Paralegal
Nelle is passionate about assisting clients to reach the best outcome in their contested estates matters. She provides an empathetic, professional approach to ensure clients feel safe and supported throughout the process.
About Nelle
Nelle grew up in Tasmania where she met her husband whilst working at Comalco Aluminium Bell Bay.
She completed a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in 1996, majoring in Chemistry and Applied Biology.
Nelle worked for the Commonwealth Rehabilitation Service as an Administrative Assistant for 3 years before leaving work to concentrate on her family.
During her time as a stay-at-home mother, Nelle and her family moved to Singleton for her husband’s work.
Once her 3 children had started school, Nelle moved back into the workforce as a Legal Secretary for a small firm in Singleton, working in Family Law, Wills and Estates, Criminal and Conveyancing, for 10 years.
In 2022, Nelle commenced working for Turnbull Hill Lawyers, bringing her wide range of skills and experience to the Contested Estates team.
Nelle’s approach
Nelle takes the time to listen to clients and support them throughout the contested estates process.
With her experience and kind, caring manner, Nelle strives to assist clients to reach the most positive outcome possible.
What Nelle does
- Assists clients in preparing their affidavit evidence.
- Provides administrative and general support to solicitors.
- Overseeing the contested estates administrative team.
Who Nelle works with
Nelle works in the Contested Estates Team, supporting the solicitors, Adrian Corbould, Ella Stratford, Nicholas Rose, Karina Hanson and Mary Windeyer. Nelle is also the Administrative Team Leader, overseeing the work of the Contested Estates team administrative staff.
Outside of Turnbull Hill Lawyers
Nelle enjoys reading, walking her dogs on the beach, and swimming.
Qualifications
- 12 years’ experience as a Legal Secretary.
- Bachelor of Applied Science
Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation