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Ben Frenkel

Partner

E: bfrenkel@frenkels.com.au Ben is one of the two founding partners of Frenkel Partners and has a long history of practice in Commercial Property, Wills and Probate. Whilst serendipity played a large part in his legal career, Ben also believes in the necessity of bringing practical good sense to the drafting of documents and enjoys the human interest of the Probate process.

Ben celebrated 50 years of membership of the LIV in 2010

Ben likes:

Conciseness, Art, Music (particularly Wagner), Tennis

Ben dislikes:

Bureaucracy, Tunnel vision, Overkill

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John Lancefield

Special Counsel

E: jlancefield@frenkels.com.au John was admitted to practice in March 1994 and commenced at Frenkel Partners in February 2012. John practices in many areas such as commercial litigation, insolvency, corporations law, product distribution, product liability, trade practices and competition law.

He has a personal interest in issues relating to product distribution including trade practices and competition laws and enjoys understanding a client's business and the market it works in as well as many different areas of commercial law.

John likes:

Good food; Cycling; Coffee

John dislikes:

Reality TV; Poor drivers; Shopping

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Krystelle Hsu

Lawyer

In June 2012, Krystelle Hsu commenced at Frenkel Partners, practising in the areas of commercial litigation and insolvency. Krystelle’s broad experience enables her to service a wide range of clients on a variety of issues. She enjoys the fast paced nature of litigation and achieving the best legal and commercial outcomes for her clients.

Krystelle was admitted to practice in March 2007, having spent two years before admittance as a volunteer at the Springvale Monash Legal Service and the South East Centre Against Sexual Assault where she provided legal advice and representation to clients from disadvantaged backgrounds in a wide range of areas, including family and civil law matters as well as victims of crime compensation.

Krystelle likes:

Daylight savings, Tropical holidays, Vintage shopping

Krystelle dislikes:

Winter, Mussels, Spiders

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Nick Theofilakos

Partner

E: ntheofilakos@frenkels.com.au Nick is one of the two founding partners of Frenkel Partners and experienced in business, having set up and run a café whilst studying for his law degree. Nick was admitted in March 1994, and now practices predominately in the areas of Business Law and Litigation, with a particular interest in Insolvency.

Nick has strong client, community and staff relationships.

Nick likes:

Fatherhood; Cuban cigars; Organised and functional systems

Nick dislikes:

Pineapple on pizza; Shopping

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Claudia Baskett

Partner

E: cbaskett@frenkels.com.au Claudia was admitted to practice in 1999 and commenced at Frenkel Partners in October 2009. She practices predominantly in Insolvency Law, both personal and corporate, and enjoys the technical complexity of the work, but also the opportunity it affords to add value to businesses by advising in issues from risk minimisation to internal credit procedures. Claudia also practices in commercial litigation.

Claudia became a full member of the Insolvency Practitioners Association in May 2005.

Claudia likes:

Spending time with family; Getting lost in a good book; Genuine laughter

Claudia dislikes:

Closed minded people; Late trains; Horror movies

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Michael Bromby

Special Counsel

E: mbromby@frenkels.com.au Michael joined Frenkel Partners in July 2011 as Special Counsel, practising predominantly in Commercial Law and Commercial Property, with an emphasis towards advising clients on business related strategies and solutions. Michael’s practice has evolved over time. He has a diverse client base – international and national companies, local government, long standing family businesses and high wealth individuals – which offers unique challenges and a huge variety in the nature of work.

Michael was admitted to practice in 1978. Prior to studying law, he studied industrial design at RMIT. Post admission, in addition to practising as a solicitor, Michael lectured part-time in Business Law for 10 years at Victoria College, Prahran (now part of Deakin University).

Michael likes:

Dogs, 7 card stud, Nina Simone

Michael dislikes:

The deadly combination of arrogance and ignorance, Bland food, Bungee jumping

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Mark Marcou

Partner

E: mmarcou@frenkels.com.au Mark came to Frenkel Partners in February 2005 as an articled clerk, having enjoyed a previous career as a partner in an accounting practice, and was admitted in March 2006. It's no surprise Mark now works on a mix of Business Law and Litigation, which enables him to use and build on past experience whilst enjoying a variety of tasks and challenges.

Mark is committed to furthering the business objectives of his clients, and negotiating sensible outcomes.

Mark likes:

Single malt whisky; Heathcote shiraz; Rare rib-eye steaks; Jazz and opera; Cigars; Dark chocolate

Mark dislikes:

Having to think about things he does not like.

