Tamar Legal

What is Tamar Legal?

Tamar Legal is a modern and innovative law firm founded in 2024 that prioritizes client engagement and delivers efficient, professional, and cost-effective legal services across Tasmania. The firm distinguishes itself through its client-focused approach, plain English communication style, and commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes while maintaining accessibility to justice for all clients.

What services does Tamar Legal offer?

• Estate and Guardianship Disputes: Comprehensive estate litigation services including contentious probate actions, Testators Family Maintenance (TFM) applications, guardianship disputes, and general estate conflict resolution
• Dispute Resolution: Full-spectrum civil litigation support covering Magistrates Court and Supreme Court matters, debt recovery, TASCAT tribunal representation, alternative dispute resolution, and professional advocacy services
• Criminal Law and Traffic Matters: Defense representation for summary and indictable crimes, traffic offences, family violence orders, restraint orders, drink driving cases, restricted driver licence applications, firearms matters, and police pre-interview advice
• Family Violence: Specialized assistance with applications for family violence orders, modifications to existing orders, negotiations with Tasmania Police Prosecutions, and engagement with Tasmania Police Safeathome initiatives
• Self-Represented Parties: Guidance and support for individuals representing themselves in Magistrates Court minor civil claims, TASCAT proceedings, witness preparation, and general legal advisory services
• Other Practice Areas: Diverse legal services encompassing council and planning matters, anti-discrimination cases, consumer disputes, administrative law, disciplinary proceedings, insurance disputes, residential property transactions, and trusts & equity matters

Why choose Tamar Legal as your lawyer?

Tamar Legal distinguishes itself through its pragmatic, solutions-based approach that combines confident courtroom advocacy with exploration of alternative dispute resolution avenues. The firm maintains transparent communication by keeping clients informed throughout every step of the legal process while delivering quality advice in plain English without legal jargon. This client-centric philosophy, coupled with cost-effective service delivery and genuine belief in access to justice, makes Tamar Legal an approachable and friendly choice for legal representation across Tasmania, interstate, and overseas matters.

Who are the attorneys at Tamar Legal?

Michael Larcombe serves as Principal Lawyer, bringing extensive experience from practicing in both Tasmania and Queensland since his 2012 admission to the Supreme Court of Tasmania. Holding dual LL.B. and B.A. degrees from the University of Tasmania (2011), Michael established and supervised a criminal practice in Brisbane before returning to Tasmania in 2018. His expertise spans civil litigation, criminal litigation, wills and estates, debt recovery, and representation across multiple courts and tribunals including the Magistrates Court, Supreme Court, TASCAT, and Fair Work Commission. Supporting the legal team is Gus, the Chief Morale Officer, a Chinese Crested Powderpuff who has provided companionship and mood-lifting services since 2023.

How much does Tamar Legal cost?

Tamar Legal provides cost-effective legal services with a commitment to accessible justice for all clients. The firm offers flexible consultation methods including Zoom, MS Teams, telephone, and in-office appointments to minimize client costs and maximize convenience. Specific pricing information is available upon consultation, with the firm maintaining transparency in its fee structure aligned with its mission to deliver professional services at reasonable rates.

Where is Tamar Legal located?

Tamar Legal operates from two strategic locations in Tasmania to serve clients across Launceston, Devonport, and surrounding regions. The primary office address is PO Box 630, Launceston, TAS, Australia, with additional consultation facilities available in Devonport by appointment. Clients can reach the firm at +61 455 401 163 or office@tamarlegal.com.au during business hours: Monday through Thursday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The firm's website at https://www.tamarlegal.com.au/ provides additional information and resources for prospective clients.