Our Values

Expert legal advice and guidance you can rely on when you need it most.

We have been servicing the local community for over 50 years – and are proud (and very protective) of the reputation we have built as the leading law firm for Melbourne’s north eastern suburbs.

We have achieved this reputation because our staff are committed to achieving the best outcome for each and every client.

We value trust, the pursuit of excellence, team work and integrity.

We don’t just want to get the best possible service and have your matters handled in a professional manner, we want to make sure you always know what’s going on and feel confident in your legal dealings.

You are in good hands.

Trusted legal service provider

We have been servicing the local area for over 50 years and have grown to be a trusted legal service provider within the community. We’ve helped thousands of people from Melbourne’s north eastern suburbs achieve the best possible outcome.

We pursue excellence

Our team pursues excellence while completing your matter in a professional, efficient and cost effective manner. We are a member of the prestigious Law Australasia group, an association of nineteen law firms throughout the country which strive, as we do, to deliver excellent legal services to clients.

We are one of only three law firms in Melbourne to be members of Law Australasia and have access to the best tools to ensure that we meet our clients’ needs in the most efficient and cost effective way.

Being part of a larger group also provides Tonkin Legal to greater resources. Members of Law Australasia work collaboratively and provide assistance and legal advice to fellow member firms. What does this mean to you? Essentially, we have 18 firms behind us that can assist with all matters.

Personal service, integrity and teamwork

We pride ourselves on our commitment to personal service and integrity. We work as a team and are sensitive to your specific needs. Our professionals discuss and review each matter regularly to ensure that we are doing everything we can to achieve the best results possible.

Transparent with costs

Our costs committee ensures that accurate cost estimates are provided to you at various stages throughout your matter. We strive to be transparent with costs and keep you informed at all times.

At Tonkin Legal, you are in good hands. We understand that you want to be heard and we are here to listen. Let us help to take the stress out of your matter.

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What our clients say

Good morning Charlie, I'd like to thank you and your team for your continued support and professional approach during what amounts to be a tough time.

Robert

Lymington (Tasmania)

Thank you so much Ruby for your support. I have had no problem with recommending you and the firm to others during our time together and will continue to do so in the future.

Stephen

Heidelberg

Just wanted to say big thank for everything over the last few months. Your support has been fantastic, I’ve felt heard and respected through the entire process. So relieved to finally be able to close that chapter.

Brianna

Thornbury

Ruby was fantastic, she made the whole process easy with no stress.

Ron

Viewbank

Great timely service and everything explained clearly.

Sara

Doreen

Shelley was very easy to deal with, and always had the answer for any questions or queries we had.

Daniel & Kiera

Whittlesea

Ruby was courteous and professional during the entire will process. Ruby took the time to understand our life situation and have a few laughs during the process. We thoroughly enjoyed Ruby’s approach of being professional but not stale and dull.

Grant & Robyn

Maribyrnong

Everything was done efficiently. Staff were all very friendly and helpful.

Kerri

Montmorency

Suzanna was extremely helpful and patient under difficult circumstances.

Leigh

Lower Plenty

Thanks Charlie. Your friendly manner, responsiveness and professionalism was much appreciated.

Rose

Rosanna

Thank you again for your very compassionate and professional handling of the signing. It's not easy by any means but you are making it so much better for us.

Noah

Watsonia

“Thank you St John for your great work and professionalism in finalising my divorce. It was great and after so many years it has taken to get to this place, it is still quite unbelievable that it has now been finished.”

Ava

Heidelberg

Everything gets sorted so quickly and everyone is so friendly.”

Pauline

Toorak

Suzanna and Shelley, acknowledged and thank you sincerely for all you have done, not only over the last few months for settlement, but also over the past two years….Your professionalism, thoroughness and exceptional communication has been deeply appreciated especially given I have been overseas for 80% of this process. Wishing you continued success in your business. I’m proud to say my lawyers and conveyancers are Tonkin Legal Group.

Mark

Fitzroy North

Hi Charlie, a word of thanks for the assistance and guidance provided by Tonkin Legal and in particular by yourself in settling my mother’s estate, throughout drawn out [to me] processes over the past two years. Your commitment and persistence in working through those processes on our behalf is truly appreciated.

Lindsay

Melbourne