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Our People
About the only thing that isn't simple at mccourts are our staff.
A tight knit team, we strive to deliver efficient, professional, independent service. We're highly disciplined, confident in our abilities, and always ready to go into bat for what's best for our clients.
But just as importantly, we're also real people - people with a sense of humour who enjoy the unique lifestyle of our wonderful inner west.
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Rob McCourt |
Rob was admitted in March 1974 having obtained a BA and LLB from the University of Sydney. He established his own practice in 1979 which in 1997 became known as mccourts solicitors. He prefers the common-sense, no nonsense approach to the law and outside of the office wants to lower his golf handicap to single figures. (It currently rests at 11!) rob@mccourts.com.au |
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Gabrielle Moss |
Gabe has over 20 years experience as a Property Lawyer. She started her career with Rob McCourt in 1986. With children came her own business, building her reputation as a Property Lawyer with buyers and sellers as well as Agents. With the responsibilities of family lessening (6 children aged 10-17yrs) Gabe has come full circle returning to McCourts as a Consultant,running the Property Department and enjoying the social aspects of our small yet busy office. gabe@mccourts.com.au |
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Michael Sciglitano |
Michael is our Insurance Law specialist having joined our team as Special Counsel in mid 2009. His post admission experience spans more than a decade. Michael has particular expertise working with his client insurers and their clients to provide seamless legal and claims related services. He has a thorough understanding of the priorities and needs of his clients and is recognised as having specific knowledge in areas of insurance litigation including CTP, public liability, product liability and general insurance. After a short stint in the construction industry, he has come onboard to help Rob and take on the challenge of working with so many women!
michael@mccourts.com.au |
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Lauren Rathbone |
Lauren is our CTP Solicitor. Lauren has 6 years experience in the fields of CTP and Public Liability, having worked for Ferguson Bolton, Hunt & Hunt and Beilby Poulden Costello. Recently returned from a stint in Hong Kong Lauren is excited about working in the mccourts team. She also has a young daughter and is looking forward to the balance of work and home life. lauren@mccourts.com.au |
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Helen Armson |
Helen works part time in our office as the Marketing Manager and the other part chasing after her three boys. Her background is in Human Resources and Child Care and she feels well qualified to deal with the office management and client relationships. helen@mccourts.com.au |
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Lorna Foley |
Lorna is our longest serving employee, having joined Rob just after he started the business. She is Rob's unparalleled Legal Assistant and the trusty Office Accountant. Her knowledge and dedication are major strengths and she is a very competitive triathlete and fitness freak in her spare time. lorna@mccourts.com.au |
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Michaela Volker |
Michaela is Legal Assistant to Lauren. Michaela completed a 12 month course at Bedford Business College, culminating as Business College Student of the Year in 2003. She has acquired 4 years experience in the legal field and excels in legal terminology and possesses sound organisational skills which are great assets to our busy office. Away from the office Michaela enjoys poetry and writing short stories and likes to relax with family and friends. michaela@mccourts.com.au |
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Chantelle Astley |
Chantelle is Legal Assistant to Michael. Born and bred in Victoria she moved over the border to complete a Certificate in Business (Legal Administration) and commenced her employment in law. She likes the small firm culture and is a great fit to our team. Outside of the office she likes to relax by going to the beach, the gym and of course, retail therapy (shopping)! chantelle@mccourts.com.au |
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Irina Tsalikova |
Our receptionist Irina is the first person you will meet upon attending our office. She has the box seat and best view of the waterfront! Having moved here from Russia in mid 2008 she is enjoying our warm summer and soaking up all the NSW legislation. In Russia she worked as a Translator, Flight Attendant and most recently in an American law firm translating legal documents. In her spare time she enjoys exploring our wonderful city. irina@mccourts.com.au |
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