Meet Our Experts.
A team of 12 specialists combining decades of legal experience with a deeply personal approach to every matter. Led by principals Alan Alpass (practising since 1975) and Paul McGuinness OAM (serving the Mornington Peninsula since 1983), every person here shares one thing: genuine care for the people we serve.
As members of the Sather Legal Group, our team is backed by a broader network of six respected Victorian and NSW law firms - giving you access to extended specialist capabilities when your matter needs it.
Alan Alpass
Principal and founder, admitted to practice in 1975, with over 50 years of legal expertise.
Paul McGuinness
Founding director and principal solicitor serving the Mornington Peninsula since 1983, awarded an OAM in 2022.
Michelle Warner
Lawyer practising in Victoria since 2010, with expertise across planning, family, testamentary and employment law.
Stephen White
Senior Solicitor bringing extensive legal experience across commercial, property, and estate matters.
Lea Wright
Over 30 years experience in Wills, Powers of Attorney and Estate Administration.
Ashlee He
Detail-oriented conveyancing specialist with 6+ years managing property transactions and settlements.
Sara James
Xavier Filleul-Zama
Kirsten Van Middelkoop
Practice manager and bookkeeper with 30 years of experience. A member of the team since 1994.
Jane Slattery
Rosebud office receptionist and family law assistant with 30 years of legal industry experience.
Deb Phillips
Receptionist and paralegal supporting the team at our Kilsyth office.
Kim Hensle
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Our Network of Trusted Advisors
As part of the Sather Legal Group, our clients also benefit from the expertise of our network of trusted advisors.