Frank Cetrola

Principal Cetrola Legal

South Melbourne, VIC

About Frank

Frank Cetrola is the Principal of Cetrola Legal, where he leads a practice grounded in a commitment to delivering clear, client-focused legal services. Since founding Cetrola Legal in 2004, Frank has pursued a philosophy centred on achieving outstanding results without the added costs often associated with larger city firms. After a brief merger with Clarendon Lawyers, Cetrola Legal was re-established in 2008, continuing to enhance its provision of personalised legal support. With over three decades of experience, Frank brings a wealth of knowledge gained from senior roles at prominent Australian firms including Hall & Wilcox, Freehills, and Robert James. His career highlights include serving as a solicitor and senior associate, navigating complex legal matters and building trusted client relationships. Frank’s academic background from Monash University, where he completed a Bachelor of Economics alongside a Bachelor of Laws with Honours, provides a strong foundation for his work. This combination enables him to skilfully address both the legal and economic aspects of his clients’ matters. At Cetrola Legal, Frank focuses on assisting clients in Commercial Law, Conveyancing and Real Property, Leasing Law, Small Business matters, as well as Wills and Estates. His approach balances expert legal advice with a personalised service, ensuring clients receive practical and effective solutions tailored to their individual needs.

Practice areas

Estate Planning

Property Law

Resume

Experience

Owner

Cetrola Legal

Sep 2008 - Present • 18 years 1 month

Director

Clarendon Lawyers

Sep 2007 - Aug 2008 • 11 months

Solicitor; Senior Associate

Hall & Wilcox; Freehills; Robert James

Mar 1992 - Dec 2003 • 11 years 9 months

Education

B.Ec and LLB (Hons)

Monash University

1987 - 1991

Contact information

South Melbourne, VIC

Suite G1, 63 Stead Street, South Melbourne, VICWebsite

Practice certificate

Name: Frank Cetrola
Specialisations: Commercial Law, Conveyancing/Real Property, Leasing Law, Small Business, Wills and Estates
Certification type: Principal with Trust
Region: VIC

Last checked: 6 Jun 2026 • Checked with Victorian Legal Services Board

Practice areas

Estate Planning

General Advice
Wills and Estates

Property Law

Conveyancing