Somerville Legal

North Sydney, NSW | Newcastle, NSW

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About Us

Somerville Legal, located in North Sydney and Newcastle, is renowned for blending the advantages of both boutique and large firm environments. Our dedicated team offers comprehensive legal services tailored to meet each client's unique needs. In our Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice, we focus on achieving pragmatic outcomes, providing strategic guidance to navigate disputes effectively. Similarly, our Family Law team operates with empathy, aiming to facilitate amicable separations that prioritise family welfare. Our expertise extends into Wills and Estate Planning, where precise advice and thorough planning ensure clients' futures are handled with clarity and confidence. The Business and Tax team, recognised for its proficiency by the Law Society of NSW, supports businesses with insightful advice on structures, transactions, and compliance, helping them thrive in a complex legal landscape. In the realm of Strata Matters, we cater to diverse clients, such as lot owners and Owners Corporations, with effective counsel on all facets of Strata Law. Property and Conveyancing are handled with the utmost care to minimise stress for our clients. Our experience in property transactions guarantees a seamless and supportive process. The diverse team of legal professionals at Somerville Legal includes solicitors experienced in Commercial Law, Litigation, and Family Law, as well as accredited experts in Business Law and Wills and Estates. With a strong commitment to delivering legally sound and practical advice, we ensure our clients' interests are prioritised with precision and personalised attention.

Practice Areas

Estate Planning

Family Law

Strata Law

Specialisations

Estate Planning

At Somerville Legal, the solicitors offer comprehensive estate planning services to ensure your wishes are meticulously documented and safeguarded against potential challenges. Recognising the pitfalls that often accompany generic "will kits," their expert guidance enables the drafting of precise and enforceable wills. This attention to detail prevents unnecessary legal disputes, safeguarding the integrity of your estate. Whether dealing with straightforward or more complex scenarios, their solicitors are dedicated to ensuring that your final testament genuinely reflects your intentions and covers all eventualities. An important element of their estate planning advice includes the strategic use of testamentary trusts. These trusts provide a mechanism for securely transferring assets to beneficiaries while safeguarding them from external claims by creditors or spouses. Moreover, testamentary trusts empower beneficiaries with control over the assets without direct ownership, offering both protection and the opportunity for potential tax benefits. Somerville Legal's adept understanding of the nuances of estate planning not only shields your assets but also optimises them for your beneficiaries’ advantage.

Family Law

The family law team at Somerville Legal is dedicated to assisting clients through the complexities and emotional demands of family law matters. Their commitment to providing practical and efficient legal advice is designed to help resolve issues promptly, enabling clients to move forward confidently. The team appreciates the financial and emotional strain these situations place on families and is focused on guiding clients through the legal process with both empathy and expertise. By employing a comprehensive understanding of family law, Somerville Legal’s team offers support in various matters, ensuring that clients receive tailored solutions that address their unique circumstances. Their approach is rooted in achieving the most favourable outcomes swiftly, whilst minimising stress and preserving the client’s best interests. This dedication to client care and practical resolution underscores their role as trusted advisors during challenging times.