Grounded, pro-active and thorough, Kellie is exactly the conveyancer you want dealing with the intricacies of buying or selling a property.
Kellie has almost two decades in the conveyancing and property space, and her experience is reflected in her efficiency. With her no-nonsense and to-the-point attitude, Kellie is one of the most efficient leaders at Chamberlains, much to the delight of her clients and referrers. Well versed in the processes and procedures of all ACT property transaction, Kellie is the go-to for all your conveyancing needs.
Kellie’s loyal base of repeat clients and referrers is a testament to her experience, client service and the speed with which she gets the job done.
Sayward’s practical, methodical and focused approach to legal practice consistently brings her clients the results they seek.
These are traits she has cultivated not only through studying the law, but from her background in equine science and her work in the horse industry, where efficiency and commerciality are also key issues for clients.
In addition to her insolvency work with personal clients, SMEs and insolvency practitioners, Sayward heads up Chamberlains’ specialist equine law service.
One of the few Canberra-based specialists in this field, Sayward offers legal advice on everything from buying and selling horses to dispute resolution.
She is also a keen dressage rider and is producing her own young dressage prospect.
Stuart is an Associate Director at Chamberlains, is currently the national head of the family law team and works primarily out of our Sydney and Newcastle offices.
Prior to joining Chamberlains, Stuart worked in Newcastle specialising in family law, which has been his primary practice area since 2016.
Stuart is an experienced solicitor, who has gained a reputation among both his peers and the public for his methodical but empathetic approach to family law matters. He understands that like no two families are the same, no two family law matters are the same. Stuart knows that every matter requires a close eye for detail and a well-determined strategy to reach a resolution.
It is this eye for detail and strategic thinking that has seen him develop a keen interest in complex financial and property matters, often with high net worth. These matters frequently involve third party interests, taxation issues, trust and superannuation issues, company structures and businesses including partnerships, Binding Financial Agreements (including enforcement and applications to set an agreement aside), and farming and rural disputes.
Stuart also has considerable experience in a wide range of parenting matters. That experience extends to matters involving interstate and international relocation and recovery, family violence and sexual abuse, drug and alcohol abuse, third party intervenors such as grandparents, and gender dysphoria in subject children.
Stuart is a tenacious advocate, who is just as comfortable in front of a judge advocating for his client’s case as he is behind a computer drafting settlement documents after successful negotiation. Stuart believes in the right approach for the right case.
When not busily practicing family law, Stuart might be found watching his beloved Newcastle Knights inevitably snatch defeat from the jaws of victory. He likes to think he is a good cook but knows he is a lousy guitarist.
Samuel Gobraiel is an Associate Director at Chamberlains Law Firm, specialising in litigation and dispute resolution within the building and construction sector. With deep expertise in the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (NSW), Samuel is a trusted advisor to contractors, developers, and consultants navigating complex legal frameworks and project risks.
Chamberlains’ Building & Construction team, of which Samuel is a key member, supports clients across infrastructure, industrial, commercial, and multi-unit residential projects. Whether representing Tier 1 builders or individual homeowners, Samuel delivers clear, actionable advice tailored to each stage of the construction lifecycle. Samuel’s leadership and litigation success continue to shape Chamberlains’ reputation as a leading firm in construction law, offering clients confidence in navigating regulatory challenges and contractual complexities.
Samuel has led numerous high-stakes matters, including a landmark Supreme Court victory in Sharvain Facades Pty Ltd v Roberts Co (NSW) Pty Ltd, which reaffirmed the primacy of statutory protections over contractual clauses attempting to limit payment rights. His strategic advocacy ensured a $3.2 million claim was upheld, setting a precedent for electronic service of payment claims and reinforcing the integrity of the Act.
He regularly advises on contract disputes, adjudications, and enforcement proceedings, helping clients resolve issues efficiently while safeguarding project viability. Samuel’s approach is both commercially astute and legally rigorous, ensuring outcomes that align with broader business objectives.