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At Donovan Oates Hannaford, we take pride in providing comprehensive legal advice to our regional clientele, ensuring that all their legal needs are met. Our approach to legal services stems from the diverse backgrounds of our experienced team, who collaborate to address complex legal issues with innovative solutions.

 

Hadyn Oriti, one of the principals at DOHLAW, possesses a depth of understanding and experience in commercial and banking law that is often only found in large city firms. With over 35 years of experience, he has worked in banking and finance with national law firms such as Clayton Utz and Mallesons. He has also held roles as general counsel, company secretary, and CEO for several successful companies in Australia and New Zealand.

 

Hadyn's areas of practice include:

  • Property and Commercial Law
  • Consumer Credit and Retail Banking
  • Leasing (Commercial and Retail)
  • Estate Planning
  • Estate Disputes
  • Personal Property Securities

 

Another principal at the firm, Taylor Horne, has been practising law predominantly in commercial disputes since 2016 and brings extensive experience in general litigation and debt recovery matters. Taylor's litigation experience includes regular appearances in the Federal Court, Federal Circuit Court, Supreme Court of NSW, District Court of NSW, and the Local Court of NSW. She earned her Master of Laws and is passionate about providing high-quality legal advice to clients in regional areas.

 

Taylor's areas of practice include:

  • General Litigation
  • Debt Recovery
  • Commercial Disputes and Transactions
  • Insolvency and Restructuring
  • Construction Disputes
  • Employment Law

 

Sarah Mehlert, another exceptional team member, brings a unique perspective to our firm. Hailing from Coffs Harbour, her legal career has taken her across NSW, giving her a deep understanding of regional legal issues. Her diverse background in property transactions, commercial disputes, administrative law, human rights, and wills makes her a valuable asset to our team.

 

Sarah's areas of practice include:

  • Commercial Law (Business Sales and Acquisitions & Corporate Advice)
  • Property Law (Commercial Leases, Easements, Crown Land and Compulsory Acquisitions)
  • Local Government Law
  • Neighbourhood Disputes (Tree and Fencing Disputes)

 

By leveraging the diverse legal backgrounds of our team, Donovan Oates Hannaford offers innovative solutions and local expertise that clients can trust right here on the Mid-North Coast.

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