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Areas of Expertise

  • Family Law
  • Wills & Estates
  • Commercial & Property Law
  • Business & Contract Law
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Mediation
  • Collaborative Practice

About Charlie

Charlie was admitted to legal practice in 1990 and has worked in private practice since that time. He is passionate about helping clients and providing sensible advice, solutions, and options. He prides himself on treating each client as an important individual and as if he or she were a member of his family. Charlie is very approachable and offers after hours and weekend appointments as required to ensure that the unique needs of each of his clients are met.

Charlie is trained in Collaborative Law and is also a mediator. Charlie encourages the resolution of disputes out of Court. Where Court action is required, Charlie assists clients to resolve matters sensibly thus minimising the financial and non-financial costs of an ongoing dispute.

With ever-changing laws, Charlie is committed to ongoing professional development. He invests a significant amount of time and resources in ensuring that his legal knowledge is current and of a very high standard.

Charlie was born to a large, close immigrant family and grew up working in the family market garden. He proudly served in the Army Reserve (3/9 SAMR) for many years. Charlie speaks Italian and spends his time away from the law with family and friends and helping to manage a family-owned cafe. Charlie draws on his business and life experiences and over a third of a century in the law to provide clients with holistic and sensible legal advice.

Areas of Expertise

  • Dispute Resolution
  • Business, Commercial & Contract Law
  • Public Liability
  • Medical Negligence
  • Commercial Leasing
  • Estate Disputes

About Brendan

Brendan has been practicing law for almost 40 years, and has extensive experience across a wide range of practice areas.

Brendan has looked after numerous clients in all South Australian Civil and Commercial Courts, in injury, insurance and superannuation claims, and in matters concerning general commercial and business transactions.

As part of his commercial career, Brendan has been a director of over 20 public companies gaining considerable experience in corporate governance, due diligence and corporate finance.

For 10 years, Brendan was a board member of the Law Society of South Australia’s Litigation Assistance Fund.  He is a past president of the Australian Plaintiff Lawyers Association, and of the Australian Lawyers Alliance, and has represented the Law Society of South Australia in a Government enquiry into access to justice.

Brendan is passionate about equal pay for equal work, and in his spare time he enjoys reading, cooking, sports and travelling.

Areas of Expertise

  • Business & Contract Law
  • Commercial & Property Law
  • Intellectual Property
  • Franchising
  • Building and Construction
  • Wills & Estates
  • Licensing, Gaming & Hospitality

About Eugene

Eugene joined Belperio Clark in 2009. In addition to his Law degree, Eugene holds a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Adelaide and a Masters of Intellectual Property Law from the University of Melbourne.

Eugene has an enormous amount of experience across several areas of practice. Before joining Belperio Clark, he ran his own firm, ‘Reinboths – Business and Intellectual Property Law’ and before that enjoyed working as the managing partner of a long-standing Adelaide law firm.

As well as representing individuals, Eugene acts for companies, small businesses, partnerships, franchisors, franchisees, not for profit organisations, restaurateurs, landlords and tenants. He also regularly represents owners and builders in disputes arising from building and construction contracts.

Eugene speaks and writes Hindi and has a good understanding of India’s culture and business environment.

Over the years, Eugene has tutored and lectured in various law subjects. He currently lectures in Corporations Law at Federation University’s Adelaide Campus.

In his spare time, he enjoys rock n roll dancing, playing tennis and spending time supporting his son’s sporting activities.

Areas of Expertise

  • Family Law
  • Wills & Estates
  • Dispute Resolution

About Steven

Advising on all aspects of family law matters, including property settlements, children, separation and child support, Steven prides himself on his proactive approach to resolving disputes.

Steven hails from the country, being born and raised in the Berri, in South Australia’s Riverland region. 

After his admission to practice in 2013, Steven returned to his country origins and worked in busy regional law firms where gained broad experience and provided personalised legal services for businesses and individuals. 

Steven is trained in Collaborative Practice and strives to achieve practical and cost-effective outcomes for his clients.

Pragmatic and approachable, in his spare time you will most likely find him on the golf course, spoiling his dog or catching up with family and friends.

About Lawrence

Lawrence graduated from the University of South Australia with a Bachelor of Law (Honours) degree in 2022 and was admitted to practice in March 2023. Working as a paralegal since early 2021 and a strong background in the hospitality industry has developed Lawrence’s client and service focus., Lawrence is committed to achieving the best result for his clients and enjoys developing positive and meaningful relationships with clients and other professionals. When not at work Lawrence enjoys spending time with friends and family, supporting his beloved Chelsea FC and riding his motorbike through the Adelaide Hills.

About Charlotte

Charlotte is a hardworking team player with over 15 years’ experience as a Paralegal. Charlotte possesses a strong work ethic and dedication to her job. Charlotte is an integral part to the team providing valuable support to the legal team, solicitors and to the clients. 

About Jenny

Jenny Mackay, one of our esteemed paralegals, has over 25 years of experience in the legal industry. With her vast experience and knowledge, she provides invaluable support to our legal team and clients. Jennie’s dedication, attention to detail, and professionalism are just a few of the qualities that make her an invaluable member of our team.