Family Law, Divorce, Child Custody, Civil and Commercial Litigation, Commercial Law, Property Development

George is a deeply empathetic family law and divorce lawyer, who consistently delivers exceptional results for his clients. His familiarity with the family law courts allows him to reliably advise his clients on their expected outcome from the commencement of their proceedings. His straightforward, practical manner ensures that his family law clients accomplish their objectives in the most quick, direct, and cost effective manner.

George assists clients with divorce, property and maintenance proceedings, as well as matters relating to the care and protection of children (child custody).

George has had years of experience as a commercial litigation lawyer, and he utilises his many years of experience in commercial law to deliver exceptional outcomes, particularly in family law matters where parties have significant property or business assets.

George has deep expertise in complex family law matters, some of his recent matters including divorce and property settlements involving multi-million dollar business assets, extensive property portfolios, and cryptocurrency assets.

George has run businesses both in and out of the legal profession, and he draws upon his diverse life experience, commercial mindset, and strong legal ability to better service his clients.

 

Accreditations and Associations

  • Bachelor of Commerce
  • Diploma of Law
  • Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
  • Member of the Law Society of New South Wales
  • Member of the North Metropolitan Law Society

 

Areas of Practice

 

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Our offices

Balmain Lawyers Office | Thornton+King

Balmain

45 Evans St, Balmain NSW 2041
North Sydney Lawyers & Solicitors | Thornton+King Northbridge Office

Northbridge

146 Sailors Bay Rd, Northbridge NSW 2063
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Tea Gardens

Shop 1/13 Maxwell St, Tea Gardens NSW 2324
Hornsby Lawyers & Solicitors | Thornton+King

Hornsby

Level 3, 45-47 Hunter Street, Hornsby, 2077

Meet our team of lawyers

Want to know who you’ll be dealing with? Our exceptional lawyers are industry leaders who are supported by a team of paralegals, conveyancers, and secretaries.

Karunn Shahani
Karunn Shahani
Principal Lawyer
Vanessa Caputo
Vanessa Caputo
Principal Lawyer
George Elmassian
George Elmassian
Principal Lawyer
Alan Olcayto
Alan Olcayto
Principal Lawyer
Celia Pitcher
Celia Pitcher
Principal Lawyer
Sarah Newman
Sarah Newman
Principal Lawyer
Charmian Seil
Charmian Seil
Special Counsel
Richard Harvey
Richard Harvey
Special Counsel
David Lee-Young
David Lee-Young
Special Counsel
Navneet Elfar
Navneet Elfar
Special Counsel
Amanda Chik
Amanda Chik
Senior Associate
Jill Forrester
Jill Forrester
Senior Associate
Feris Sefian
Feris Sefian
Lawyer
Andy Habib
Andy Habib
SENIOR LICENSED CONVEYANCER

What our clients say…

We found the company very efficient providing straight and efficient responces when required.

Scott Howison

Professional, efficient and great communication.

Sarah MacLeod

Excellent support from Karun and his team (especially Alan). Knowledgeable team with only short waiting times to provide advice.

Usama Munir

Very professional and thorough, with clear communication and attention to detail. Highly recommended.

Rishi Sahgal

Professional,timely help from both Vanessa and Andy ,make the project way easier for us !

Connie Lee