Sonja Daly

Sonja Daly, the Managing Partner at Watkins Tapsell, brings over 31 years of expertise in commercial litigation. Renowned for her dedication to resolving complex disputes, she strives to deliver legal solutions tailored to safeguard her clients' commercial interests. Sonja offers comprehensive advice in commercial dispute resolution, encompassing mediation, arbitration, and litigation, with particular focus on building and construction, property, strata, and insurance disputes. Her experience is further enriched by her previous roles as a Local Court Arbitrator and a General Member of the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal, where she honed her skills in both hearings and conciliations. Since joining Watkins Tapsell as a Solicitor in 1994, Sonja advanced to Partner in 1998, and in 2004 became the Managing Partner. Her leadership is marked by mentoring her team and fostering a client-centred culture, ensuring that each client receives efficient and attentive service. The firm caters to a diverse clientele, from families and individuals to small businesses and larger companies, all benefiting from the extensive legal expertise offered by Sonja and her team. Sonja's academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws from UNSW, followed by a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the University of Technology Sydney. Her early legal experience includes paralegal positions at Campbelltown Legal Centre and Burnside Adolescent Legal Service, offering a solid foundation for her distinguished career in law.