McAneny Lawyers

Woonona, NSW | Helensburgh, NSW

(02) 428..

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About Us

McAneny Lawyers has been serving the Illawarra community with dedication and expertise for over a century, combining deep local knowledge with extensive legal experience. Established in its current form for more than 20 years and tracing its heritage back over 50 years, the firm is well-regarded for its professionalism and commitment to the region. Led by principal solicitor Steven McAneny, who brings more than 30 years in the legal profession, the team approaches each matter with a focus on understanding client needs and delivering efficient, pragmatic advice. The firm operates from its head office in Woonona, with additional offices in Helensburgh and Sutherland, enabling them to effectively serve clients throughout the Illawarra, Sydney, Nowra, the South Coast, and beyond. Their solicitors are readily available to attend courts and engagements across New South Wales and interstate, ensuring personalised representation wherever required. McAneny Lawyers offers assistance across a broad spectrum of legal areas including business law, criminal law, family law, conveyancing, and wills and estates. The firm has a strong connection to the community, supporting local sporting and service clubs as well as university students, reflecting a genuine commitment beyond legal practice. Clients benefit from a team of experienced and approachable legal professionals who prioritise clear communication and cost-effective solutions. With McAneny Lawyers, clients can trust in the value of extensive experience paired with dedicated service.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law

Criminal & Traffic

Estate Planning

Family Law

Property Law

Specialisations

Criminal & Traffic

McAneny Lawyers offer comprehensive representation in criminal and traffic law matters, providing clients with clear communication and compassionate support throughout the legal process. Their team frequently acts on behalf of clients facing charges under both State and Commonwealth law, with experience ranging from common assaults and drug offences to serious crimes such as manslaughter and sexual offences. They advocate aggressively across various courts including Local, District, Supreme, and Court of Criminal Appeal, ensuring clients receive informed and proactive defence strategies tailored to their circumstances. In addition to criminal defence, McAneny Lawyers handle an extensive range of traffic law issues, including licence suspension appeals, drink driving offences, dangerous driving charges, and heavy vehicle matters. Their approach emphasises transparency and cost-effective solutions, often offering fixed-fee arrangements to provide clients with certainty around costs. The firm also represents clients in commissions, inquiries, and tribunals, lending their expertise to complex investigations and administrative matters related to criminal justice and regulatory compliance.

Estate Planning

McAneny Lawyers offers a comprehensive and personalised service in wills and estates, guiding clients through the complexities of estate and succession planning. With over 100 years of combined experience, their team assists in creating tailored estate plans, including wills, powers of attorney, and enduring guardians appointments, while considering clients’ unique personal and financial circumstances. They also collaborate with financial advisors and accountants to ensure a seamless and thorough approach. In addition, McAneny Lawyers provides expert assistance with probate and letters of administration, supporting executors and administrators through asset management, debt settlement, and lawful distribution of estates. Their experience extends to estate litigation, skillfully handling family provision claims, will validity challenges, and disputes relating to estate distribution. The firm is committed to delivering practical advice and personal attention to resolve these sensitive matters efficiently and with compassion.