OUR PEOPLE

Senior Partner

Paul has worked as a criminal defence lawyer since 2005 and has been a partner at Haines & Polites since 2011.

An Accredited Criminal Law Specialist, Paul provides his clients with dedicated and trusted advice and advocacy. 

Paul has worked in all jurisdictions and has an intricate understanding of Court process and procedure. 

Email: ptomlinson@hplaw.com.au

Senior Partner

Charles has been a Partner at Haines and Polites since 1989, Charles is an expert Criminal Law practitioner with 35 years’ experience. 

He has worked across every jurisdiction, and his deep experience and longstanding presence within the Melbourne legal community means he can offer effective, trusted advice on strategy and approach to criminal charges.

E: cnikakis@hplaw.com.au

Solicitor

Jackson was admitted to the legal practice in June 2019 and has since developed a broad practice servicing clients from all backgrounds across multiple fields. Jackson’s commercial practice sees him work in the areas of litigation, estate planning, business law and conveyancing. Jackson also practices as a criminal lawyer and appears in both the Magistrates’ and County Court.

It is Jackson’s result driven approach to representing his clients has helped him to achieve an outstanding client retention rate and overall client satisfaction. Outside of the law, Jackson has a particular interest in the property market and football.

E: jbarrett@hplaw.com.au

Consultant Lawyer

Terry joined our practice in 2023, following our firm’s acquisition of his established practice, Terry Lillis Lawyers. 

In over forty years of legal practice, Terry has built a strong presence in the Metropolitan community and services hundreds of clients who appreciate Terry’s personalised approach to client service. 

Terry has particular specialisation advising clients with respect to complex property matters, business transactions, and deceased estate disputes. 

Come and say hello to Terry. Perhaps don’t ask him which football team he supports, unless you also adore the red and black.

Legal Trainee 

Ciara is a dedicated lawyer in training who joined our firm following her having completed a law degree at the University of Maynooth in Ireland.  

With more than 2 years as a law clerk at our firm, Ciara has now commenced a legal traineeship and is soon to be a qualified lawyer, and a good one at that. It’s Ciara’s dedication and hard work that’s bound to see her forge a successful career as a legal practitioner. 

In Ciara’s spare time, she is an avid Golfer and plays off an impressive handicap of 9.

E: cmolloy@hplaw.com.au