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The People Behind Our Firm
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 | Melbourne
Lachlan Vallance
Director & Principal Lawyer | Wills & Estates | Melbourne & Mount Waverley
Sarah Lindsey
Director & Principal Lawyer | Property Law | Melbourne & Mount Waverley
Michelle van Niekerk
Director | Melbourne & Mount Waverley
Deborah Kliger
Principal Lawyer | Wills & Estates | Melbourne & Mount Waverley
Bernard Mackey
Principal Lawyer | Property Law | Melbourne & Mount Waverley
Kylie Sharp
Principal Lawyer | Wills & Estates | Melbourne & Mount Waverley
Tanya Briffa
Principal Lawyer | Wills & Estates | Mount Waverley
Rachelle Eytan
Principal Lawyer | Commercial Law | Melbourne & Mount Waverley
Neville Sampson
Consultant Lawyer | Property Law | Wills & Estates | Mount Waverley
David Phelan
Special Counsel | Wills & Estates | Commercial Litigation
Todd Terzioski
Special Counsel | Wills & Estates | Melbourne & Mount Waverley
Andrew O'Sullivan-Newbold
Acting Head of Department - Family Law | Collaborative Lawyer | Melbourne & Mount Waverley
Kate Williams
Senior Associate | Wills & Estates | Melbourne & Mount Waverley
Samantha Schnabel
Senior Associate | Wills & Estates | Melbourne & Mount Waverley
Caitlin Coyne
Senior Associate | Wills & Estates | Melbourne & Mount Waverley
Steve Shelley
Senior Associate | Property Law | Mount Waverley
Dejan Vangev
Senior Associate | Commercial Litigation & Insolvency | Melbourne
Evan Avtzis
Senior Associate | Family Law | Collaborative Lawyer | Melbourne & Mount Waverley
Demi Chapman
Associate | Family Law | Melbourne & Mount Waverley