Willis & Bowring
Commercial Litigation
Ron Tosolini, Senior Partner of Willis & Bowring heads our business services team. Ron is joined by Lou Polito, Lawrie Picone and Dean Stell who have all had in excess of 30 years practice experience in this area of the law. The firm has built strong connections with many Commercial Estate Agents as well as commercial property owners resulting in a large, specialised Commercial Leasing section.
Our business services team can advise on all business matters including building contracts, intellectual property, joint ventures, trusts and business structures such as companies, partnerships, unit and discretionary trusts. We can also assist with Commercial Dispute Resolution Services.
Our Commercial Litigation and Civil Claim teams, listed below, provide our business clients with legal advice and service in relation to Contract Disputes and Debt Recovery matters.
- Building and Development Disputes: Our experts bring years of experience to the table when it comes to handling intricate building and development disputes.
- Breach of Contract: We provide legal assistance and solutions for cases involving breach of contract, ensuring your rights are protected.
- Property and Strata Title Disputes: When property and strata title disputes arise, our team is well-equipped to help you navigate these complex matters.
Don Wright, Partner specialises in commercial litigation matters. Don has had many years of experience in the Supreme and District Courts and can assist you with complicated building and development disputes; breach of contract and trade practice matters.
Count on our experienced staff to provide you with the expertise and support you need, especially in the Supreme and District Courts, for complicated building and development disputes, breach of contract, and trade practice matters. We’re committed to delivering effective legal solutions tailored to your unique situation.
Commercial Litigation Specialists
Ben Harris
Partner | Property & Commercial Solicitor
Ben Harris
Partner | Property & Commercial Solicitor
E: bharris@willisbowring.com.au
Ben Harris was admitted as a solicitor in February 2004 and joined Willis & Bowring in 2018 having previously been a solicitor at PricewaterhouseCoopers as well as with several Sydney city based mid-tier law firms.
Ben is a partner of Willis & Bowring and manages the Property & Commercial division of the firm, having over 20 years’ experience practicing property and commercial law.
Ben has experience in all aspects of real estate transactions including acting and providing advice on issues relating to:
· the sale and purchase of commercial, retail and industrial property and the development of green field sites;
· commercial, retail and industrial lease transactions;
· the preparation and registration of subdivisions, easements and covenants;
· the preparation of by-laws for strata schemes;
· retirement village contracts and aged care agreements; and
· residential conveyancing.
Ben also has experience in:
· planning and development issues;
· the sale and purchase of businesses and companies;
· the preparation of, and providing advice on, general commercial agreements for businesses and companies;
· the preparation of, and providing advice on, loan and security documentation including the stamping and registration of securities; and
· due diligence investigations.
Ben acts for a range of clients including individuals, private companies and property developers, and has the skills and insight to tailor his advice to suit the needs of his particular clients.
Ben is well established in the Sutherland Shire and truly knows the area, having grown up in and now raising his family in the area.
Dean Stell
Property & Commercial Law Solicitor
Dean Stell
Property & Commercial Law Solicitor
E: dstell@willisbowring.com.au
LLM (Applied Law) Wills & Estates.
Dean Stell brings to the distinguished team at Willis & Bowring with a wealth of experience cultivated over the course of three decades. Prior to becoming an integral part of our firm, Dean successfully ran his own practice, earning a reputation for his exceptional expertise in a trio of paramount legal domains: conveyancing, commercial law, and intellectual property law.
With more than 30 years of hands-on experience, Dean Stell has honed his craft to perfection, becoming a sought-after authority in the legal landscape. His primary focus revolves around crafting meticulously tailored contracts designed to safeguard and fortify businesses’ most precious assets, preserve invaluable business information, and ensure the harmonious operation of shareholder and partnership agreements.
Intellectual Property:
Dean’s proficiency in intellectual property law is a testament to his commitment to protecting the creative endeavours and innovations of businesses and individuals alike. He navigates the intricate terrain of trademark, copyright, and patent law with precision, ensuring that his clients’ intellectual property rights are upheld and vigorously defended.
