O'Hearn Lawyers

O'Hearn Lawyers is a leading mid-size law firm based in Newcastle and Sydney, renowned for offering professional, timely, and practical legal solutions since its establishment in 1988. Our firm is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal services across a broad range of practice areas including Business and Commercial Law, Family Law, Superannuation and Trusts, and Criminal Law. Our team of qualified lawyers is committed to delivering effective solutions, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our clients. In Business and Commercial Law, we offer expertise in resolving commercial disputes, handling business transactions such as the buying or selling of businesses, and managing commercial and retail leases. Our knowledge extends to debt recovery, employment law, workplace health and safety compliance, Australian Consumer Law disputes, and intellectual property matters. We also have significant experience with the Personal Property Securities Act 2009, insurance law, and estate and succession planning. Our Property Law services encompass both residential and commercial real estate transactions, including complex rural properties and unique developments. We facilitate mortgage and loan facilities and provide guidance on related party transfers, retirement living, and building contracts. Our assistance extends to managing deceased estate properties and executing property transactions under Powers of Attorney. In the realm of Wills and Estates, O'Hearn Lawyers offers comprehensive estate planning services to ensure clients' wishes are accurately represented and executed. We prepare and manage Wills, testamentary trusts, and powers of attorney, helping clients safeguard their assets and minimise tax implications. Our expertise includes handling probate and estate administration, as well as business succession planning. For Family Law, we provide guidance and representation in matters of divorce, property settlements, and parenting arrangements. Our firm assists clients in navigating the complexities of family law, including applications for family law orders, spousal maintenance, and private child support arrangements. We also offer legal advice and assistance with pre-nuptial agreements, surrogacy, and issues affecting the LGBTIQ+ community. O'Hearn Lawyers is devoted to making the legal process as straightforward and accessible as possible, ensuring our clients fully understand each step and their legal rights. Our philosophy is rooted in simplifying complexities, delivering clear and actionable advice to achieve successful legal outcomes.