David Griffiths – Principal Solicitor
David has practised as a Solicitor in the Bega Valley for 30 years. He graduated from the University of New South Wales with degrees in Commerce and Law and also holds a Masters degree in Taxation. He made his “sea change” in 1982, leaving his position in a large Sydney commercial firm to take up practice with well established local firm ‘Trench, Warby and Parbery’.
David has extensive experience in all areas of general legal practice including conveyancing, family law, motor vehicle and employment insurance matters, wills, probate and court appearances. David is available for appointments in our Bega, Merimbula & Eden offices
Anna O’Connell – Solicitor
Anna has been with the firm since 2007 and completed her Law Degree through Macquarie University, graduating with honours. Anna completed a Masters degree, majoring in family law, in 2015. Anna is available for appointments in our Bega and Merimbula offices.
Esther Colson – Solicitor
Esther was born and educated in the Bega Valley. Esther holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Master in Laws (Legal Practice). After working full time as a legal officer for the Department of Immigration & Citizenship in Canberra, Esther returned to the Far South Coast to begin working in a private practice. Esther holds experience in many areas of general practice. Esther is available for appointments in our Bega, Merimbula & Eden offices.
Kristy McBain – Solicitor
Kristy was born and educated in the Bega Valley. Kristy holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) and as a Solicitor covers all areas of law. Kristy has a keen interest in the property market and has gained her experience in commercial law in Canberra firms before relocating back to the Bega Valley. Kristy is available for appointments in our Bega, Merimbula & Eden offices.
Amanda Westerlaken – Lic. Conveyancer & JP
amanda.westerlaken@dglegal.com.au
Amanda holds a Diploma in Teaching, a Graduate Diploma in Law and is a Licensed Conveyancer. Amanda is also a Justice of the Peace. Amanda has been working in the area since 1991 and specialises in conveyancing. Amanda formerly worked in conveyancing and general law with legal firms in Canberra. Amanda can be contacted at our Merimbula office.
Tracey West – Paralegal & JP
Tracey was born and educated in the Bega Valley and has been working in the area since 1981 as a Paralegal. Tracey works mainly in the Conveyancing field and is also a Justice of the Peace. Tracey can be contacted at our Bega office.
Yvette Ringland – Paralegal & JP
yvette.ringland@dglegal.com.au
Yvette has grown up and was educated in the Bega Valley. Yvette works mainly in the family law, workers compensation and insurance claims fields and is also a Justice of the Peace. Yvette can be contacted at our Bega office.
Jacqui Bentsen – Account Manager
Jacqui is the account manager for the firm. Jacqui has worked in the legal industry for over 20 years. Jacqui can be contacted at our Bega office.
Kellie Nichols – Lic. Conveyancer & JP
Kellie holds a Bachelor of Science and is a qualified Licensed Conveyancer completing her Licensed Conveyancing course through Macquarie University. She has a number of years experience in conveyancing and general law with a law firm in Canberra. Kellie is also a Justice of the Peace. Kellie can be contacted at our Eden office.
Carmel Barrett – Paralegal
Carmel was born and educated in the Bega Valley. Carmel has been working as a paralegal in the Bega Valley area since 1975. Carmel mainly works in the Conveyancing field. Carmel can be contacted at our Merimbula office.
Kaycee West – Paralegal & JP
Kaycee was born and educated in the Bega Valley. Kaycee mainly works in the Probate & Wills field and is also a Justice of the Peace. Kaycee can be contacted at our Bega office.
Ashley Severs – Paralegal & JP
Ashley was born and educated in the Bega Valley. Ashley mainly works in the Probate & Wills field and is also a Justice of the Peace. Ashley can be contacted at the Merimbula & Eden offices.
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annah Newell – Paralegal & JP
Hannah was educated in the Bega Valley. Hannah mainly works in the Conveyancing field from our Bega Office and is also a Justice of the Peace.
Nikki Perry – Receptionist/Administration
Nikki was born and educated in the Bega Valley. Nikki attends to all reception and administrative tasks and provides assistance in all areas of law in our Bega office.