6/1 North Concourse Beaumaris 3193

Tel : (03) 9589 5444

Fax : (03) 9589 5046

Willis Simmonds Lawyers is a boutique firm offering quality legal services in Beaumaris, and is founded on more than 65 collective years of legal expertise across many areas of the law. 

Our considerable clientele consists of a mix of individuals, local residents, corporations and businesses, including a number of high profile companies, a large proportion of whom have been loyal clients over many years.  We have, and continue to, consistently expand our client base through referrals from satisfied clients, which we see as a reflection on the excellent level of service provided.

Headed by our two very experienced partners, John Willis and Joanne Simmonds, our team consists of our Conveyancing Manager Rosalee Scriven, Law Student/Legal Assistant Chrissie Malioris and three administration staff.  We pride ourselves on ensuring our clients receive an exceptional standard of professional and personalised representation in the following areas:

• Commercial & Business Law
• Trusts & estate planning
•  Asset protection
• Conveyancing & Property
• Wills & Deceased Estates
• General legal advice & Agreements
• Commercial leases
• Litigation & dispute resolution

The Partners

John Willis B.Ec, LL.B (Hons), Founding Partner

John attended Brighton Grammar School and went on to complete a Bachelor of Economics and a Bachelor of Laws at Monash University.  John was admitted to practice as a Barrister and Solicitor in 1974.

John practised law in Leongatha, before returning to Beaumaris and commencing legal practice in the Concourse in 1986.  John and his wife Pam have close ties to the local community. 

John has vast experience across a wide range of law, practising largely in relation to Trusts, Business and Commercial Law, including large Commercial Litigation matters, with particular focus on complex Commercial matters and Agreements, for both corporate clients and individuals.

Joanne Simmonds (LL.B)

Joanne also attended Monash University where she completed a Bachelor of Laws.  Prior to joining the practice in 2002, Joanne experience started in 1984 in the areas of Conveyancing and Probate and brought her wealth of experience in those areas to the firm. 

Joanne continues to practice extensively in Conveyancing and Probate, including Wills and Powers of Attorney, and in the areas of Business Law, including sales and purchases of small businesses, Commercial Leases, and Litigation.  Joanne also has an expanding practice in Asset Protection, and representing individuals who feel they have been unfairly dealt with in a family member's Will.

Joanne has recently moved back into the area with her family, after leaving Mentone in 1986 for the outer suburbs, and now resides in Parkdale.

Our Staff

Rosalee Scriven, Conveyancing Manager

Rosalee has been with the firm since 2002, and has extensive conveyancing experience in domestic and commercial property transactions, subdivisions and off-the-plan sales and purchases.  She provides a highly organised, efficient and professional service and streamlines what can often be a very stressful experience.  Rosalee is a dedicated team player, who attends to client's requests swiftly and she has an enviable track record of bringing matters to a successful conclusion on time.  Rosalee works under the supervision of the partners of the firm, and with the assistance of Chrissie Malioris.

Chrissie Malioris, Law Student/Assistant

Chrissie is in her third year studying law at Monash University and competently assists John, Joanne and Rosalee.  Chrissie also stands in for Rosalee when she is on leave, looking after our conveyancing department.  Chrissie is more than happy to answer your queries in relation to conveyancing matters, should Rosalee not be in the office when you call.  Chrissie also assists with front office duties and, together with Clare and Gail, offers a warm welcome to our clients.

Clare Taylor and Gail Pietrzak, Legal Assistants

Clare and Gail are our front office staff and will greet you when you call in or telephone us.  Gail's duties are primarily as John's Assistant, and Clare is primarily Joanne's Assistant.  Both Clare and Gail are valuable members of our team.

Pam Willis, B.Ec, Dip Ed

Pam grew up in Beaumaris, has a Bachelor of Economics and a Diploma of Education, and has taught locally for many years.  Pam and John operate well as a husband and wife team, with Pam responsible for the bookkeeping and associated duties within our firm.