Sean Shotter
Solicitor and Principal
Sean has decades of legal experience. His sensible and practical approach to finding solutions is only overshadowed by his dress sense.
Leanne Shotter
Office Manager
As the office manager, Leanne is always keen to tackle accounting and administrative matters, and whilst only working part-time achieves a nice work/home balance.
Holly Drysdale
Solicitor
Holly is a breath of fresh air, a pocket rocket of enthusiasm and caring to our clients in all our Probate, Estate, Property and Commercial matters.
Adam Khan
Solicitor
Adam is a graduate solicitor with a passion for building strong relationships and helping clients navigate life's legal milestones. He is actively developing his expertise in property, commercial, and Wills and Estate law, learning the footsteps of the profession with humility, drive, and a keen eye for detail.
Beverley Cantle
Solicitor
Beverley has championed her clients for more than 40 years, providing expert strategies in all facets of Will making strategies as well as facilitating life protection documents such as Powers of attorney and enduring guardianship. She has extensive experience with complex estate matters, including challenges to Wills.
Alana Brennan
Solicitor
With over a decade of experience as a solicitor, Alana is efficiently managing Commercial Transactions and Estate Planning matters while juggling the chaos of family life with young children.
Joe Bryant
Solicitor
Joe Bryant is a solicitor based in Newcastle, New South Wales, with a practice spanning racing and sports law, criminal defence, NCAT matters, and commercial litigation. He is known for his strategic advocacy, technical expertise, and practical advice tailored to clients across diverse sectors.
Dario Bergmann
Paralegal
As a current student at the University of Newcastle studying a Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Dario works part-time as a paralegal and assists with Commercial, Estate Planning and Sports matters.
Alycia Lang
Paralegal
Alycia joined our team in 2022 as a Legal Assistant to Holly Drysdale, bringing a calm and approachable energy to the office. Her primary role involves preparing court documents, briefs to counsel, Probate applications, and attending to estate administration. She also assists in drafting affidavits and statements for Family Provision claims in the Supreme Court Equity Division.
Erin Pugh
Receptionist
Erin is the first point of contact at Shotters. With a warm smile and a caring attitude, she is committed to assisting clients with any requests or needs, ensuring a smooth and positive experience every time.
Nick Shotter
Legal Assistant
Nick works as an office assistant several days a week whilst studying at the university of Newcastle. Otherwise, he is usually at the beach or riding his motorbike.