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Ling Sands

Principal Goldsea & Sands

Sydney, NSW

About Ling

Ling Sands is the principal lawyer at the firm, offering a wealth of experience and expertise gained from over two decades in the corporate and legal sectors. Admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of New South Wales and registered with the High Court of Australia, Ling combines her rich international corporate experience with her legal acumen to deliver comprehensive support to businesses and investors. Her distinguished career in business, commercial, and corporate law has been demonstrated through successful management of high-value commercial transactions, debt recovery, contract negotiations, commercial disputes, and litigation. Ling's multilingual abilities in Mandarin, Cantonese, and English further enhance her ability to navigate complex legal landscapes and engage effectively with diverse clientele. Her academic background includes a Master's in Business Administration, which underpins her exceptional understanding of business operations. Ling's commitment to her clients is mirrored in her participation in community and voluntary activities, such as advocating in tenant tribunal matters and her past involvement with the Human Rights Commission and ABC radio. Her career history reflects a progression from a solid foundation in legal practice, rising through various roles to her current position. Ling has been integral in pivotal legal and business development roles in both Australian and international markets, providing strategic advisory services and steering business initiatives. A true adventurer at heart, Ling's enthusiasm for outdoor activities reinforces her proactive and dynamic approach to legal practice. As a member of the Law Society of NSW, Ling is well-connected within the legal community, ensuring her clients benefit from a network of top-tier legal professionals.

Practice areas

Commercial Law

Intellectual Property

Litigation & Disputes

Resume

Experience

Principal Lawyer

Goldsea & Sands

Jul 2020 - Present • 6 years 3 months

Lawyer

Teddington Legal

Oct 2017 - Jun 2020 • 2 years 8 months

Co-Founder

Paddington International

Aug 2016 - Oct 2017 • 1 year 2 months

Asia Affairs Advisory

PumpFree Energy

Oct 2013 - Jul 2016 • 2 years 9 months

Paralegal

Jeffrey Choy Legal

Sep 2013 - Oct 2013 • 1 month

Paralegal

C&L Solicitors

Jul 2013 - Sep 2013 • 2 months

Contractor

David Jones

Aug 2010 - Oct 2010 • 2 months

Managing Director

Shine On Corp Ltd,HK

Aug 2007 - Nov 2012 • 5 years 3 months

Merchandise and Business Develop Manager

Macbell Collections Pty Ltd and Cherrie House Pty Ltd-suppliers of major national labels

Jun 2005 - Jun 2007 • 2 years

Consultant

MYER

Jun 2003 - Jun 2004 • 1 year

Director of Sales and Marketing for Great China

Busen Group, China-top 10 national fashion brand

Sep 2001 - Aug 2002 • 11 months

Marketing Project Consultant

Sabrina Garment Co., Ltd, Taiwan

Mar 2001 - Sep 2001 • 6 months

Regional Manager

Li Yan Garment Ltd- A Chinese and Japanese Joint Venture Company

Jul 1996 - Feb 2001 • 4 years 7 months

Marketing Manager and HR Executive

Midway Ltd, Disney Accredited Company in China

Jul 1994 - Jul 1996 • 2 years

Assistant manager

The Department of Economic Development of Municipal Government,China

Oct 1991 - Jan 1994 • 2 years 3 months

Education

Law

University of Technology Sydney

2010 - 2013

MBA, marketing, SCM

University of Technology Sydney

2003

Contact information

Sydney, NSW

Level 13/ 111 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, NSWWebsite

Practice certificate

Name: Ling Sands
Date of admission: 2013
Certification type: Principal of a law practice
Class: Law Practice
Region: NSW

Last checked: 21 Apr 2026 • Checked with Law Society of NSW

Practice areas

Commercial Law

General Advice
Trusts

Intellectual Property

Disputes

Litigation & Disputes

Debt Recovery