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Stephen J. Peak
B.Ec LLB

143A Church Street, Brighton, VIC. 3186
Mobile: 0408 176 720
E: peak@netspace.net.au

Postal Address:
P.O. Box 322,
Sandringham, VIC. 3191


My Areas of Pratice Are:

    1. MAGISTRATES COURT APPEARANCES ON ALL MATTERS FOR MOTOR TRAFFIC OFFENCES,COUNCIL PROSECUTIONS
    & GOVERNMENT FINES.
    2. DEBT RECOVERY LAW.
    3. FAMILY LAW.
    4. COMMERCIAL LAW AND DISPUTES.
    5. LOCAL GOVERNMENT LAW.
    6. OCCUPIERS LIABILITY PERSONAL INJURIES.
    7. LEASING DISPUTES.
    8. DOG ATTACK INJURIES & PROSECUTIONS.
    9. PROBATE DISPUTES.

2. DEBT RECOVERY LAW:
Are you frustrated you are owed money, and don't know how to address getting paid ? Call me - a stream-lined approach is executed by way of an initial phone call and/or letter to the Defendant, followed by a Complaint in the Magistrates Court (if under $100,000.00) ,or proceedings in the higher jurisdictions if over the jurisdictional limit. Once I obtain judgement, it is your decision as to how you execute - Bankruptcy (individuals),Wind-Up (companies) or Warrants. I will advise you concerning the most cost effective way going forward.

3. FAMILY LAW:
I fully understand how emotional this area of law can be for participants. I will confer with you regularly where needed, advise as to Counselling, medical attention ,as well as attending to the law - no stone is left unturned to ensure you get through this worrying time in the best shape possible. I try and encourage mediation, and Consent Orders - obviously dependent upon co-operation with the opposing side. Mediation and Consent is also much cheaper than full bore litigation in this jurisdiction. There are times where the opposition are being greedy, and you must respond. I will advise an guide you through this anxious period.
And again, where needed, I have a select group of top quality Family Law Barristers who work solely in this jurisdiction. Only the best for you, when you become a client of my firm.

4. COMMERCIAL LAW AND BUSINESS DISPUTES:
I act for clients involved in business disputes over partnerships or joint ventures gone wrong, company Director disputes and shareholder disputes. I have acted in large scale Insurance fights. Professional disputes between customers and Professionals such as Architects, Builders, Veterinary Surgeons, Accountants, Business Advisers, Surveyors - the list goes on.

5. LOCAL GOVERNMENT LAW:
I take instructions in ALL AND ANY Local Government dispute - I actually enjoy fighting "city hall", as we all know how inflexible they can be. Ring me if you have a dispute with your local council, and let me get my teeth into them !!

6. OCCUPIERS LIABILITY INJURIES :
Been injured in a hotel fall, gymnasium accident or theatre tumble? You might have a case. Also, these businesses have an Insurer. Ring me now !!

7. LEASING DISPUTES:
Businesses, both small & large, often become involved in disputes over their lease. Our firm handles all types of leasing disputes & attempts to mediate a solution on behalf of your the client. We have an excellent rapport with several members of the Victorian Bar who specialise in providing expert advice on leasing issues where required.

8.DOG ATTACK INJURIES PROSECUTIONS:
How many times do we pick up the paper and see another child, teenager or elderly person mauled and injured - sometimes quite severely - by an out of control dog ? These injuries are life threatening and horrific. Action must be taken by Police, Councils - and your Lawyer. The injuries are normally physical and mental - and the treatment expensive. Insurers also involved here. I use the best Personal Injuries Barristers in these cases….ring me !!

9. PROBATE DISPUTES:
I have handled a number of cases involving disputed Wills, but also Life Insurance Policy claims, and death benefit claims. Ring me !!!

Stephen J. Peak & Co.
143A Church Street, Brighton, VIC. 3186
Mobile: 0408 176 720

Stephen J Peak Member of the Law Institute since 1981 and holds a practicing certificate 32123