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Bill Lambros

Senior Associate

E: blambros@frenkels.com.au Bill commenced at Frenkel Partners in May 2009 and practices predominantly in Litigation and Insolvency. He also has extensive experience in Administrative Law, Crime and Appeal work, but most enjoys developing strategies to assist clients to broker solutions to disputes, turning negatives to positives wherever possible.

Bill was admitted to practice in 1994 and worked for two years after his admission as a judge's associate in the County Court.

Bill likes:

The Beatles; Haighs chocolate; Having a laugh with friends and family

Bill dislikes:

Getting stuck in traffic; Scrambled eggs

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Paul Dalligan

Senior Associate

E: pdalligan@frenkels.com.au Paul was admitted in the Supreme Court of NSW in Sydney in 1999 and made the popular move to Melbourne to join Frenkel Partners in February 2006. Paul loves a good argument and works in the Litigation team, focussing on insolvency, contractual disputes and insurance litigation.

Paul is a sports fanatic who is a Board Member of Rugby League Victoria and also appears on a weekly sports radio show on 88.3 Southern FM.

Paul likes:

Sport, Travelling, Fine Wine and Dining, preferably all on the same day

Paul dislikes:

Arrogance; Indifference

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Joanna Goldsmith

Partner

E: jgoldsmith@frenkels.com.au Joanna commenced at Frenkel Partners in November 2006 practicing in Business Law. She has a particular interest in business transaction work and leasing, which give her exposure to a diversity of law and a wide community.

Prior to her legal career, Joanna worked in Human Resource Management and Hospitality, and brings all of her people and business skills to bear on her work at Frenkel Partners.

Joanna likes:

Travel; Contemporary art; Good food and wine

Joanna dislikes:

Horror films; Cruelty to animals

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Anna Alevizopoulos

Senior Associate

E: aalevizopoulos@frenkels.com.au Anna commenced as a litigator with Frenkel Partners in September 2004, and practices predominantly in Insolvency and Litigation. She enjoys the challenge of her work and achieving commercially sensible decisions for her clients.

Anna was admitted to practice in October 2003.

Anna likes:

Mosswood wine; Travelling; Fine foods

Anna dislikes:

Television; War; Disliking

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Thomas Doherty

Lawyer

E: tdoherty@frenkels.com.au Tom commenced at Frenkel Partners in February 2012, his practice being predominantly in Litigation.
Tom’s interests lie in insurance and contract law, and insolvency. He enjoys the fast paced and high pressure nature of litigation and the interesting and unique matters that are litigated.

Tom was admitted to practice the same month as he commenced with Frenkels, having undertaken a short stint at Norton Rose where he worked on discovery for one of the largest class actions ever in Victoria.

Thomas likes:

The Geelong Football Club; Freshwater fishing; Good coffee

Thomas dislikes:

Traffic; Public transport; Being late

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Thomas McLennan

Lawyer

E: tmclennan@frenkels.com.au Tom was admitted into practice in February 2012 and joined Frenkel Partners shortly after. Tom practices largely in insolvency and litigation and is interested in helping clients resolve their disputes and achieving the desired outcome.

Tom enjoys the challenges and variety of the work involving other areas of law that is available in his practice.

Thomas likes:

Playing sport; Wearing tracksuit pants; Travelling

Thomas dislikes:

Salad; Getting injections; Spicy food

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Sarah McCullough

Associate

E: smccullough@frenkels.com.au Sarah commenced with Frenkel Partners in May 2008, having spent two years as a judge's associate in the civil trial division of the Supreme Court of Victoria. At Frenkels, Sarah puts her detailed knowledge of court procedure to good use, practicing in Litigation with a particular focus on insolvency and corporate crime, and enjoys discovering what lies beyond the corporate veil.

Sarah was admitted to practice in November 2004.

Sarah likes:

Family dinners; Black and white photography; European Holidays

Sarah dislikes:

Pre-mixed alcoholic drinks; Maraschino cherries

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Diana Nedelkovski

Lawyer

E: dnedelkovski@frenkels.com.au After being admitted to practice in November 2007, Diana joined Frenkel Partners in October 2010. Prior to her admission as a lawyer she spent time in the Financial Assurance division of PriceWaterhouseCoopers.