Business Legal Services:
Dean’s unparalleled expertise in commercial law extends to a wide array of business legal services. His adeptness in drafting contracts, negotiating complex agreements, and resolving disputes empowers businesses to thrive with the utmost legal protection and strategic guidance. Dean is not just a legal advisor; he is a strategic partner dedicated to the growth and success of his clients’ enterprises.
Conveyancing:
Dean’s extensive experience in conveyancing is marked by a meticulous attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to seamless property transactions. His comprehensive approach ensures that both buyers and sellers navigate the intricacies of property law with ease, from contract drafting to settlement, allowing them to make sound real estate investments with confidence.
Dean brings forth a wealth of knowledge and a track record of excellence in the realms of intellectual property, commercial law, and conveyancing. With Dean’s guidance, our clients can rest assured that their legal needs are met with the utmost professionalism, experience, and dedication to achieving optimal results.
At Willis & Bowring, we are proud to offer a comprehensive suite of legal services, and Dean’s presence further enhances our ability to provide exceptional legal solutions tailored to your unique needs.
Support Staff
- Joanne Brown
- Catherine Noyes
Commercial Litigations Enquiry
Feel free to reach out to our dedicated staff for guidance on these civil matters. We’re here to assist you.
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What Our Clients Say
Jeff F.
02:03 28 Jan 26
Extremely satisfied with Kate Eves & Ben Harris at Willis & Bowring for their work on the sale of my fathers home. Several hiccups with the sale were… quickly resolved by Kate and I was kept informed at all times which was greatly appreciated. Highly recommended!read more
Kassie S.
23:50 18 Dec 25
Highly recommend this firm. Most recently had an excellent experience with Jessica Calleja. Outstanding service, expertise and efficiency.
Peter A.
04:42 08 Dec 25
Always great service when requiring JP services. I will use for any legal requirements as well.
Andrew
03:35 19 Nov 25
Once again great service from Ben Harris ,Joanne Brown and the team from Willis and Bowring.Efficient,effective and always happy to help and… advise.30 plus years of service.Many thanksread more
Sandra C
10:19 12 Nov 25
We sold my parents house of 65 years and purchased a unit to be settled on same day.The professional way in which all tasks were carried out was… amazing. Very prompt to answer emails and phone calls.An amazing team to work with.Thank you.read more
Scott M.
07:28 01 Aug 25
Ben Harris and his team at Willis & Bowring are excellent. Great advice, efficient and always get the job done in a professional manner. Highly… recommended for any Property Law needs.read more
Lin C.
04:03 11 Jul 25
Tess made the process of selling my mother’s property very easy. She ensured that I was aware of each step of the transaction and provided timely… advice when needed. I would have no hesitation in recommending Tess when selling a property.read more
Tamara W.
03:05 26 Jun 25
Pam and the Team at Willis and Bowring are amazing. Any person going through divorce knows its tough, but to have a team behind you every step of the… way is what counts. Pam was not only efficient in every step of the process but she guided me and supported me through this tough time. I can’t thank her team enough for seeing me through this whole matter. Highly recommendread more
Karen K.
04:28 04 Jun 25
Huge thank you to Tess for handling the sale of the family estate. Tess was highly professional and knowledgeable and efficiently represented our… family in all matters relating to the property transaction. Tess was there for us every step of the way and worked around the clock to keep us informed and supported. Tess treated us with the greatest of respect, empathy and kindness and we will always remember this. I hold Tess in the greatest esteem and highly recommend her work to anyone looking for the best representation in their property transaction.read more
Caterina De F.
