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James O’Donnell

Director / Litigation

James O’Donnell

Director / Litigation

James O’Donnell has extensive experience assisting clients with a range of disputes in litigation including building and construction disputes, general contractual disputes, leasing disputes and insurance disputes.

Qualifications

Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice

Bachelor of Laws from the Deakin University

Bachelor of Social Science (Legal and Dispute Studies)

Key Dates

Admitted to practice in 2014

Acquired experience in a general practice firm in 2015 and a boutique building and construction law until mid-2018

Joined the litigation team at Kennedy Guy in August 2018

Areas Of Practice

Commercial litigation

Civil litigation

Building and construction disputes

Debt recovery

Bankruptcy and creditors petitions

General insolvency and winding up applications

Experience including: VCAT; AAT; Magistrates Court of Victoria; County Court of Victoria; Supreme Courts of Victoria, Tasmania and NSW; District Courts of NSW and Queensland; and the Federal Court of Australia

Daniel Caccamo

Director / Property, Conveyancing, Wills & Deceased Estates

Daniel Caccamo

Director / Property, Conveyancing, Wills & Deceased Estates

Daniel joined the team at Kennedy Guy in January 2020. He has extensive experience in all property transactions, Will advice and drafting, Deceased Estates, Estate Planning, Power of Attorney and contesting a Will (Part IV Applications).

Daniel strives to provide the best service to all his clients who are mainly based in the Western suburbs and surrounds. Whether they are looking at buying their first home or they are a seasoned property investor, all clients are welcome. Daniel also manages deceased estates and works to keep the client informed during this difficult time in their life. Daniel cuts through the legal jargon and takes the time to thoroughly explain the processes involved.

Daniel has vast experience using the Property Exchange Australia (PEXA) network since 2017 and is a certified user. Daniel continually looks at ways to utilise technology to improve the process for his clients ensuring a smooth and seamless transaction for all involved.

Qualifications

Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the Leo Cussen Centre for Law

Bachelor of Laws with Honours (LL.B Honours) from Victoria University

Bachelor of Legal Practice Management from Victoria University

Professional

Member of the Law Institute of Victoria

Western Suburbs Law Association (WSLA) member

Certified Property Exchange Australia (PEXA) user

Languages

English

Italian

Key Dates

Admitted to Practice in Victoria in March 2017

Acquired invaluable experience at a local Sunshine firm from 2017 to 2019

Areas Of Practice

Residential/Industrial/Off the Plan Conveyancing

Subdivisions & Consolidations

Easements & Restrictive Covenants

Lost Title Applications

Caveats

Retirement Village Leases/Contracts

Wills

Power of Attorney (Financial/Medical)

Deceased Estates (Probate & Letters of Administration)

PART IV Estate contestation

Aged care facility contract review

Mortgage Document review

Survivorship Applications

Peter Guy

Special Counsel to Kennedy Guy

Peter Guy

Special Counsel to Kennedy Guy

Peter is Special Counsel to Kennedy Guy. He joined the firm in 1987 after working as in house counsel for a national company. Peter was appointed as a partner to the firm in 1992 and became a director when the firm incorporated.

An initiative of the Law Institute of Victoria has been to accredit specialists in various fields. Peter was one of the first lawyers to be accredited as a Business Law Specialist. To be accredited, a lawyer must work
substantially in that area and pass an examination set by the Law Institute Victoria. Annually, the specialist must prove to the LIV that the lawyer has attended sufficient continuing education seminars to keep up to date with changes to the law. The lawyer must then apply for re-accreditation each three years.

Peter has vast Business Law and Property Law experience. He acts for large and small businesses and property developers in matters involving structuring, town planning, buying and selling property (including broad acre and high density developments), licensing, buying or selling businesses, franchising, business succession, commercial agreements and restructuring.

Commercial litigation is an integral part of Business Law. Most businesses have an experience of litigation at some stage. Peter has conducted all types of commercial litigation for his business clients including

Supreme Court cases, Federal Court cases and Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal Hearings.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Laws

Bachelor of Economics (Accounting major)

Accredited by the Law Institute of Victoria as a Specialist in Business Law (since 1991)

Member Law Institute of Victoria

Member of the Business Law Advisory Committee of the LIV

Member Taxation Institute of Australia

Key Dates

Admitted to Practice 1986

Accredited Specialist 1991

Areas Of Practice

Business Law

Property Law

Tammy Vu

Lawyer

Tammy Vu

Lawyer

Born and raised in the western suburbs of Melbourne, Tammy Vu joined the litigation team at Kennedy Guy Lawyers in April 2022. Tammy has experience in both civil and commercial disputes from seven-figure debt recovery to representing local businesses and residents. She has instructed in various jurisdictions, including VCAT, Magistrates' Court, County Court, and the Supreme Court of Victoria.

At Kennedy Guy Lawyers, Tammy is dedicated to providing exceptional legal services, safeguarding her clients' interests with unwavering commitment. With precision, passion, and dedication to justice, she adeptly guides clients through the legal landscape, ensuring optimal outcomes.

Qualification:
Bachelors of Laws and Bachelors of Arts (Majoring in Crime, Justice, and Legal Studies) from La Trobe University.Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from Leo Cussen Centre for Law.

Language:

English
Vietnamese

Areas of Practice:

Debt recovery
Enforcement
Bankruptcy and Insolvency
Business and Commercial Disputes
Intellectual Property Disputes
Real Property Disputes

Jason Hong

Commercial Lawyer

Jason Hong

Commercial Lawyer

Jason Hong joined the team at Kennedy Guy in January 2023.

Prior to joining Kennedy Guy, Jason worked as a lawyer in a suburban firm practicing in a wide range of areas including commercial law and civil litigation, intellectual property, bankruptcy and mortgagee sales.

Qualifications:

Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the Leo Cussen Centre For Law

Bachelor of Arts (Politics and Sociology) from the University of Melbourne

Juris Doctor from the University of Melbourne

Key dates:

Admitted to practice in 2019

Practised as solicitor in suburban firm from 2019 to 2022.

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James O’Donnell

Daniel Caccamo

Peter Guy

Tammy Vu

Jason Hong

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