Accredited Specialist
PROPERTY LAW

Specialising in
CONVEYANCING,
SUBDIVISIONS &
DEVELOPMENTS,
MORTGAGES, LEASES, WILLS,
PROBATE, ESTATE
MANAGEMENT & PLANNING,
BUSINESS &
COMMERCIAL LAW
LIQUOR LICENSING
FRANCHISES

Bill is a partner establishing STACKS Forster in 1977. He has been a practising solicitor since 1970 and has the degree of Bachelor of Laws from Sydney University. His considerable experience includes many successful matters in commercial law, probate and property law.

PROPERTY, BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL LAW
Organising contracts, finance, agreements and leases can be very confusing; and without proper expert advice can lead to many problems after completing the deal. Bill’s experience saves his clients from the many pitfalls involved in buying and selling a business, property, licensed premises or franchise. His ability to oversee and give advice on all aspects of the transaction ensures a thorough job with no loose ends.

WILLS, PROBATE, ESTATE PLANNING
& MANAGEMENT
Ensuring your affairs are in order and that your family and loved ones will be looked after when you are gone is important to many people. Bill has been advising clients for over 30 years ensuring their last Will is carried out without anguish to those left behind. His advice and services include Will preparation and updating when your personal circumstances change, probate, estate planning and family trusts.

Accredited specialist
PERSONAL INJURY LAW
FAMILY & DE FACTO LAW

Specialising in
COMMERCIAL LITIGATION
WILL DISPUTES

MICHAEL LAURENCE IS A LAW SOCIETY ACCREDITED SPECIALIST IN PERSONAL INJURY LAW

Michael has been a practising solicitor since 1984 with a Bachelor of Economics in addition to a Bachelor of Laws from Sydney University. He is a member of the Australian Plaintiff Lawyers Association and past President of the Mid North Coast Law Society. Michael has been Partner in Charge of Litigation with STACKS Forster since 1991.

FAMILY & DE FACTO LAW
Michael has expertise in all aspects of family law, de facto and pre-nuptial agreements. His 17 years experience allows him to sympathetically yet professionally handle cohabitation and binding financial agreements ensuring his clients have complete peace of mind.

COMMERCIAL DISPUTES
There are many instances in a business arrangement when contracts or agreements are broken. Michael’s wealth of experience in this area of law ensures that all his clients get the best outcome to protect their rights and commercial interests.

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Specialist
LOCAL GOVERNMENT LAW
ENVIRONMENTAL LAW
COMPULSORY LAND
ACQUISITION

Digby has been a practising solicitor since 1991, holding a Bachelor of Arts and Law and a Masters degree in Environmental and Local Government Law. Digby has been a solicitor with STACKS Forster since 1993 and is now an Associate of the firm.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT & ENVIRONMENTAL LAW
Getting plans approved by council for developments is a very complex process. With the many hundreds of environmental and other local council laws you need an expert to avoid the many pitfalls. Digby also appears in the Land & Environment court to challenge council decisions, development refusals and unreasonable conditions.

COMPULSORY LAND ACQUISITION
Digby specialises in negotiating with government bodies to maximise compensation paid for compulsory land acquisitions (such as land required for by-passes, roads and other development) which may affect your property. He ensures that his clients have access to the creative solutions which best suit their needs.

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Specialist
FAMILY & DE FACTO LAW
VICTIMS COMPENSATION
CRIMINAL LAW

David has been a practising solicitor since 1980 with extensive experience in the Family and Supreme Court successfully appearing in leading family and de facto relationship cases. David has been a solicitor with STACKS Forster since 1999.

FAMILY & DE FACTO LAW
A relationship breakdown is always an emotional time of hurt and confusion, particularly when children are involved. David understands the anguish of this time and his knowledge and experience of family law and the courts ensures his clients get the best possible outcome. He will advise you on residence (custody) contact (access), maintenance, property settlement, restraining orders and any other legal issue related to your circumstances.

VICTIMS COMPENSATION
If you have been the victim of a crime and sustained injury, you may be entitled to compensation. There are strict legislative requirements and David’s experience and advice ensures all his clients get the full compensation they deserve.

CRIMINAL LAW
Whether it’s a motor offence, criminal charges or you have been asked to help police with their inquiries you need to have an expert on your side, just as the police have experts on theirs. David has the knowledge to give you expert advice and immense court experience to handle your case.

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Specialist
CONVEYANCING.
SUBDIVISION &
DEVELOPMENT.
ESTATE PLANNING.
LEASES.
WILLS.

Brian is a Director of Stacks Forster formerly practising as Brian Hayne & Associates for fifteen years. Brian has been practising as a Solicitor since 1971 having graduated from the University of Sydney. Brian has developed a special expertise and interest in Subdivision, Development, Commercial and Estate Planning.

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Conveyancing, Wills and Probate
Bill Akhurst and Brian Hayne, assisted by Jessica Howe Megan Webb and Sandra O'Leary
Probate - assisted by Sarah Morrison

Personal Assistants and Other Staff

Receptionist - Anne Webb and Ross Akhurst

PA to Michael Laurence - Yvonne Corkery

PA to Digby Dunn - Yvonne Ballard

PA to David Hynes - Eyvette Branch

JUNIOR - Yvette Branch

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