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Derek Vale
Derek Vale

Derek Vale

Sole Director Vale Law

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Valentine, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number(02) 494..
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About Derek

Derek Vale has practised as the sole director and principal lawyer of Vale Law since June 2011. Based in the Lake Macquarie and Newcastle area, Derek provides a wide range of legal services to clients throughout the Hunter region and beyond. His practice covers conveyancing and property law, business and commercial matters, wills and estates, planning, family law, and general litigation. With over 14 years leading Vale Law, Derek has developed extensive experience handling diverse legal issues that meet the needs of individuals, families and businesses in the local community. His commitment to clear communication and practical solutions ensures clients receive reliable advice tailored to their circumstances.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law
Estate Planning
Family Law
Litigation & Disputes
Property Law

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Experience

Sole Director, Principal Lawyer
Sole Director, Principal Lawyer
Vale Law
May 2011 - Present · 14 years 8 months
Secretary
Secretary
Live for Kids Inc
May 2010 - Jun 2013 · 3 years 1 month
Senior Vice President
Senior Vice President
Newcastle Law Society Inc
Jan 2010 - Jan 2013 · 3 years
Principal Solicitor - Director
Principal Solicitor - Director
Envoy Lawyers
Aug 2008 - Jun 2011 · 2 years 10 months
Employed Solicitor
Employed Solicitor
Bilbie Dan Solicitors
Jul 2005 - Jul 2008 · 3 years
Employed Solicitor
Employed Solicitor
Trisley Kilmurray Solicitors
Feb 2004 - Jul 2005 · 1 year 5 months
Lawyer
Lawyer
Derek Vale
Jan 2004 - Present · 22 years
Junior Surveyor/ Civil Engineer
Junior Surveyor/ Civil Engineer
Pulver Cooper and Blackley
May 1999 - Aug 1999 · 3 months

Education

LLB, Dip Leg Prac, Law
LLB, Dip Leg Prac, Law
University of Newcastle
2000 - 2003
B. Surv (Hons), Surveying/ Civil Engineering
B. Surv (Hons), Surveying/ Civil Engineering
University of Newcastle
1994 - 1999

Contact Information

Valentine, NSW

Location46 The Hill, Valentine, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number(02) 494..

Practice Certificate

Name
Derek James Vale
Date of Admission
2004
Certification type
Principal of a law practice
Class
Law Practice
Region
NEWCASTLE
CheckLast checked: 18 Jan 2026
Checked with the The Law Society of NSW