The Maclarens Property and Conveyancing Team

Chris Maley | Partner

Notary Public

Email: cmaley@maclarens.com.au
Phone: 02 9682 3777

Chris Maley joined Maclarens Lawyers in 1973 and has been a partner with the firm since 1975. During his time at Maclarens, Chris has worked primarily in the fields of property law and commercial law.

Chris has significant experience in resolving commercial disputes and, in particular, matters before the Land & Environment Court in which his in-depth knowledge of building and construction law, as well as his experience working with local government, have served him well.

Well-respected for his expertise, Chris has also lectured at the University of Western Sydney on the subjects of Building/Construction Law and Dispute Resolution for the past 17 years.

In 1974 Chris was appointed a tax agent and in 1987 a Notary Public. Chris was also awarded an Order of Australia Medal in 2004.

Louis Andreatta | Consultant

Email: landreatta@maclarens.com.au
Phone: 02 9682 3777

Louis Andreatta graduated as a lawyer from the Australian National University (ANU) and joined Maclarens Lawyers in 1976. He has been a partner of Maclarens since 1978 and is now a Consultant to the firm.

Since his admission as a solicitor, Louis has focussed on both litigation and property law.

A significant component of Louis’ work today involves acting for clients with relation to property transactions. His main areas of practice include the sale and purchase of residential, commercial and industrial property, and acting for clients in relation to the lease of commercial or industrial premises. Louis’ significant experience and knowledge in the abovementioned areas is invaluable to clients.

In addition to property law, Louis is a highly experienced general litigator and has experience representing both individual and commercial clients in the Supreme Court, Land & Environment Court, District Court, Local Court and Workers’ Compensation Court. Louis can also successfully represent clients in both criminal law and traffic law matters, and accepts instructions in matters such as assault, AVOs, drug offences, stealing and driving offences.