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Our Lawyers in Melbourne CBD & Mount Waverley
At HOCW, our people are at the core of our success. Our team includes accredited specialists as well as experienced lawyers with deep knowledge across a range of practice areas, all supported by a highly skilled and dedicated support team. Together, we deliver exceptional service, ensuring every client receives personalised attention and expert legal advice.
Explore our team profiles to learn more about their experience, expertise, and commitment to achieving the best outcomes for our clients.
Matthew Hicks
Director & Principal Lawyer | Commercial Litigation & Insolvency
Lachlan Vallance
Director & Principal Lawyer | Wills & Estates
Sarah Lindsey
Principal Lawyer | Property Law
Michelle van Niekerk
General Manager
Ali Dogan
Principal Lawyer | Commercial Litigation & Insolvency
Bernard Mackey
Principal Lawyer | Property Law
Jim Babalis
Principal Lawyer | Head of Employment Law
Deborah Kliger
Principal Lawyer | Wills & Estates
Kylie Sharp
Principal Lawyer | Wills & Estates
Simone Wunderlich
Consultant Lawyer | Family Law
Neville Sampson
Consultant Lawyer | Property Law | Wills & Estates
Tanya Briffa
Special Counsel | Wills & Estates
David Phelan
Special Counsel | Wills & Estates | Commercial Litigation
Kate Williams
Senior Associate | Wills & Estates
Todd Terzioski
Senior Associate | Wills & Estates
Samantha Schnabel
Senior Associate | Wills & Estates
Andrew O'Sullivan-Newbold
Acting Head of Department - Family Law | Collaborative Lawyer
Caitlin Coyne
Senior Associate | Wills & Estates
Steve Shelley
Senior Associate | Property Law
Dejan Vangev
Associate | Commercial Litigation & Insolvency