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Commercial and property law

We're experts in finance and leasing issues, business structuring, purchase agreements, and property law.

Conveyancing

Here to help with first homes, family farms, commercial leases, business contracts and more.

Family law

Talk to us about divorce, child custody issues or family disputes.

Employment law

Here to protect you from discrimination, unfair dismissal and other work-related disputes.

Defamation

Experiencing defamation of character, loss of reputation, or injurious falsehood? We're here to help

Criminal law

We can represent you for homicide offences, firearm offences, dishonesty offences or white-collar crimes.

Wills and succession planning

We'll make sure your assets and estate are properly looked after when you die

Estates

We're experts in deceased estates, applying for letters of administration, and obtaining grant of probates.

Contested wills & estates

Want to challenge and contest a will, or get advice about a disputed will? We're here to help

Litigation and dispute resolution

Talk to us about contract disputes, corporate and personal insolvency, debt recovery, and IP disputes.

Agricultural law

Talk to us about farm debt mediation, Australian wine laws, and navigating agricultural law.

Aboriginal land rights

We negotiate with corporate entities, represent employment matters, and advise about land rights.

Personal Injury claims

We can help you get personal injury compensation for minor injuries through to catastrophic injuries.

Asbestos claims

Car accident injury claims

Medical negligence

Public liability

Superannuation Total and Permanent Disability claims

Workers’ compensation

No Win No Fee lawyers

Renewable energy law

Talk to us about solar farms, wind turbines, and pursuing other renewable energy projects in Australia.

International law

We're experts in cross border litigation, foreign investment, and companies wanting to invest in SA.
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Who we are
Who we are

About us

Our team of specialist lawyers and conveyancers help solve problems for people so that they can get on with the things that matter most.

Our story

Founded in 1946, we're proud to be celebrating over 76 years of rich history.

Careers

Join a progressive law and conveyancing firm that offers stimulating work from a broad range of clients.
Locations
Locations

We firmly believe that every South Australian deserves expert, empathetic legal advice, which is why we’re passionate about providing every corner of our great state with access to legal advice when they need it.

Adelaide

Salisbury

Murray Bridge

Clare

Port Augusta

Whyalla

Roxby Downs
Our news and ideas
Our news and ideas

Your guide to will and estate planning

Here’s everything you need to know about will and estate planning, from what a will is to grounds for contesting a will.

6 things farmers should know about solar & wind farm lease agreements

Have you been approached by an Operator about a wind farm lease? Our team answers common questions farmers have about putting a wind turbine on their land.

Your guide to car accident injury claims

Been involved in a car accident? This guide will teach you everything you need to know about car accident injury claims.

How to handle a breach of a commercial lease

Has your tenant missed rent? Defaults on commercial leases & non-payment are common. Here’s how to evict a commercial tenant – the right way.

Getting divorced in South Australia

How do you divorce in Australia? Laws can differ by state – here’s how the divorce process in South Australia works.

Stressed about settlement dates? Start here

Choosing a conveyancer who knows how to manage delayed settlements is more important than ever – normal house settlement periods have changed!
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Commercial and property law Conveyancing Family law Employment law Defamation Criminal law Wills and succession planning Estates Contested wills & estates Litigation and dispute resolution Agricultural law Aboriginal land rights Personal Injury claims Asbestos claims Car accident injury claims Medical negligence Public liability Superannuation Total and Permanent Disability claims Workers’ compensation No Win No Fee lawyers Renewable energy law International law

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Your guide to will and estate planning 6 things farmers should know about solar & wind farm lease agreements Your guide to car accident injury claims How to handle a breach of a commercial lease Getting divorced in South Australia Stressed about settlement dates? Start here

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What is an Advanced Care Directive?

The new Advanced Care Directive (ACD), introduced on 1 July 2014, enables you (if you’re over 18 and of sound mind) to appoint one or more substitute decision-makers to make decisions regarding your future care, including your health care.