Lawyers Southern Highlands
Wherever You're Headed
We Can Get You There.
Kells is a modern law firm working with individuals and businesses across the Southern Highlands. Our approach is grounded, professional, and focused on delivering results that matter.
Working with you. For you.
For over five decades, Kells has provided quality legal services with consistency, depth, and care. We bring the scale and capability of a larger firm, while staying connected to our clients and their individual needs.
Your team
Our Southern Highlands lawyers bring a practical mindset and deep knowledge of the legal system. Across a wide range of areas —from family matters to business concerns —you’ll have access to people who know how to get things done.
Trusted local lawyers
We assist clients throughout the Southern Highlands with clear communication, honest advice, and dependable strategies. Whether it’s a personal matter or a commercial issue, you’ll be working with a team that listens and delivers.
Areas of Expertise
At Kells, we bring together a team with broad skills and practical experience across many branches of law. Whether you’re dealing with a routine transaction or something more complex, we deliver quality legal services backed by clear advice and a strategic way forward.
Business, Commercial and Corporate Law
Whether you’re looking for a business lawyer to assist with commercial litigation or planning to buy or sell a business, our team of business lawyers can help.
Read MoreBanking and Finance Law
Our banking and financial law experts provide experienced and specialist advice to banks, credit unions, private lenders, brokers and borrowers.
Read MoreCommercial Property Leasing Law
The Kells commercial property lawyers act for developers, landlords and tenants with legal property services related to finance, acquisitions, construction, sales and leases.
Read MoreCriminal Law
Any criminal charge can significantly impact a person and their livelihood. Our criminal law solicitors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and our first consultation is free.
Read MoreConstruction and Development Law
From planning to approval, construction to leasing, licencing and sales, Kells has the experience to support clients at every critical stage of the property development life cycle.
Read MoreConveyancing
Providing certainty and peace of mind. From buying to selling, residential to commercial, our conveyancing team delivers a premium service at a fixed price.
Read MoreMigration Law
Kells' migration law team offers expert guidance for visa applications, citizenship, and migration issues, helping to smooth your path to living, working, or studying in Australia.
Read MoreLitigation & Dispute Resolution Law
If you find yourself in a dispute or facing litigation, our experienced legal team of specialists will always be on hand to lend a hand.
Read MoreEmployment Law
The specialist employment lawyers and solicitors at Kells give employment law and workplace advice to employers, employees and businesses
Read MoreCompensation Law
Our friendly team of compensation lawyers operate on a no-win, no-fee basis to help our clients get fair compensation and justice for the injuries and damages they have suffered.
Read MoreTaxation Law
The Kells tax lawyers use their taxation expertise to help our clients achieve tax-effective outcomes and long-term value.
Read MoreLocal Government Planning, & Environmental Law
Kells local government, planning and environmental law team can act for and against local councils and state agencies in complex land, planning and environment cases.
Read MoreWills, Estate Planning & Trusts
We understand there’s no “one size fits all” when it comes to estate planning. That’s why we take the time to understand your needs to ensure you get the best estate planning possible.
Read MoreInquests & Commissions of Inquiry
Our caring, compassionate lawyers work closely with our clients who are facing commissions of inquiry to identify their objectives and manage their interests in what is a critical time for them.
Read MoreFamily Law & Children
If you’re going through a family law matter, the right legal support can mean a world of difference. Our family law team will uphold your rights and best interests throughout the process.
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Paul Magagnino
Managing Partner
Peter Chodat
Partner
Amy Harper
Partner
Michael Hatfield
Partner
Mario Quintiliani
Partner
David Addinall
Partner
Jarrad Downs
Partner
Ashleigh Georgopoulos
Partner
Patrick Schmidt
Partner
Terri Anderson
Special Counsel
Alice Laurence
Special CounselFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What makes Kells different from other law firms in the Southern Highlands?
Kells brings together experience, depth, and a people-first approach. While many firms provide legal services, few combine the resources of a large practice with the personalised care of a team that genuinely values each client.
With over five decades of consistent practice in New South Wales, we’ve earned the trust of individuals, families, and businesses alike. Our experienced lawyers work across the Southern Highlands, offering expert legal advice that’s clear, actionable, and focused on real outcomes.
We’re proud to be ISO 9001 certified—a reflection of our strong internal systems and quality-driven processes. It means that every matter we take on benefits from a framework built on consistency, clarity, and measurable standards.
As a full-service Southern Highlands law firm, we’re equipped to handle a wide range of legal issues under one roof. From family disputes to business transactions, from criminal defence to estate planning—you won’t need to look elsewhere when your circumstances evolve.
What truly sets us apart, though, is how we work. We take time to listen. We ask the right questions. We explain things in plain language. Our lawyers are supported by a dedicated team of support staff who help keep things moving smoothly behind the scenes.
This combination of capability, care, and connection is why so many across the Southern Highlands continue to place their trust in Kells.
What types of legal services do you offer in the Southern Highlands?
Are your fees fixed or hourly?
Do you handle property settlements in the Southern Highlands?
What should I bring to my first meeting?
Do you offer no-win, no-fee services?
Yes, for certain matters like compensation and personal injury claims. Once our law firm reviewed the details of your case, we’ll confirm whether a no-win, no-fee arrangement can apply.
Can you help with family law matters like divorce or parenting agreements?
Yes. Our family lawyers in the Southern Highlands works on matters involving separation, parenting plans, financial settlements and related concerns — with care and professionalism at every stage.
Are your lawyers experienced with local council and planning issues?
Yes. We frequently act in matters involving zoning disputes, land use, development proposals and dealings with local councils or planning bodies.