Our Team

People behind the advice.

SharpSpade brings together legal experience across a broad range of personal, commercial and regulatory matters, with a practical focus on clear advice and sound judgement.

Our Lawyers

Experienced people. Practical advice.

Our lawyers work closely with clients to understand the commercial, personal and legal issues behind each matter and provide advice that is clear, considered and purposeful.

Dr Barr Jackson Nettlefold
Principal Lawyer

Dr Barr Jackson Nettlefold

Corporate & Commercial · Litigation

Dr Barr Jackson Nettlefold advises businesses and private clients on complex commercial matters, strategic disputes and significant transactions. His approach combines careful legal analysis with a strong focus on the practical outcome for the client, particularly where commercial decisions and legal risk intersect.

Nicholas Fairchild
Senior Lawyer

Nicholas Fairchild

Property & Real Estate · Commercial

Nicholas Fairchild advises clients on property transactions, development matters, commercial leasing and related contractual issues. He is focused on helping clients identify risk early, negotiate with confidence and keep transactions moving while protecting their commercial interests.

Madeleine Lawson
Senior Lawyer

Madeleine Lawson

Employment & Workplace Relations · Regulatory

Madeleine Lawson advises employers and individuals on workplace issues, employment agreements, performance and conduct matters, workplace disputes and regulatory obligations. Her practice is grounded in practical advice, careful communication and solutions that are workable in the real world.

Amelia Hart
Principal Lawyer

Amelia Hart

Corporate & Commercial · Property

Amelia advises businesses and private clients on commercial transactions, contractual arrangements and property matters. She takes a practical, detail-focused approach to negotiating agreements and helping clients understand the legal and commercial consequences of important decisions.

Daniel Mercer
Senior Lawyer

Daniel Mercer

Litigation · Dispute Resolution

Daniel advises clients involved in commercial and civil disputes, with a focus on early strategy, negotiation and effective resolution. He works closely with clients to assess the strengths and risks of a matter and to develop a clear path forward when a dispute cannot be resolved informally.

Clara Bennett
Lawyer

Clara Bennett

Employment · Family · Regulatory

Clara assists clients with employment matters, sensitive personal issues and regulatory concerns. She approaches each matter with discretion and care, translating complex legal requirements into clear advice and practical next steps for individuals and businesses.

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Our team works collaboratively across practice areas, combining legal experience with a clear understanding of each client's objectives.

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