Est. 1887 — Shepparton, Victoria

Trusted since
eighteen
eighty-seven.

Shepparton's oldest law practice. Four directors, eight practice areas, and 137 years of getting it right for the Goulburn Valley.

The Camerons Lawyers team at 128 Maude Street, Shepparton
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Camerons Lawyers office at 128 Maude Street, Shepparton

Shepparton's oldest
law practice

Founded in 1887 by John Sutherland — one of the first lawyers in Northern Victoria — the firm became "Sutherland & Cameron" when Frank Cameron joined in 1921. The Cameron name has defined legal practice in the Goulburn Valley ever since.

Today the firm sits at 128 Maude Street with four directors and a team of ten. We combine regional knowledge with professional rigour — practical advice, plain-spoken, from people who know this community.

"You can trust the team at Camerons will guide you to an outstanding result."
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Practice areas

Eight areas of law. One team that knows the Goulburn Valley inside out.

Whether you are purchasing your first home in Shepparton, subdividing rural land, negotiating a commercial lease, or managing a complex settlement, our property team handles the paperwork and negotiations so you can focus on the outcome. We act for individuals, developers, and businesses across the Goulburn Valley.

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Family matters require careful handling. We provide direct, practical advice on separation, parenting plans, spousal maintenance, and dividing assets — always with your best interests in mind. We aim to resolve disputes outside court wherever possible, saving you time and stress.

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A well-prepared will protects the people who matter most. We draft wills, appoint Powers of Attorney, administer estates, and guide executors through the probate process. For farming families and business owners, we also advise on succession planning to keep assets where they belong.

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From setting up a new business structure to buying or selling an established enterprise, our commercial lawyers handle agreements, due diligence, franchise arrangements, and restructuring. We work with sole traders through to large agricultural operations across Northern Victoria.

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Water law is a specialty born from our location in the Goulburn Valley. We advise irrigators, farmers, and water traders on buying and selling water shares, subdividing water use licences, resolving disputes with authorities, and navigating the complex regulatory framework.

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When a matter cannot be resolved through negotiation, we represent clients before the Magistrates' Court, County Court, Supreme Court, and VCAT. Our litigation team handles commercial disputes, criminal charges, building and construction claims, and debt recovery proceedings.

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Planning law in regional Victoria has its own challenges. We assist with permit applications, objections, rezoning requests, and appeals to VCAT. Whether you are a developer, landowner, or neighbour affected by a proposal, we know how local councils and the planning framework operate.

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We act for both employers and employees on workplace disputes, terminations, restraint of trade clauses, bullying investigations, and discrimination complaints. Our aim is practical resolution — but when a matter reaches the Fair Work Commission, we are prepared.

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The directors

Four directors lead the practice. Each brings decades of specialised legal experience to the Goulburn Valley.

Jayne Law

Jayne Law

Director

Owen Lai

Owen Lai

Director

Melissa Pace

Melissa Pace

Director

Simon Burke

Simon Burke

Director

Our heritage

137 years in the Goulburn Valley

From John Sutherland's arrival from Scotland in 1887, through the Cameron partnership of 1921, to today's team of fourteen — this firm has been part of Shepparton longer than most of its landmarks.

1887 Founded
1921 Cameron name
2026 Still here

Get the right advice today

Whether it is a property settlement, a family matter, or a business question — our team is ready. Call us or send a message.