Chelsey Grbcic

Chelsey Grbcic is a partner and leads the Commercial Litigation team, bringing over ten years of dedicated experience to her role. She is well-versed in managing both small and large-scale commercial disputes, with particular expertise in contractual disagreements, employment-related disputes representing both employers and employees, debt recovery, and property and building-related matters. Chelsey has represented a diverse client base, including private companies and individuals, acting both in individual and group proceedings. Her approach centres on professionalism, transparency, and a strong commitment to client service, which has fostered enduring relationships and repeat business. Clients benefit from Chelsey’s solution-focused attitude and strategic mindset. She prioritises understanding the broader context of each matter, ensuring that legal strategies align with her clients’ commercial objectives. This reflective approach means clients receive personalised attention, with a lawyer who genuinely values their relationship and keeps their best interests at the forefront. Throughout her career, Chelsey has delivered significant outcomes. She acted for more than 30 clients involved in a high-profile telecommunications scam, contributing to precedent-setting decisions upheld by the High Court of Australia. Additionally, during the COVID-19 pandemic, Chelsey collaborated with pre-insolvency experts to negotiate the settlement of a secured debt exceeding $1.7 million, thereby safeguarding a longstanding family business from insolvency. In another case, she successfully recovered half a million dollars for clients in a contractual dispute with a builder, achieving a settlement without resorting to an expensive trial. Chelsey’s clients appreciate her professionalism, efficiency, and empathy, with one former client noting her willingness to engage beyond office hours and the considerate manner in which she handles matters. Her commitment to going the extra mile ensures that clients receive not only expert legal representation but also personalised support throughout their litigation journey.