Despina Priala

Despina Priala, Director at Priala Legal Pty Ltd, has over 25 years of expertise in property and commercial law, particularly on the Gold Coast. Her career includes a significant role as legal counsel for the prominent Sunland Group between 2004 and 2006, a period marked by Sunland's expansion into the Middle East and notable projects like the Q1 - The World’s Tallest Residential Tower and Palazzo Versace. An Inaugural Law Graduate of Bond University, Despina holds a Bachelor of Laws and was admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland in 1994, with further admission to the High Court of Australia. Her commitment to the legal profession is evidenced by 25 years of membership with the QLD Law Society, and she has been recognised with a 25-year pin. In 2022, she accepted an honorary role on the Qld Law Society's Property and Development Law Committee, contributing her extensive knowledge to law reform initiatives affecting the state's property market. Despina established Priala Legal in 2007 with a focus on delivering boutique legal services tailored to the Queensland property market. She is deeply committed to fostering personal, effective communication with her clients, ensuring high-quality service and successful relationships. Her previous roles include senior associate positions at various well-regarded law firms where she managed numerous property developments and investment schemes. Her profound understanding of residential investment property and real property law has been a consistent focus throughout her career. As a dedicated legal professional, Despina continues to apply her vast experience to serve her clients with diligence and integrity.