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Local Lawyer Online is founded on the principles of integrity, transparency, and client-focused care.

Our firm is experienced in Estate Planning, Estate Administration and Estate Litigation. At the core of our practice are Mark and Lavena, legal professionals who bring not only their extensive knowledge and qualifications to the table but also a genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of their clients.

Committed to navigating the shifting landscapes of the digital age, we are pioneering a client-centric approach that merges traditional legal excellence with technology.

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Lavena Ball

Lavena Ball

Lavena's work is characterised by her empathetic approach and commitment to achieving the best outcomes for her clients. She focuses on making the legal process as understandable and stress-free as possible, ensuring clients feel supported every step of the way.

Lavena's interest in law sparked in 2008 while working as a legal secretary. After deciding to pursue law and criminology full-time in 2013, she has dedicated her career to Estate Law. Lavena is passionate about providing peace of mind to her clients through solid estate planning, guiding them with compassion through the estate administration process, and offering expert advice on will disputes.

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- Bachelor of Laws – University of New England

- Bachelor of Criminology – University of New England

- Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice – College of Law

- Admitted as Solicitor to the Supreme Court of New South Wales and the High Court of Australia

Mark McAlpine

Mark McAlpine

Mark is experienced in Estate Planning, a field that is the often overlooked process of safeguarding the manner in which they pass on their assets to their loved ones. Mark enjoys helping clients articulate their wishes for the future division of their assets, ensuring peace of mind through well crafted Wills and Estate Plans. 

Driven by a desire to contribute meaningfully to others and society, Mark is passionate about assisting clients to prepare for the future, ensuring their needs and wishes are clearly documented and legally protected through Powers of Attorney and Enduring Guardianships, whilst they are alive, and with Wills when they pass away.

Mark believes in the importance of having comprehensive estate plans in place to ease the burden on families during difficult times.

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- Bachelor of Laws

- Masters of Applied Law (Family Law)

- Graduate Diploma of Dispute Resolution

- Bachelor of Arts (Drama Studies)

- Authorised Principal Incorporated Legal Practice

- Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice – College of Law

- Admitted as Solicitor to the Supreme Court of New South Wales and the High Court of Australia

Kristen

Kristen

Kristen began working for the firm in May 2023 as the Local Lawyers Online legal secretary. An absolutely integral part of our firm, Kristen is also the (very friendly) face of our Laurieton office and is the first person you'll speak to when you call the firm. Kristen provides exceptional client service and provides invaluable assistance to the entire team. 

Allison

Allison

Allison began working for Local Lawyers Online in December 2022 and is our office assistant, working predominately in archiving. Allison is the face of our Wauchope office. She is meticulous in her role to ensure that all matters are archived with care.

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