Nicole qualified in 2008 and has over a decade of experience as a litigation lawyer. Prior to entering the law, she had a career in the Corrections, Prisons and Parole service in Victoria. She brings this rounded perspective to her work as Special Counsel at CIE Legal, providing straightforward, practical, workable advice. Nicole is known for her strong work ethic, ability to handle complex disputes, excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
She has appeared in all State Courts, VCAT and Federal Circuit Court, both as instructor and as advocate.
Nicole’s areas of practice include:
planning
construction – domestic and commercial
property, including leasing, easements, adverse possession and owners corporation
breach of contract, general commercial and consumer law matters
security of payment claims
shareholder, partnership and unit trust disputes
directors’ penalty notices, statutory demands, wind-up applications and unfair practice claims
estate and family provision claims
Number of children's birthday cakes home-made
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Cases settled