09:05 01 May 25
Pamela Wood was truly a lifesaver for me. I was in an incredibly stressful and emotional situation, and from the moment she stepped in, everything… changed. Pamela didn’t just offer legal advice, she offered strength, compassion, and a sense of hope when I was running on empty. When things got really bad, she somehow pulled off what felt like a miracle. Her professionalism is unmatched, but it’s her genuine care and determination that set her apart. I honestly don’t know where I’d be without her. If you’re looking for a lawyer who will go above and beyond, Pamela is the one you want in your corner. I’ll be forever grateful.read more
Noelene T.
00:13 23 Apr 25
We have used Tess and the team at Willis and Bowring for our conveyancing to buy and sell. The process was made a lot easier even though our… situation wasn’t as straight forward as the usual sell. I would highly recommend the team at Willis and Bowring for your conveyancing and would use them again.read more
Mercedes M.
07:13 17 Apr 25
Very happy with attention to detail, and very helpful .I am certainly very please ,and would recommend it to all my family and friends .
Kerrie D.
06:42 01 Apr 25
My mother sold her house and bought her Retirement Unit with Willis and Bowring in February 2025, and they did a fantastic job. They were very… professional, and represented my mother and fought for her interests. We were really impressed with the service. They gave me all the documents that Centrelink required really fast too. I’m happy to recommend their services for Real Estate. We also had them do Powers of Attorney and Guardianship at the hospital a year or so ago too. All good with that work also.read more
Sharon B.
05:25 21 Feb 25
I had the pleasure of working with Pam from Willis & Bowring on my Family Law matter, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the service I received.… Pam was incredibly prompt with all the legal work, and her knowledge is truly exceptional. What stood out to me most was her genuine care throughout the process, making a challenging time much easier to navigate. I highly recommend Pam and her team for any legal matters. The service is outstanding, and I am grateful for their support.read more
Craig T.
05:13 19 Feb 25
Professional and efficient. Thanks to the team at Willis & Bowring our property transaction was handled expertly – we were always kept informed and… advised. Well done!read more
Keith W.
22:01 14 Feb 25
The team at Willis Bowring, Tess, Amie were very professional, returned calls promptly, and dealt with my mother-in-law’s estate with sympathy and… and respect.Thank to the of Tess and Amie, and especially the support staff, it was a pleasure.Thank youElizabeth Wood(The late Mrs Joan Comerford’s estate)read more
Alessandro P.
01:17 17 Dec 24
Very prompt and efficient firm. High quality service, highly recommend
Craig C.
09:48 13 Nov 24
It was a pleasure working with Tess.Tess was professional, knowledgeable, and made the entire process easy to understand. No questions were… dismissed and I felt confident and well-supported throughout the matter. I would highly recommend Tess’s services to anyone in need of property and commercial legal assistance.read more
braden C.
08:44 15 Oct 24
great service , very professional assisted me through a sensitive time
Mario V.
04:31 03 Sep 24
Ben Harris and Joanne Brown at Willis & Bowring have provided me with a high level of professional service on a number of occasions over the past few… years. Their attention to the important detail is excellent and they are always very prompt in dealing with your matter, providing the right advice and nothing but the right advice and then getting on with the job. I’m very happy to recommend them to anyone looking for these qualities in a law firm.read more
Chris C.
23:41 15 Aug 24
Wills /Bowring have been so amazing dealing will our mothers estate. They have been our parents lawyer right from the start . . Always there to… answer any questions i had to deal with my mothers estate. our family were extremely happy with how everything turned out. we can highly recommend the team . thanks again for everything .read more
Lisa P.
05:29 06 Aug 24
I could not speak more highly of Willis & Bowring, in particular Ben Harris, Elaine Tang and Tess Eecen. They were professional, thorough and… understanding during the stressful time of selling my property and purchasing a new one. They kept me informed, updated and responded to my calls and emails with such efficiency. I have dealt with Willis & Bowring over many years for different reasons and they have always been helpful and treated me with respect.I hold them in the highest regard and I thank them so much for all their assistance.Lisa Priceread more
Nik N.
09:37 23 Jul 24
Great service, it’s good to know that they have your interests at heart,excellent dedicated professionals highly recommended
Ayad A.
