Ashley Tickner
Director
With over 30 years of practice behind him, director and founding principal Ashley Tickner
certainly uses his experience to your advantage. Practising in crime and a variety of
commercial matters, including industrial relations and construction law, he prides himself on
vigorously fighting for his clients’ rights. Ashley has made in excess of 3000 court
appearances in the local Magistrates’ Court, city courts and VCAT. He is not one to pull
punches. He will tell you where you stand, and you want him on your side.
Alysia Mein
Commercial, Wills and Estates Principal
Alysia Mein is the second founding principal of Bayside Solicitors and leads the Commercial and Wills and Probate areas of the practice. Practising for over 30 years, Alysia prides herself on offering sound legal advice in plain English to business leaders and individuals alike – whether in relation to Wills, estate planning, deceased estates or commercial issues (whether leases, shareholders agreements, sale and purchase of businesses, and any commercial agreements). Our ongoing client relationships over many years are testament to Alysia’s abilities. Alysia can draft any plain English document, she will tell it to you like it is and she will make sure you choose the best path. Our clients love her no-nonsense advice.
Terry Weerappah
Family Lawyer
Practising exclusively in family law, Terry Weerappah brings a wealth of experience to the table – with over 50 years of practice as a barrister and solicitor, and 25 years exclusively in family law. He ensures that he stays up to date with all the latest family law legislation and cases, and regularly authors papers on family law issues and recent cases for publication to other lawyers and judicial officers.
Prior to the last 25 years, in which he has appeared regularly as counsel in the family law
jurisdiction, including in final trials of reportable family law cases, Terry honed his skills in
commercial jurisdictions, including as:
Summary Prosecutor, Crown Solicitors Office Victoria;
Prosecutor, Marine Oil Pollution Ports & Harbours Victoria;
Solicitor, State Revenue Office, appearing as counsel in tax appeals, and as
Instructor to the Solicitor General Victoria in High Court Appeals.
You will not find a more passionate family lawyer. Terry delights in using recent case law to negotiate the best deal for his clients, or to advocate in court. Despite his seniority in the field, he is down to earth and will make sure you understand what is going on. You want Terry Weerappah on your side.
Jessica Knox
Criminal Defence Partner
Valued partner at Bayside Solicitors, criminal lawyer, Jessica Knox is passionate in her representation of our clients’ interests, both in and out of court.
Jessica appears on a daily basis in all Criminal Jurisdictions. She is a confident advocate who goes above and beyond to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients, no matter how difficult the circumstances. With a strong social conscience and commitment to social justice, and a genuine focus on our clients’ interests and wellbeing, you want Jessica Knox standing up in court for you.
Brett Halliwell
Criminal Defence Lawyer
Brett Halliwell is passionate in his representation of clients facing police charges – to ensure that they obtain the best possible outcomes in court. Brett is compassionate and understanding. He knows that every person has their own story, which may involve difficult personal circumstances and unfortunate events leading up to police charges. He understands that being involved in criminal matters can be stressful, daunting and confusing – and does everything possible to make the process simpler. Brett is committed to representing you in court, to ensure your voice is heard, so that you can attain the best outcome.
Prior to entering the legal profession, Brett had a successful leadership career in banking and finance, in Australia and internationally. This background has given him a great commitment to client service, excellent communication skills and the high-end negotiation skills necessary for the resolution of police disputes.
Jack Tickner
Family Lawyer
Jack is a compassionate lawyer who works hard to obtain the best outcomes for his clients. Jack practises largely in family law and seeks to make the separation process as easy and stress-free as possible for our clients. Family law proceedings and negotiations can be made confusing for families and individuals. Jack seeks to simplify the process for our clients by using plain English. It is very important to Jack to make sure that our clients understand each step of the family law process so that they can make informed decisions. Jack works in both property and parenting matters and is committed to resolving matters as practically and expeditiously as possible.
Away from work, Jack plays community level football and has a passion for the outdoors.
Make an appointment to meet with Jack Tickner to discuss your family law issues.
Annabelle Brasher
Property and Family Law Partner
Family and Property Law Partner, Annabelle Brasher, has been an essential member of our staff since 2008 and is valued by our staff and clients alike for her hard work, determination, integrity and great communication. Previous clients will come back many years later to deal with Annabelle again. Annabelle assists clients with family law in both property and parenting matters, and with all nature of property transactions, including sales and purchases (properties and businesses), leases, caveats, subdivisions, property transfers between family trusts and superannuation funds, and Deceased Estate transactions.
Talk to Annabelle Brasher about all of your family and property needs – she prides herself on achieving great outcomes for our clients whilst keeping them properly informed along the way.
Kate Brockman
Family Lawyer
Lawyer Kate Brockman is an integral member of our family law team and seeks to resolve parenting and property matters efficiently and to the best advantage of our clients. Kate regularly appears in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, and ensures that our clients are kept fully informed as to all steps along the way, and as to the perspective of the Court – in considering the best interests of the children, and a just and equitable property settlement.
A compassionate lawyer, Kate understands that family law matters can be daunting and stressful. Through regular communication, Kate seeks to clarify any uncertainty our clients may have.
Whilst more usually appearing in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, Kate also advocates for the benefit of our clients in the Magistrates’ Court for Criminal and Intervention Order matters from time to time.
Outside of work, Kate has been a member of the Scout movement for over 20 years, which has given her useful insight into the benefits of group activities for children, and child psychology. She enjoys camping and spending time with her family.
Make an appointment today with Kate Brockman to discuss your family law matters.
Anika Waldin
Criminal Defence Lawyer
Anika Waldin is passionate in defending and supporting clients who are facing criminal charges, or require representation in relation to Intervention Orders. Anika has worked in the criminal law sector since 2018 – initially in a police prosecutorial role. She moved to Bayside Solicitors as a defence lawyer in 2021, and has the experience of knowing how police prosecutors operate. Her experience is your advantage. Throughout her time at Bayside Solicitors, Anika has worked on a number of complex matters including fitness to plea matters in the County Court of Victoria, and Intervention orders subject to judicial review in the Supreme Court of Victoria. Anika is passionate about the importance of quality solicitor advocacy and serious indictable crime. A career in law and helping those in need has been a lifelong passion and pursuit. Make an appointment to see Anika about your crime or family violence matter – she is a force to be reckoned with.
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Bayside Solicitors is a dynamic legal practice based in Frankston, the heart of the Mornington Peninsula. Since our establishment in 1998 our firm has grown significantly which enables us to practice in many areas of law so as to better service our community.