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Richard Harvey

Richard Harvey

Principal Solicitor Richard Harvey & Associates

location
Mosman, NSW
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Richard Harvey is the Principal Solicitor bringing extensive experience in property law to his practice. He has held the role of President of the Law Society of New South Wales, serving in 2020, and has been influential as Chair of the Property Law Committee of the Society. Between 2016 and 2021, Richard chaired the Law Society of New South Wales Specialist Accreditation Board, overseeing the standards for legal professionals in the state. His commitment to governance and professional development is also reflected in his tenure as a Councillor and Director of the New South Wales Law Society from 2010 to 2021, and as a Director of Lawcover Insurance Pty Limited from 2015 to 2021. Beyond the legal arena, Richard applies his leadership skills as Chair of The Appeals Committee for the New South Wales Suburban Rugby Union, and as President and Patron of the Petersham Rugby Club. Richard is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, aligning his legal expertise with strong organisational governance experience. His career reflects a deep dedication to both property law and the broader legal community, ensuring clients benefit from a lawyer who combines practical knowledge with recognised professional credibility.

Practice Areas

Property Law

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Experience

Special Counsel
Special Counsel
Thornton + King
Jun 2023 - Present · 2 years 1 month
Immediate Past President
Immediate Past President
The Law Society of NSW
Dec 2020 - Dec 2021 · 1 year
Chair of the Property Law Committee
Chair of the Property Law Committee
The Law Society of NSW
Dec 2011 - Present · 13 years 7 months
Councillor/Director
Councillor/Director
The Law Society of NSW
Sep 2010 - Dec 2021 · 11 years 3 months
Chair of the Appeals Committee
Chair of the Appeals Committee
NSW Suburban Rugby Union
Dec 2005 - Present · 19 years 7 months
Principal Solicitor
Principal Solicitor
Richard Harvey & Associates
Dec 1992 - Jun 2023 · 30 years 6 months
Solicitor
Solicitor
Dettmann & Dettmann
Dec 1981 - Dec 1992 · 11 years

Education

Graduate
Graduate
Australian Institute of Company Directors
2015
Accredited Specialist in Property Law
Accredited Specialist in Property Law
The Law Society of New South Wales
2004
B.Juris., LL.B.
B.Juris., LL.B.
UNSW
1980

Contact Information

Mosman, NSW

Location18A Spit Road, Mosman, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number(02) 996..

Practice Certificate

Name
Richard John Harvey
Date of Admission
1981
Specialisations
Property Law
Certification type
Employee of a law practice
Class
Law Practice
Region
NORTH METROPOLITAN
CheckLast checked: 14 Jul 2025
Checked with the The Law Society of NSW

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