Law with Law Society Accreditation. Specializes in property settlements, binding financial agreements, and same-sex relationship separations. Known for client-focused approach in high-conflict family law matters.
Ben Senese
Family & Property Law Specialist
Admitted in 2003 with over 12 years' experience in family law financial settlements and commercial conveyancing. Handles complex estate litigation and property transactions, maintaining memberships with NSW Law Society and Law Council of Australia.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle divorce proceedings, de facto separations, financial settlements, parenting arrangements, binding financial agreements, and AVO applications. Our Law Society Accredited Specialists prioritize mediation to resolve 85% of cases out of court.
How do you assist with estate planning?
We create legally valid wills, cascading will structures, enduring powers of attorney, and guardianship appointments. Our specialists advise on superannuation nominations and retirement village contracts to protect assets across generations.
Can you handle complex property transactions?
Yes, our conveyancing team manages residential and commercial property sales, off-the-plan purchases, strata title transfers, and commercial lease agreements with competitive rates and digital efficiency.
What options exist for will disputes?
We provide free initial assessments for contested wills, family provision claims, and executor challenges. Our specialists operate on a no-win-no-fee basis where possible, focusing on negotiated settlements before litigation.
Do you offer business law services?
Yes, we assist with business sales, franchise agreements, commercial leases, shareholder arrangements, and asset protection structures. Our services include contract review and dispute resolution for small businesses.
Where are your offices located?
We have three Sydney offices in Auburn, Ermington, and West Pennant Hills, serving Greater Sydney including Parramatta and The Hills District without requiring CBD travel.
