Business Details
15 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Adelaide
Adelaide Legal Solutions is a boutique law firm established in 2011, dedicated to providing premium legal services in Family Law, Commercial Law, Criminal Law, and Wills & Estate Planning. Our approach prioritizes practical, solution-based advice to resolve legal matters efficiently, reducing costs and stress for clients. With over 15 years of legal experience, Principal Lawyer Elena Leonardos leads a team committed to transparency, empathy, and client-centric outcomes.We specialize in negotiation and dispute resolution while maintaining the capability to advocate vigorously in court when necessary. Our services are accessible nationwide (excluding Western Australia) for Family Law matters, with transparent fees and a focus on empowering clients to make informed decisions. Recognized for excellence, we combine technical expertise with personalized attention to deliver successful results.
Services
Family Law
Commercial Law
Criminal Defense
Wills & Estates
Property Settlement
Parenting Orders
Legal Consultations
Estate Planning
Traffic Offences
Dispute Resolution
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of specialized legal expertise in multiple practice areas.
- Our transparent fee structure ensures no hidden costs for clients.
- We prioritize solution-based advice to avoid unnecessary litigation.
- Our team includes award-winning lawyers recognized for excellence.
- We provide nationwide Family Law services with local Adelaide expertise.
Associations and certifications
- Law Society of South Australia
- Hellenic Lawyers Association
What people say
Premium Service
Very Professional
Empathetic Team
Successful Outcomes
Transparent Fees
Services
Family Law
We provide comprehensive Family Law services including divorce applications, parenting arrangements, and property settlements. Our team guides clients through emotional challenges with empathy and clarity, ensuring informed decisions about custody, financial agreements, and post-separation planning. With expertise in both negotiation and court representation, we prioritize outcomes that protect clients' interests while minimizing conflict.
Criminal Defense
Our criminal law practice defends clients facing traffic violations, assault charges, and other criminal matters. We offer immediate legal advice to prevent self-incrimination, negotiate charge reductions, and represent clients in court. With experience in bail applications and plea negotiations, we ensure robust defense strategies tailored to each case's unique circumstances while maintaining client confidentiality.
Wills & Estates
We draft legally binding wills, testamentary trusts, and power of attorney documents to protect clients' assets and wishes. Our services include creating advanced care directives and resolving estate disputes. By combining legal precision with personalized consultations, we ensure clients' intentions are clearly documented to prevent future family conflicts and legal challenges.
Commercial Law
Our commercial law team resolves business disputes through mediation and litigation while offering contract drafting services. We advise on shareholder agreements, debt recovery, and regulatory compliance. With a focus on minimizing litigation costs, we develop strategic solutions for contract breaches, partnership disputes, and commercial transactions while maintaining ongoing business relationships where possible.
Property Settlement
We handle property settlements for separating couples, including superannuation splitting and asset transfers. Our services cover both contested and uncontested cases, with expertise in valuing complex assets and negotiating fair distributions. We provide clear guidance on financial disclosure requirements and court procedures to achieve equitable outcomes without unnecessary conflict.
People
Elena Leonardos
Principal and Senior Lawyer
Admitted in 2007, Elena has 17 years of experience in family, criminal, and commercial law. She established Adelaide Legal Solutions in 2011 after training under South Australia's leading criminal lawyers. A Law Society Vice President, she combines advocacy skills with compassionate client support.
Sophie Gauvin
Associate Lawyer
Qualified in 2020, Sophie specializes in family law with honours degrees in law and journalism. She excels in legal drafting and client communication, bringing fresh perspective to complex cases while maintaining the firm's commitment to personalized service.
Questions
What areas of law does Adelaide Legal Solutions specialize in?
We specialize in Family Law, Commercial Law, Criminal Defense, and Wills & Estate Planning, with nationwide Family Law services excluding Western Australia.
How does the firm handle property settlements after separation?
We guide clients through asset division, including property transfers and superannuation splitting, using negotiation where possible and court representation when necessary.
Can I get urgent legal assistance for criminal charges?
Yes, we offer urgent bail applications and immediate legal advice for criminal matters, available 7 days a week including holidays.
What makes your will drafting service different?
Our wills combine legal precision with personalized consultations to ensure clear asset distribution plans and advanced care directives tailored to individual needs.
Do you offer fixed-price legal packages?
Yes, we provide fixed-price packages for divorce, parenting orders, and will creation with transparent inclusions and no hidden fees.
