AKN & Associates

Established in 2003 by Principal Thi Thanh Mai Pham, AKN & Associates has become a prominent name in the legal community, known for its proficiency in criminal, property, and civil law. Under Mai's leadership, the firm has expanded both in size and reputation, attracting clients, lawyers, barristers, and clerks who share a commitment to excellence. Our team comprises dedicated legal professionals who tirelessly work to secure the best outcomes for clients, focusing on criminal, family, property, migration, estate, and civil law. Driven by passion and commitment, we ensure every legal matter is handled with the utmost confidentiality, respect, and financial consideration. In criminal law, our extensive defence experience allows us to represent clients effectively, guiding them from arrest through court proceedings, including trial, sentence, and appeals. We advocate in Local, District, Supreme, and Federal Courts across Australia, and handle serious crime matters in overseas jurisdictions. Our expertise covers an array of offences such as serious drug crime, money laundering, assaults, domestic violence, murder, fraud, and technology crime. In immigration law, we provide comprehensive guidance through the complex migration process. We offer sound advice on visa options and application processes and address challenges such as criminal records or health problems. Our firm assists those facing visa cancellations, refusals, or detention issues. Family law is approached with sensitivity and understanding, recognising the emotional complexities involved. We aim to make the process as smooth as possible, listening to our clients and working towards practical, comprehensive outcomes in matters of separation, divorce, property settlement, and parenting issues. Our conveyancing and general practice services support clients in property and business transactions, offering insightful advice before financial commitments are made. We ensure simplicity in conveyancing and leases as well as guidance in more complex transactions. In wills, probates, and estate planning, AKN & Associates provides support in preparing wills, estate planning, and addressing family disputes. We guide clients through executor roles, powers of attorney, and advanced directives, ensuring their wishes are honoured. Commercial law services at our firm address a range of business needs, from drafting contracts to resolving commercial disputes. We provide strategic advice on business sales, company incorporation, and compliance with trade practices legislation. Our legal support extends to bankruptcy, asset recovery, shareholder disputes, and more, assisting clients in achieving their business objectives efficiently and securely.