08:10 17 Jul 24
Excellent professional services. We have been using Willis & Bowring for over 20 years, handling our real estate transactions and we have never been… disappointed. Highly recommend them for their servicesread more
George A.
07:34 24 May 24
Jessica was the most professional, helpful, friendly, informative and personable lawyer we have used.we would highly recommend using Jessica/Willis… and Bowring.read more
Piano S.
00:25 02 May 24
Excellent service from Jessica Calleja and Kasey Mercieca.
Toni M.
03:31 28 Apr 24
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Elaine T.and Ben H. for their highly professional and competent services, provided in both a friendly and… accessible manner. They were thorough, fair and transparent assisting us from the start of our 1st home investment purchase journey and we highly recommend them for their attention to detail and excellent customer service too.Thank you,Margaret and Toniread more
Patrick H.
11:06 11 Apr 24
Excellent service highly recommend both Dean Stell and Catherine Noyes, work well as a team and always there to help us.
Greg C.
22:30 18 Feb 24
I chose Willis & Bowring to help me with a probate matter. I would like to thank Aimee Collantes and her colleagues for the competent and… professional service they provided me.read more
andy P.
17:19 09 Feb 24
On approaching the firm of Willis & Bowring we found them to be not only understanding and professional but totally in tune with our needs. Deanne… Kindis our lawyer was exceptional. We are delighted with her and how much she helped us with her professionalism and compassion.read more
BK
06:20 25 Jan 24
Received very good service from Jessica on Estate Administration service. Highly recommend Willis & Bowring
Viveca M.
06:55 16 Jan 24
Jessica provided exceptional guidance through the entire process of creating our Wills. She’s very good at explaining the implications associated… with a Will in a way that is understandable, allowing us to make informed decisions and feel confident moving forward. Thank you Jessica!read more
Georgia E.
23:33 19 Dec 23
Very happy with Pam and the team at Willis & Bowring. Highly recommend.
Sharon M.
19:45 04 Dec 23
Friendly and professional assistance given in a private, stylish and convenient office space.
Martin H
04:59 17 Nov 23
My dealings with Jessica, Crystal, Tess & all other staff at Willis and Bowring for Estate and Property matters have been a pleasure in what has been… a difficult year. Every inquiry was dealt with professionally and all legal amendments were always in clear English and easy to understand. I highly recommend Willis and Bowring for any Estate and Property matters and look forward to dealing with them again in the future.read more
peter H.
01:32 14 Nov 23
Very professionalHappy with the service they provide
Susan J.
02:25 08 Nov 23
Tess and Joanne were a pleasure to work with on the sale of my unit. It was very stressful for me but they explained everything during the process… and set my mind at ease. I would use Willis & Bowring again and recommend them to anyone considering selling or buying property.read more
Iain M.
00:15 02 Nov 23
As the conveyancers for the sale of our Sydney home, Tess and Catherine from Willis & Bowring were responsive, always on top of next steps, provided… clear comms and were a pleasure to deal with. Highly recommended.read more
lincoln D.
15:51 24 Oct 23
Fast and professional, would recommend
Nadia L.
06:47 15 Oct 23
We are incredibly thankful to have had Aimee as our solicitor during a difficult time when daily tasks were hard to manage due to the passing of a… family member. Her expertise made everything easier for us and ensured that everything was taken care of. Aimee ‘s experience and knowledge of the necessary steps to take, coupled with her frequent updates, provided us with peace of mind. We would like to express our gratitude to Wilis and Bowring Solicitors Miranda for their amazing team, and we would highly recommend this company.read more
Mark G.
01:33 30 Sep 23
We used the services of Willis and Bowring Solicitors recently for a deceased estate. Aimee and her team handled the matter very professionally at a… competitive cost. We would recommend them to anyone else needing the services of a lawyer with probate matterread more
Paul C.
