Lesley Hart is a principal at Dawes & Vary Riordan, known for her keen legal insight and the strong trust she cultivates with her clients. Her exemplary practice focuses on assisting high-wealth clients in the realms of commercial property development, agricultural investment, and business ownership. Lesley provides strategic advice to a diverse clientele, including corporate dairy farm operators and national suppliers within the agricultural sector. Her clients value her for being approachable, astute, and honest, consistently noting her diligence and attention to detail. Lesley's recent noteworthy achievements include the acquisition of a milk production facility and conducting a Dairy Code of Conduct compliant supply agreement. She has also guided clients through complex Foreign Investment Review Board requirements for agribusiness and agricultural land transactions in Australia. Her experience extends to the disposition of significant commercial and retail developments, as well as various agricultural assets, such as almond plantations, vineyards, and orchards. Lesley expertly advises on intergenerational transfers of land, providing tailored solutions for farming families. Over a distinguished career spanning over three decades, Lesley has established herself as a leader in the legal community. Beginning her career in South Africa, she has practiced extensively in Australia, enhancing her legal expertise and commitment to her clients. Lesley holds a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Natal and has furthered her education with a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice. She is also a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, underscoring her broad understanding of both legal and business landscapes. As a member of the Goulburn Valley Law Association, Lesley remains engaged with the local legal community, contributing her wealth of knowledge and experience.
Last checked: 6 Apr 2026 • Checked with Victorian Legal Services Board
