Lawyers of Preston acts for people and businesses in Hawthorn and across Melbourne's inner east — from family and injury matters to property and commercial. Speak to a lawyer online, or from our Reservoir office.
Whatever's brought you here — a family matter, an injury, a property deal or a business decision — we'll explain it plainly and give Hawthorn residents a clear next step.
Hawthorn is an established inner-east suburb with a mix of heritage homes, young families, and professionals. Residents and small business owners here often seek advice on property matters—sales, purchases, and neighbour disputes—as well as family arrangements after separation, wills, and estate planning. Local shopkeepers and tradespeople sometimes need help with contract issues or employment questions.
Hawthorn's character as an older residential area means property boundaries, shared fences, and building work can become contentious. When neighbours disagree or work crosses into someone else's land, many people don't know whether to act first or try talking it through. A good first step is to write down what happened, take photos, and gather any letters or agreements—then discuss the situation with a lawyer who can suggest whether negotiation, mediation, or formal action makes sense.
Separation, parenting & property settlements.
TAC, WorkCover & public liability claims.
Repairs, hire car & costs recovered.
Wills, powers of attorney, probate.
Buying, selling & transferring property.
Charges, court & licence matters.
Contracts, leases, disputes.
We appear for you across VIC.
Take the free claim check or call us — we'll tell you where you stand and what to do next, at no cost.
Leave your name and number — we call you straight back, usually within 2 minutes (8am–8pm), to understand your situation and book you in with the right lawyer. No cost, no obligation. Outside those hours we'll text you and call first thing.
We meet clients online right across Victoria — or in person at 911 High Street, Reservoir VIC 3073.
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