Joseph Gilles

Joseph Gilles is a distinguished partner at Giles Payne & Co with a wealth of experience in property, business, and tax law. Admitted to practice in 1974, he spent the initial years of his career in Wellington, NSW, gaining insight into general practice with a focus on Old System Conveyancing and Tax. In 1976, he joined Giles Payne & Co and quickly advanced to partnership, establishing himself as a respected authority in his field. Joseph's commitment to excellence is highlighted by his fellowship with the Tax Institute of Australia in 1982 and his designation as a Chartered Tax Adviser in 2012. His expertise is further underscored by his involvement with the Business Law Committee of the Law Society of New South Wales and the Law Society / Revenue NSW Liaison Committee. Joseph's proficiency in business law, SME tax, and property law is demonstrated through his extensive experience in leasing, including retail leasing, and his role as an educator for the College of Law and the Law Society of New South Wales. His comprehensive knowledge includes advising on self-managed superannuation funds and limited recourse borrowing arrangements, drafting real estate documents, guiding shared ownership arrangements, and dealing with complex property transactions such as Company Title to Strata Conversions. Joseph is adept at challenging valuation objections related to land tax and has represented clients in litigation involving the Commissioner of Taxation. His academic background, with a law degree from the University of Sydney, lays the foundation for his exceptional legal acumen and client-focused approach.