07:33 28 Aug 23
Deanne and the team at Willis & Bowring were extremely helpful and efficient in my Grandfathers estate planning. They were able to articulate the law… and guide the best outcome for him in a timely manner. Thanks you so much for the help. Will definitely come back!read more
Lorraine E.
07:38 23 Aug 23
Aimee Collantes has been exceptional in providing information and advising me on how to carry out the directions within the Will of my late brother.… I have never been an Executor of a Will before and Aimee has been extremely efficient, professional and very easy to discuss any issue with. Willis & Bowring are lucky to have Aimee as she has made a difference to me regarding the legal side of carrying out my late brother’s wishes.read more
Ziaul A.
01:41 24 Jul 23
Such Lovely people. So friendly and supportive. I went to have some help, Ms Dianne Kindis is so helpful and friendly, she did it very promptly. God… bless her at his best.read more
Jon H.
10:01 17 Mar 23
Had to take my elderly Mum to get her will amended after the passing of my Dad late last year. We met with Jessica who was so good with the situation… and explained everything incredibly well. My Mum was a bit worried about the whole thing but ended up very happy.read more
Michael W
20:39 25 Feb 23
We had estate planning documents done with Deanne and the team. They were professional and prompt throughout the process, keeping us informed of… progress and costs. The documents were thoroughly explained to us. I recommend the team to anyone seeking their services.read more
JZ S.
05:17 01 Dec 22
The Willis & Bowring Team will support you with all your legal needs. Excellent service, especially from Solicitor Elena Buzevska, who focuses on… understanding your circumstances with compassion, and finding the best solutions as needed.Highly Recommend!!!read more
Bianca P.
01:33 24 Nov 22
Thank you to Catherine, Dean, Elaine and the Team at Willis & Bowring Miranda for their professional help, guidance and assistance with conveyancing… and property settlement.read more
Cherie L.
02:46 03 Nov 22
The team at Willis & Bowring led by Dean Stell with his associates Catherine Noyes, Jared Simonis and Tess Eecen removed the stress from selling a… property. Their customer service, legal expertise and regular communication kept me in the loop at all times. They were willing to go that extra mile to explain things further when I required further information and they took the the time to follow through with any queries or updates. Would certainly recommend their legal service !read more
Bryce A.
09:40 28 Oct 22
The Team at Willis & Bowring are always dependable and a pleasure to work with!
M T.
08:01 27 Oct 22
Ben Harris and the property team at Willis & Bowring were very professional and helpful in guiding me through the process of purchasing my first… home. I highly recommend.read more
Natalie B.
02:14 26 Oct 22
Pam Wood and team helped me through a very difficult time in my life with compassion, kindness and understanding. I will be forever grateful.
Michelle L.
09:12 18 Nov 20
Supported me through very tough situations with great results. Made to feel like a valued client at all times. Would highly recommend using this… firm. Kelly Weston in particular.read more
David I.
03:06 31 Jul 20
Very friendly staff and helpful with with legal matters
backes J.
00:52 10 Mar 19
Very professional and to the point…highly recommend
Ross M.
23:35 03 Nov 18
Very helpful
Diony M.
05:29 27 Jun 17
Excellent knowledge and really listen to your needs.
mary C.
04:52 02 Sep 25
I recently used Tess and her team at Willis and Bowring for conveyancing to sell my property in Sydney and to purchase of a property in the country. … Many thanks to Tess and her team for their exceptional legal work on my behalf. I was impressed with Tess’ knowledge and expertise, she handled my case with professionalism, she put me at ease throughout the process and kept me informed every step of the way. I would highly recommend Tess and her team to anyone seeking conveyancing services when buying or selling property. Tess and her team were a pleasure to deal with. Mary Crottyread more
Phillip B.
00:47 24 Jun 25
Tess and Elaine,Thank you for professional help in the matter of selling our unit at Sutherland. Your expert help and knowledge at every step was… very much appreciated.Regards,Phillipread more
John P.
08:53 17 May 24
all worked well and settlement handled expeditiously
