Engel and Partners
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Engel and Partners

Engel and Partners

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Bairnsdale, VIC | Port Melbourne, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 515..
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About Us

Engel & Partners has a proud history dating back to the late 1800s when Arthur Agg partnered with Norman Engel in Bairnsdale. Originally known as Agg & Engel, the practice has long been a trusted source of legal advice for the rural community in Bairnsdale and surrounding areas. Following Arthur Agg’s passing, the firm became Engel & Partners under Norman Engel’s leadership. Over generations, Engel & Partners has built enduring relationships with local farming families, reflecting a commitment to trusted, reliable service. The firm’s extensive archives, including a detailed safe of client deeds, demonstrate the confidence clients continue to place in their legal expertise. The founding principles of respect, competence, loyalty and honesty remain central to Engel & Partners’ approach today. Although the team has evolved, with Geraldine O’Connell now leading the firm as director and principal lawyer, the spirit of the original founders continues to inspire all who practise there. The firm offers a comprehensive range of legal services including conveyancing and property law, family law, wills and powers of attorney, elder law and aged care matters, sale and purchase of business, litigation, equine and horse law, as well as debt recovery. Engel & Partners is dedicated to providing practical, clear advice tailored to the unique needs of their clients and community.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law
Estate Planning
Family Law
Immigration Law
Litigation & Disputes
Property Law

Specialisations

Family Law

Engel & Partners offers comprehensive family law services, guiding clients through complex issues such as divorce applications, property divisions for both matrimonial and de facto relationships, parenting plans and orders, financial agreements, and family violence matters including intervention orders. The firm’s approach encompasses a broad spectrum of dispute resolution methods, including negotiation, mediation, collaboration, litigation, and arbitration, allowing clients to pursue the most appropriate path for their circumstances. Leading the family law team, Geraldine O’Connell brings over 35 years of experience and a compassionate, practical approach to clients’ legal and emotional needs. As a registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner and Collaborative Lawyer, she is skilled in facilitating effective communication and resolution. Engel & Partners prioritises transparent cost discussions and offers flexible payment options to ease the financial burden often associated with family law matters.

Property Law

Engel & Partners have extensive experience in conveyancing and property law, managing thousands of property titles with a focus on delivering secure and efficient transactions. Whether you are buying or selling a home, farm, or land, their team is well equipped to guide you through the complexities involved, including the increasing use of electronic processes in conveyancing. Beyond straightforward sale and purchase transactions, the firm also assists clients with a range of property-related matters such as subdivisions, off the plan transactions, Section 173 Agreements, interfamily transfers, and the consolidation of titles and Nicola Plans. Their approach ensures each matter is handled with transparency and professionalism to provide peace of mind throughout the process.

Our Team

Geraldine O’Connell

Geraldine O’Connell

Managing Solicitor & Director

locationBairnsdale, VIC

Specialises in

Family LawLitigation & DisputesCommercial Law
Peter Engel

Peter Engel

Consultant

locationBairnsdale, VIC

Specialises in

Estate PlanningProperty LawCommercial Law

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Office Locations

Bairnsdale, VIC

Location109 Main Street, Bairnsdale, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 515..

Port Melbourne, VIC

Location Bay Street, Port Melbourne, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 835..