Lawyers Wollongong

BSM Law Firm in Wollongong

Brander Smith McKnight is a Wollongong law firm with over 50 years of combined experience in assisting businesses, the local community and individuals by providing excellence in a full range of legal services.  As the law firm of choice in Wollongong BSM Lawyers will provide you with expert legal advice and strategies and outstanding court advocacy in relation to your legal matter which may include business law, family law, criminal law, wills and estates, traffic law, civil litigation and dispute resolution.  We are conveniently located within walking distance to Wollongong Courts and Wollongong Railway Station.

Our Clients and our Law Firm

Brander Smith McKnight is a highly regarded, premium Wollongong law firm, our team of professional and ethical lawyers provide personalised legal advice and strategies to address your legal requirements.  We guarantee to fight tirelessly for you and keep you well informed every step of the way.  Our lawyers take great pride in being able to to guide you through the complexities of the legal system and achieve outstanding results that meet or exceed your goals in all your legal matters.  BSM Lawyers are open, honest, transparent and always available for you.  We are highly experienced at managing all aspects of family and criminal matters and have acted on behalf of corporations, businesses and individuals in both complex and simple commercial and business disputes and negotiations.  Our lawyers are experienced and outstanding court advocates and can advise you on options to avoid costly court litigation.  We vigorously advocate for your and achieve outstanding results.  We are proud that many of our clients have continued to choose our legal services for many years.  Brander Smith McKnight is Wollongong’s law firm of choice.

1300 152 993

Call us to arrange a free 20 minute no obligation consultation that includes case evaluation and cost estimate.

Costs Involved

At Brander Smith McKnight we provide a 20 minute free consultation which includes an assessment of your legal matter including your legal options and a cost estimate.  Prior to any work being undertaken clients receive a written cost agreement and we provide weekly invoices with no surprises and full transparency.  We are always available to discuss costs.  We are a Wollongong law firm that provides premium legal services without the premium cost of a big Sydney law firm and we continue to achieve outstanding results.

1300 152 993

Call us to arrange a free 20 minute no obligation consultation that includes case evaluation and cost estimate.

Legal Services Provided by BSM in Wollongong

• Criminal Law
• Family Law
• Business and Commercial Law
• Building and Construction Law
• Wills and Estates
• Debt Recovery
• Property Law and Conveyancing
• Traffic Law

Criminal Law

Our lawyers get better results for you.  Our team of experienced criminal lawyers appear in court every day of the week.  They regularly appear in all courts, including the Local Court, the District Court, Children’s Court, Criminal Court of Appeal, Coroner’s Court and the Bail Court.  Our criminal defence lawyers have represented and advocated for clients in all criminal cases from serious matters such as murder, sexual offences and drug importation to less serious matters such as drink driving, drug possession and assault.  Our criminal defence team is extremely experienced and able to run most court matters without the added expense of a barrister.  However, for serious criminal matters we have a panel of expert barristers who we frequently engage.  You can rest assured that we will fight tirelessly in your corner and your rights will be vigorously defended.

• Assault
• Drug-Related Crime
• Fraud
• Sexual Offences
• Harassment
• Cybercrime
• Manslaughter and Murder
• Theft
• AVO

Traffic Law

We understand how important a successful result is.  A traffic matter can be a criminal offence and result in the loss of a licence or a criminal record.  Brander Smith McKnight lawyers understand that this can have a devastating effect on you, your family and your employment.  For this reason we treat each traffic case, no matter how small with the utmost care and thoroughness.  We will work relentlessly to get you the best possible results.

• Drink or Drug Driving
• Speeding Offences
• Dangerous Driving
• Negligent Driving
• Mobile Phone Use
• Appeal against Loss of Licence

Building and Construction Law

Renowned as industry experts.  Our building and construction lawyers are industry experts with years of experience handling residential, commercial and industrial, construction legal advice and building disputes.  Our clients include builders, home owners, property developers, contractors, engineers and body corporates.  We have extensive experience in every stage of the building process including pre-contract negotiations, drafting and review of construction contracts, negotiations and review of finance contracts, legal advice regarding construction claims and debt recovery and dispute resolution including adjudications and litigation in courts and tribunals.

• Home Building Disputes
• Pre-Contract Negotiations
• Construction Contract Drafts and Reviews
• Contract Negotiations and Reviews
• Construction Claims
• Debt Recovery
• Building and Construction Legal Advice
• Dispute Resolution (Adjudications and Litigation)
• Environment, Planning and Council

Business and Commercial Law

Industry experts with world renown clients.  Our team of experienced business and commercial lawyers provide professional legal advice to all business ranging from start ups and small business all the way through to large corporations, including some of the world’s leading companies and brands.  Our clients have remained loyal to the firm and we are proud to have developed long term relationships based on trust and professionalism.  We provide the full range of services to businesses in a very cost effective manner and at a considerable saving to firms with similar experience.

