Paul has been a director of Eastern Bridge for fifteen years. Paul is a property and commercial lawyer and is recognised and accredited by the Law Institute of Victoria as a specialist commercial leasing lawyer. Paul is a big Dees fan, although his hopes of witnessing a three-peat by the end of the decade are starting to fade

Alanah is a fourth-year law student at Monash University. Alongside her law degree, Alanah studies a Bachelor of Arts majoring in French. Outside the office, Alanah enjoys Pilates, tennis and finding a good gluten-free snack!

Anthony is a chartered accountant and brings his experience with KPMG, Sigma Pharmaceuticals and Fonterra to Eastern Bridge. Anthony loves spending time with his family and enjoys a hit of tennis or golf when he isn’t watching his beloved Sydney Swans (South Melbourne).

Daniel is recognised and accredited by the Law Institute of Victoria as a specialist wills and estates lawyer. He is a past President of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners and past chair of the Law Institute of Victoria’s Wills and Estates Advisory Committee.

Ferdinand enjoys practice in commercial and property matters with a growing interest in wills and probate law. His stated aim is to continue to be relevant and useful to his clients and colleagues , putting to use his many years of experience in the law , while continuing to learn. Ferdinand strives for improvement in his squash game when family commitments allow.

Jack is a second-year university student studying Arts majoring in Politics/International relations with the aspiration of completing the Juris Doctor post his Arts Degree. Outside of work Jack is an unbiased sports viewer and participant.

Karlie is a law clerk working in the mortgage services team. Outside of the office Karlie enjoys weekends away hiking, keeping active, and spending time with family and friends.

Libby has a background in client services for a firm of patent attorneys and a travel agent and provides administrative support to the accounts and property teams.

Matt has over 20 years' experience in property law in England and Australia, now focusing on retail and other commercial leasing matters. In his spare time Matt enjoys watching all sports particularly soccer and cricket.

Mikaela is a lawyer in the Eastern Bridge wills and estates team. Outside work Mikaela enjoys athletics and playing fetch with her dogs.

Prue is a law clerk and student at Monash University in her penultimate year. Outside of the office, Prue enjoys volunteering at Amnesty International Australia and UN Youth, travelling, and mooting (aka. law school debating!).

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Simon is a commercial and property lawyer. He particularly enjoys reviewing and drafting commercial contracts and working on the sale and purchase of businesses.

Alina takes pride in delivering excellent and friendly service to her vendor and purchaser clients.

Becky assists our accounts team and performs, magnificently, her self-appointed role as Eastern Bridge Birthday Cake Maker.

Denise has worked in wills and estates for the last 4 years, assisting the team with administrative support. Denise’s friends would say that she is a frustrated florist and should’ve followed that pathway instead of becoming a primary school teacher and part time secretary in a real estate office, but Denise says this was all a good background to be on staff at Eastern Bridge!

Gary is a property lawyer. He joined Eastern Bridge in 2013 after working for seven years at law firms in Echuca.

Jayd joined Eastern Bridge in 2022, bringing 10 years' experience in the property industry. Jayd holds a Bachelor of Journalism from Queensland University of Technology and a Juris Doctor from RMIT. Outside the office, Jayd enjoys volunteering at the ASRC, hiking, yoga and playing basketball.

Kathy has a background in property law; commercial litigation; succession and elder law with some 25 years' experience advising in wills and succession planning; complex probate applications; asset structuring; the resolution of disputes in wills, property, estates, elder law and guardianship matters, working in Melbourne and regional Victoria.

Marcia is a law clerk assisting the wills and estates department. Outside of the office, Marcia enjoys rowing and hiking.

Melissa is an experienced finance officer who has worked within the law industry for many years. Outside of work, Melissa enjoys spending time with her family, friends and headstrong little dachshund!

Admitted as a lawyer in 2024, Mitchell primarily assists the team in commercial litigation. Outside of work, Mitchell enjoys spending time outdoors, whether it is running, playing golf, or hiking.

Rachel was admitted as a lawyer in 2024 and works primarily in the property team. Outside of work she enjoys walking her border collie, pilates and going for dinner with her friends.

Terri is a lawyer in the wills and estates team with experience advising in wills, powers of attorney and estate litigation. Terri has a keen interest in family provision applications.

As a lawyer in the property team, Aida has experience providing clients with, but not limited to, pre-purchase advice for commercial and residential properties, assistance with the sale and purchase of property, and other complex transfers. Aida holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Melbourne and a Juris Doctor from the University of Sydney. Outside the office, Aida enjoys going running, good food, bit of golf and can be seen attempting to escape Melbourne winter for summer in the Northern Hemisphere.

Anne has joined our property team after running In House Property Conveyancing for over 25 years as sole proprietor and brings with her a wide range of experience in this field. 

Calvin has over ten years' experience in commercial dispute resolution and litigation.

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Admitted as a lawyer in 2022, Grace assists the team with property settlements. Outside the office, Grace enjoys playing badminton and loves catching up over good food and coffee.

Karah is a commercial lawyer with over 10 years' experience in all aspects of commercial practice, with a keen interest in pharmacy and other health business transactions.

Admitted as a lawyer in 2014, Krislyn holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Melbourne and a Juris Doctor from Monash University. Outside of work, Krislyn can be found tending to her flock of peach-faced lovebirds.

Mark had 33 years experience as a property and development lawyer at Gadens including equity partner and chairman roles. Mark assists Eastern Bridge with strategic and operational issues. He enjoys playing golf and cricket and supporting his children in their sporting activities. 

An experienced office administration professional with a postgraduate qualification in marketing, Meredith is front of house and the first point of contact for Eastern Bridge clients and guests. Outside of work, Meredith enjoys keeping physically active with recreational swimming and dance, and enjoys community trivia nights.

Narelle is an experienced lawyer in our wills and estates team and practices in estate disputes and litigation. Outside of the office, Narelle enjoys reading and learning the piano.

Sandra has come to estate litigation from a long history in commercial litigation, intellectual property and insolvency. She enjoys the more personal focus of estate litigation as well as applications in relation to guardian and administration of persons under a disability.