Hicks Oakley Chessell Williams Lawyers congratulate Lachlan Vallance, Director & Principal Lawyer and Wills & Estates Accredited Specialist, for being listed in the 2019 Doyle's Guide. Lachlan is listed in the category of Leading Victorian Wills & Estates Litigation Lawyer as well as in the category of Leading Victorian Wills, Estates & Succession Planning Lawyer for 2019. Read More
Natalie joined the firm in August 2019. In Natalie's previous role as Senior Associate to the Honourable Justice Robson and, having gained experience in that role in the Commercial Court, Natalie was given the opportunity to serve in the inaugural role of the Lawyer assisting the Trusts, Equity and Probate list of the Supreme Court of Victoria. So valuable and enjoyable was that experience that Natalie now practises predominantly in the area of estate administration and litigation. Read More
In a world in which many women find themselves wanting to have children but are unable to do so the 'conventional' way - for example, some single women choosing to have children alone, women in same-sex relationships wishing to have children together, or women in heterosexual couples being unable to conceive – a surprising consequence of 'sperm donation' has been decided in relation to the children born in these circumstances. Read More
We announce two recent changes to the senior management of the firm. Tony Oakley has stepped down as a director and is now a consultant. Vincent Caruso has become a director and principal lawyer of the firm. Read More
As shocking stories of abuse emerge from the Royal Commission into Aged Care, public concern over elder abuse in Australia heightens. Tomorrow, 15 June 2019 marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. In this article, we outline the common forms of elder abuse and how to protect yourself and others from abuse. Read More
Deborah joined the firm in April 2019 as an Associate. Prior to joining, Deborah worked at several long-established suburban firms, practising principally in wills and estates. Deborah also gained broad experience in family law and property law, giving her a well-rounded understanding of, and holistic approach to, wills and estates matters. Read More