• Business Startup Law
• Business Sales and Purchase Law
• Business Contract Law
• Commercial Litigation Law
• Employment Law
• Commercial and Retail Lease Law
• Financial Services Law
• Shareholder Dispute Law
• Shareholder Agreements
• Director’s Duties
• Director’s Disputes

Wills and Estates

Fixed fee, compare our prices.  We always take the time to listen carefully and thoroughly to your needs, we then advise on the most appropriate documents and structure for you.  Our lawyers meticulously draft your documents and then provide you with the opportunity to review these prior to finalisation.  We pride ourselves on creating water tight documents to minimise future risks in an extremely cost effective manner with a fixed fee.  Compare our prices.  Brander Smith McKnight lawyers also provide professional legal advice and advocacy for executors and claimants .in any estate including distribution and contested estates.

• Deceased Estates
• Probate Law
• Estate Planning
• Will Disputes
• Family Trust and Asset Protection
• Power of Attorney
• Enduring Guardianship
• Drafting of Wills
• Letters of Administration

Debt Recovery

75% of debts recovered without the need for court.  We are proud to say that we recover over 75% of debts with a simple letter of demand from our firm, without the need to go to court or for mediation.  Would you like us to collect the money that is owed to you?  If court proceedings are required, we have extensive experience and run all debt recovery matters without the need for the additional expense of a barrister.  Once judgment is obtained, we understand the legal mechanisms of enforcement, such as writs, garnishee orders, bankruptcies and insolvency.

• Letters of Demand
• Writs
• Garnishee Orders
• Bankruptcy
• Insolvency

Property Law and Conveyancing

Fixed fee for conveyancing with all work performed by lawyers not conveyancers.  As a result of this we can handle the rare occasion where a dispute may arise.  You can rest assured that we will keep you informed during each stage of what can be a stressful process.  We can also advise on easements for construction and forced sales of jointly owned property.

• Conveyancing
• Commercial & Real Estate Leases
• Property Disputes
• Off The Plan
• Strata
• Easements

Family Law

95% of our cases settle without going to court.  We understand that when a relationship ends it is a very stressful situation and you will face many difficult decisions.  You can be confident that we will guide you through the challenging process, advocate for you and ensure that no-one takes advantage of you.  You can rest assured that we are here for you.  The end of a marriage or relationship may involve children, property and domestic violence.  We have the expertise to guide you, advise you and advocate for you in relation to all of these aspects of what can be a very difficult time.  Our lawyers are also proficient in drafting court orders, binding financial agreements and pre-nuptials.

• Divorce and Separation
• Property Settlement
• Parenting and Custody
• Family and Childrens Court
• Family Dispute Resolution and Mediation
• AVO
• Same-Sex Couples
• Defacto Relationships
• Binding Financial Agreements and Pre-Nuptials
• Domestic Violence
• Court Consent Orders

1300 152 993

Call us to arrange a free 20 minute no obligation consultation that includes case evaluation and cost estimate.

FAQs

BSM Law firm has offices in Sydney, Wollongong, Parramatta, and Sutherland.

1300 152 993

Call us to arrange a free 20 minute no obligation consultation that includes case evaluation and cost estimate.

BSM Lawyers Legal Team in Wollongong NSW

Wollongong’s law firm of choice.

We will be open, honest, transparent, and always available for you.

Mark Smith

Principal

Sam Bailey

Senior Associate

Sophie Zhang

Senior Lawyer

• William Onishi, solicitor, looked after my family law matter. He was knowledgeable, clear in his advice, polite and personable. He was also punctual. I would not hesitate recommending William to family and friends.- Joanne Caldwell

• William was very professional to deal with. He is very efficient and on time in all appointments. He really assisted in my matter and did everything he could for the best outcome. I wouldnt hesitate to use william in the future again. professional lawyer and easy to communicate with.- Renee Browne

• William Onishi was handling my case I found him professional and quick to respond if I had any concerns. I would highly recommend William. After my husbands passing , William handled the Will, Probate, disputes. He showed compassion when needed. I was very pleased with his service. Thankyou very much William. I now know where to come for future legal advise and will let my family and friends know to.- LINDSAY mcmorrow

• To date William Onishi, solicitor, has been successful on all of our building and construction debt recoveries in the Local Court. We are satisfied with his legal services and we continue to come back using his legal services. William has always been upfront with their fees and charges which are reasonable and we are always kept informed as to the progress of our claims. We are highly recommending William to assist you with the collections of any outstanding debts.- Decade Waterproofing and Products Pty Ltd

• Mark Smith has been very highly professional and very thorough in his review. He understood our business needs very quickly and provided solid and informative advice. He is knowledgeable, provides clear advice and explains both sides for better understanding. Highly satisfied with our experience. I would recommend to anyone needing a contract/commercial lawyer.- Maureen Lim