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Thornton + King

Thornton + King

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Balmain, NSW | Hornsby, NSW | Willoughby, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number1300 210..
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About Us

Thornton + King is a boutique law firm with offices in Balmain, Willoughby, and Hornsby, New South Wales, offering practical and efficient legal advice tailored to your needs. Our team delivers clear, straightforward guidance across various areas of law, including property law and conveyancing, business and commercial law, family law and divorce, wills and estates, debt recovery, as well as litigation and dispute resolution. With extensive experience in property law, our team is well-equipped to assist with complex property transactions, ensuring that clients receive informed and reliable advice. Our business and commercial lawyers handle a broad range of matters, including business transactions and commercial documentation, supporting clients in achieving their commercial objectives. In family law, we provide compassionate and comprehensive advice on matters such as divorce and other family-related issues. Our wills and estates lawyers assist with estate planning, preparation of wills, and managing probate matters to help clients plan for the future confidently. Additionally, our litigation team regularly appears in courts across New South Wales, managing commercial disputes with a focus on achieving effective resolutions. At Thornton + King, we prioritise clear communication and responsiveness, ensuring clients feel supported throughout their legal processes. By embracing technology, we offer flexible service delivery, including virtual consultations and streamlined document management, designed to reduce costs and increase convenience without compromising personal service. Our approach is centred on delivering results rather than adhering to tradition, allowing us to provide innovative and client-focused legal solutions. Located just minutes from the Sydney CBD, our offices provide easy access and parking for those wishing to meet face-to-face. Thornton + King is committed to making the law simple and accessible, offering transparent pricing and fixed fee quotes to provide peace of mind at every stage. Our priority is to understand and address your legal needs promptly and effectively.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law
Estate Planning
Family Law
Litigation & Disputes
Property Law

Specialisations

Family Law

Thornton + King is a seasoned law firm with extensive experience in family law matters, supporting professionals, business owners, and high net worth individuals through complex divorce proceedings, property settlements, child custody arrangements, and binding financial agreements. Backed by nearly a century of practice, they offer tailored advice and guidance, blending collaborative law, mediation, and assertive litigation strategies to meet the unique needs of each client. Their multidisciplinary team, which includes commercial and property law practitioners, is well-equipped to manage the division of diverse and intricate assets, including business holdings, ensuring a comprehensive approach to family law challenges. Committed to personalised communication and commercially informed advice, Thornton + King prioritise clarity and client security throughout every stage of the family law process.

Property Law

Thornton + King’s property law team is highly experienced in handling a broad range of property-related transactions and disputes across Australia. Their expertise encompasses all facets of conveyancing for residential, commercial, and industrial properties, ensuring smooth and legally sound property purchases and sales. Whether assisting with first-home buyers or complex mixed-use developments off the plan, they provide clear and practical legal guidance throughout every stage. In addition to conveyancing, the team offers comprehensive advice on general property law matters such as stamp duty, FIRB requirements, and the impact of easements or title restrictions. Their services extend to property development, including site acquisitions and off-the-plan sales, negotiation and registration of easements and covenants, preparation and registration of strata scheme by-laws, as well as drafting and reviewing retail and commercial lease agreements. This wide-ranging expertise supports clients in navigating the legal complexities of property transactions with confidence and clarity.

Our Team

Karunn Shahani

Karunn Shahani

Principal Lawyer and Managing Director

locationBalmain, NSW

Specialises in

Commercial LawProperty LawLitigation & Disputes
Richard Harvey

Richard Harvey

Special Counsel

locationHornsby, NSW

Specialises in

Property Law
Gabrielle Hardy

Gabrielle Hardy

Lawyer

locationHornsby, NSW

Specialises in

Commercial LawEstate PlanningLitigation & Disputes

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Awards

2025
Finalist - Property Team of the Year
Lawyers Weekly
2024
2024 Fast Firm
Australasian Lawyer
2024
Law Firm of the Year
Australasian Lawyer
2024
Finalist - Property Team of the Year
Lawyers Weekly

Office Locations

Balmain, NSW

Location45 Evans Street, Balmain, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number1300 210..

Hornsby, NSW

LocationLevel 3, 45-47 Hunter Street, Hornsby, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number1300 210..

Willoughby, NSW

Location3, 48 Penshurst Street, Willoughby, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number1300 210..

Practice Categories

Estate Planning
  • Deceased Estates
  • Disputes
  • Estate Administration
  • Guardianship
  • Power of Attorney
  • Probate
  • Wills and Estates
Family Law
  • De facto Relationships
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Financial Agreements
  • Mediation
  • Parenting and Child Support
  • Property and Financial Settlement
Litigation & Disputes
  • Building and Construction
  • Debt Recovery
Property Law
  • Conveyancing
  • Leases