Melissa Ceccato
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Melissa Ceccato

Melissa Ceccato

Principal Karen L. Haga and Associates

location
Castle Hill, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number(02) 989..
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About Melissa

Melissa Ceccato has built a strong reputation in the Hills District over more than 15 years, bringing extensive experience in building and construction disputes as well as criminal law. She effectively guides clients through complex negotiations and litigation, applying a commercial and practical approach to each matter. Melissa’s diverse client base includes contractors, engineers, developers, homeowners, owners corporations, and individuals facing criminal charges. She provides valuable advice on legislation such as the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act across all states, as well as the Design and Building Practitioners Act. Her experience extends across all jurisdictions, including appearances before the High Court of Australia. Melissa is also well-versed in alternative dispute resolution processes, regularly assisting clients through adjudication, mediation, and arbitration to achieve effective outcomes.

Practice Areas

Criminal & Traffic
Litigation & Disputes

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Experience

Principal
Principal
KLH & Associates
May 2022 - Present · 3 years 3 months
Solicitor - General Criminal Law Panel
Solicitor - General Criminal Law Panel
Legal Aid NSW
Jul 2013 - Mar 2020 · 6 years 8 months
Principal
Principal
Maximum Law Pty Ltd & Karen L Haga and Associates
Mar 2013 - Present · 12 years 5 months
Special Counsel
Special Counsel
Snelgroves Lawyers
Feb 2008 - Feb 2017 · 9 years
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse
Sydney Adventist Hospital
Dec 2001 - Dec 2008 · 7 years
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse
Dural Family Medical Practice
Dec 1993 - Dec 2000 · 7 years

Education

Legal Practice Management, Business Administration and Management, General
Legal Practice Management, Business Administration and Management, General
The College of Law Australia
2012 - 2013
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice, Law
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice, Law
The College of Law Australia
2006 - 2007
Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law
Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law
University of New England (AU)
2003 - 2006
Bachelor of Nursing, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Bachelor of Nursing, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
University of New England (AU)
1999 - 2001
Diploma of Applied Sciences, Nursing Science
Diploma of Applied Sciences, Nursing Science
University of Technology Sydney
1985 - 1988

Contact Information

Castle Hill, NSW

LocationSuite 24, 15-17 Terminus Street, Castle Hill, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number(02) 989..

Practice Certificate

Name
Melissa Anne Ceccato
Date of Admission
2008
Certification type
Principal of a law practice
Class
Law Practice
Region
PARRAMATTA DISTRICT
CheckLast checked: 8 Aug 2025
Checked with the The Law Society of NSW

Practice Categories

Family Law
  • Enforcement Orders
Litigation & Disputes
  • Building and Construction