Meet the Team Behind Stratus Legal Group

Experienced lawyers and support professionals helping individuals, families and businesses move forward with confidence.

60+

Years of Experience

Victoria-Wide

Remote & In Person Service

4

Practice Areas

1000s+

Clients Assisted

The Stratus Standard

What You'll Experience working with our team

We are dedicated to delivering a seamless legal journey. By merging premier legal strategy with responsive, personal counsel, we ensure your peace of mind whether resolving complex disputes, finalising transactions, or managing personal legal affairs.

WELCOME TO STRATUS

Your First Call

Friendly guidance from the moment you reach out.

Starting a legal matter can feel overwhelming. That is why our team is committed to making your first interaction with Stratus as straightforward and welcoming as possible.

Your first point of contact

Rhiannon Smith

Administration Officer

Rhiannon is often the first person clients speak with when they contact Stratus. Whether you are making an enquiry, booking an appointment or looking for information about our services, she helps guide you through the next steps and ensures you are connected with the right member of our team.

The legal team helping you move forward with confidence.

Your Problem Solvers

Every legal matter is different, but our goal is always the same: to provide practical advice, clear communication and solutions tailored to your circumstances.

Kathryn Oswald

Managing Partner

Kathryn leads the strategic direction of Stratus Legal Group, with a focus on innovation, client experience and operational excellence. She is passionate about making legal services more accessible, transparent and easier to understand for every client who engages with the firm.

Alex O'Donohue

Principal Lawyer

Alex thrives on solving the difficult problems. Whether dealing with a high-stakes dispute, a complex estate matter or a challenging agreement, he works closely with clients to develop practical strategies that achieve meaningful outcomes.

Amanda Azzinnaro

Senior Associate

Amanda is known for her ability to find practical pathways to resolution, even in complex and emotionally charged disputes. Combining strategic legal expertise with a calm and compassionate approach, she helps clients move forward with confidence and clarity.

Akshay Modgill

Lawyer

Akshay is known for his approachable nature and willingness to help clients tackle a wide range of legal challenges. He takes a practical, solutions-focused approach, helping clients understand their options and move forward with confidence.

Angel Assifiri

Lawyer

Angel is known for her warm, approachable nature and her ability to make complex legal issues easier to understand. She works closely with clients through family law, estate planning and contract matters, ensuring they feel supported, informed and confident at every stage.

Abby Meulendyks

Conveyancing Paralegal

Known for tackling the tricky property matters others shy away from, Abby works closely with clients, lenders and lawyers to keep transactions on track and moving smoothly from start to finish.

Mariel Raciels

Litigation Paralegal

If there’s a litigation file in the office, chances are Mariel is involved. She works closely with clients and lawyers across a wide range of disputes, helping keep matters moving and ensuring clients feel supported every step of the way.

KEEPING EVERYTHING RUNNING SMOOTHLY

Behind the Scenes

While you may not interact with every member of our team, their work plays an important role in delivering the level of service our clients expect from Stratus.

Amy Brown

Practice Manager

Amy is the driving force behind the firm’s day-to-day operations. She oversees systems, processes and client service delivery, ensuring the team has the structure and support needed to provide an exceptional client experience.

Kacey Goddard

Legal Assistant

Kacey is the backbone of the legal team, providing the support, organisation and attention to detail that allows our lawyers to focus on delivering outstanding legal advice. From document management to client communication, she helps ensure every matter runs smoothly.

Sarah Sharrock

Legal Accounts Officer

Sarah helps clients stay informed and in control of the financial side of their legal matter. From trust accounting and billing enquiries to legal funding options and cost updates, she ensures clients have clarity and confidence every step of the way.

What Our Clients Say

Read what some of our past clients have to say. The ethics and reputation of each one of our lawyers, precedes them individually and us as a firm.

OUR CLIENT EXPERIENCE

Legal Service Designed Differently

Clear Communication

We explain legal issues in plain English.

Responsive Service

We keep you informed and return calls promptly.

Practical Solutions

Advice focused on outcomes, not theory.

A Team Around You

Lawyers, legal assistants and support staff working together to support your matter.