Southern Waters Legal

What is Southern Waters Legal?

Southern Waters Legal is a boutique law firm founded in 2009 by Simon Bennett and Leona Bennett, specializing in family law, estate planning, property law, and commercial law services throughout Sydney's Sutherland Shire and beyond. With over 20 solicitors including multiple Accredited Specialists, the firm operates from four strategic locations across Sydney while maintaining a commitment to making law simple and providing empathy-led, results-driven legal solutions for individuals and businesses.

What services does Southern Waters Legal offer?

Southern Waters Legal offers comprehensive legal services across six core practice areas:

• Family Law & Relationship Matters: Complete family law services including child support arrangements, domestic violence and ADVO protection, post-separation guidance, and collaborative divorce solutions led by Accredited Specialists
• Estate Planning & Succession Services: Comprehensive estate planning including wills preparation, power of attorney documentation, guardianship arrangements, deceased estate administration, probate services, elder law guidance, and testamentary trust establishment
• Property Law & Conveyancing: Full-service property transaction support including residential and commercial conveyancing, property transfers, and real estate legal documentation
• Business Law & Structuring: Strategic business formation advice, corporate structuring solutions, and ongoing business legal support for enterprises of all sizes
• Commercial Disputes & Litigation: Professional commercial litigation services including debt recovery proceedings, contract disputes, and business conflict resolution
• Superannuation & Taxation Law: Specialized superannuation advice and taxation law services to optimize financial structures and ensure compliance

Why choose Southern Waters Legal as your lawyer?

Clients choose Southern Waters Legal for their unrivalled customer service and intimate client relationships that result in 100% client recommendation rates based on verified reviews. The firm's team includes Accredited Specialists in Family Law and Wills & Estate Planning, with Special Counsel Michael Perkins co-authoring the authoritative text "Estate Planning: A Practical Guide for Estate and Financial Services Professionals, 6th Edition". Southern Waters Legal distinguishes itself through innovative, cost-effective solutions delivered by a unified team following shared processes, ensuring streamlined and highly personalized service that transforms complex legal matters into simple, practical outcomes.

Who are the attorneys at Southern Waters Legal?

The attorneys at Southern Waters Legal comprise a distinguished team of over 20 solicitors led by co-founders Simon Bennett and Leona Bennett, an Accredited Specialist and Collaborative Lawyer in Family Law. The leadership team includes Special Counsel Michael Perkins (TEP, MICW) specializing in wills and estates, Special Counsel Adeline Schiralli serving as an Accredited Specialist and Adjunct Lecturer at the College of Law, Special Counsel Graeme Heckenberg focusing on wills and commercial law, and Special Counsel Mary Alice Bannister handling estates and property matters. The firm also features Accredited Specialists Janette Kveytel in Wills & Estates and Kristy Durrant in Family Law, supported by a comprehensive team of solicitors and graduate lawyers across all practice areas.

How much does Southern Waters Legal cost?

Southern Waters Legal provides cost-effective legal solutions with transparent pricing structures tailored to each client's specific needs and circumstances. The firm emphasizes delivering practical advice and innovative solutions designed to minimize overall legal costs while maintaining the highest service standards. Clients receive detailed cost estimates during initial consultations, with flexible payment arrangements available to accommodate various financial situations.

Where is Southern Waters Legal located?

Southern Waters Legal operates from four convenient locations across Sydney to serve clients throughout NSW and Australia. The headquarters is located at Suite 2, 1 Kingsway, Cronulla NSW 2230, with additional offices in Sydney CBD at Level 11, Suite 2a/92 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000, Avalon Beach at Shop 8/20 Avalon Parade, Avalon Beach NSW 2107, and Menai at Level 1, Suite C3 Menai Marketplace, 152-194 Alison Crescent, Menai 2234. Clients can reach the firm at (02) 9523 5535 or visit their website at www.southernwaters.com.au for more information and online consultations.