At Frenkel Partners Diana practices predominantly in Business Law, but also provides advice in property transactions as well as litigious matters. She enjoys the diversity of work in her practice which brings her into contact with a broad range of clients and issues. A keen interest in dancing has her seeking out clients in the entertainment industry to assist them with all aspects of their businesses.

Diana likes:

Spending time with the people that are closest to me; Dancing; Chocolate and coffee

Diana dislikes:

Being bad at something I really want to be great at; Intolerance; Anchovies (except Ortiz anchovies)

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Amanda Mond

Lawyer

E: amond@frenkels.com.au Amanda was admitted in December 2009 and joined Frenkel Partners in February 2010 with a background in commerce, working in bookkeeping and accounts whilst studying her law degree. Since joining the firm, she has been snapped up by the Property team and welcomes the opportunity to exercise her creativity and problem solving skills in mapping out transactions and planning outcomes for clients.

Amanda also works with the Business Law team.

Amanda likes:

Making jewellery, Cadbury chocolate (specifically Top Deck), Central heating

Amanda dislikes:

When chocolate goes to waste, Low fat milk, Buying something the day before it goes on sale

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Amanda Jowett

Lawyer

E: ajowett@frenkels.com.au Amanda commenced at Frenkel Partners in February 2010 with solid exposure to the justice system gleaned from five years of volunteering in a community legal centre and six months as an intern with Victoria Legal Aid. At Frenkels, Amanda now works predominantly with the Litigation team where she hopes to further her interest in appearance work and eventually specialise in Bankruptcy and Insolvency Litigation.

Amanda was admitted to practice in August 2009.

Amanda likes:

Asian cuisine, Community legal service volunteering, All things Irish

Amanda dislikes:

Poor transport etiquette, Oysters, Gory vampire movies

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Dasha Brook

Lawyer

E: dbrook@frenkels.com.au Dasha joined Frenkel Partners in August 2010, practising predominantly in Commercial Law and Taxation. With a Bachelor of Commerce, Dasha’s personal interest lies in the legal and commercial issues associated with renewable energy projects. She is passionate about assisting people achieve just outcomes. Her desire is to meet and exceed client expectations.

Dasha was admitted to practice in April 2008 and worked for several years after her admission with the Legal Services Branch of the SRO, Victoria and within the Corporate & International Tax division at BDO Tax Lawyers. Dasha is a fluent Russian speaker.

Dasha likes:

Russian culture and history; Tennis; Dark chocolate rum truffles.

Dasha dislikes:

Unprofessionalism; Unpredictable Melbourne weather.

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Nancy Costabile

Conveyancing Clerk

E: ncostabile@frenkels.com.au Nancy began her career as the right arm of a sole practitioner in the suburbs, and joined the Frenkel Partners property team in May 2006 as a conveyancing clerk. Since then, Nancy has been exposed to property transactions of all kinds, but enjoys the pace, challenge and job satisfaction associated with subdivision work.

In November 2007, Nancy became an Associate Member of the Institute of Legal Executives.

Nancy likes:

Talking; Sunflowers; Laughing

Nancy dislikes:

Netball; Sand; Stat Decs signed but unwitnessed!

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Property Law

Michelle Stagoll

Conveyancing Clerk

E: mstagoll@frenkels.com.au Michelle commenced at Frenkel Partners in March 2004, initially as a personal assistant. However, her interest and previous experience in Property Law soon drove her into the welcoming arms of the property team, where Michelle now works as a conveyancing clerk. In November 2007, Michele became an Associate Member of the Institute of Legal Executives.

Michelle has experience in all types of conveyancing, but a particular interest in subdivision projects.

Michelle likes:

Music; Interior design; Travel

Michelle dislikes:

Pavlova; Being on hold forever; Cricket (except backyard cricket)

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Lawyer Profile

Ben Frenkel

Partner

John Lancefield

Special Counsel

Krystelle Hsu

Lawyer

Nick Theofilakos

Partner

Claudia Baskett

Partner

Michael Bromby

Special Counsel

Mark Marcou

Partner

Bill Lambros

Senior Associate

Paul Dalligan

Senior Associate

Joanna Goldsmith

Partner

Anna Alevizopoulos

Senior Associate

Thomas Doherty

Lawyer

Thomas McLennan

Lawyer

Sarah McCullough

Associate

Diana Nedelkovski

Lawyer

Amanda Mond

Lawyer

Amanda Jowett

Lawyer

Dasha Brook

Lawyer

Nancy Costabile

Conveyancing Clerk

Michelle Stagoll

Conveyancing Clerk

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