

Sami Sara is a proficient lawyer with extensive experience in property and commercial transactions. His practice encompasses franchising, estate and succession planning, sales, mergers, and acquisitions. Sami advises a diverse clientele, including retailers, medical groups, franchisors, property developers, accounting firms, and financial advisors. His work with startups and SMEs, particularly in the telecommunications and IT sectors, highlights his commitment to fostering innovation. Sami is known for his broad skillset, adeptly combining knowledge across legal areas to achieve clients' commercial objectives. By prioritising regular communication and swift turnaround times, he consistently delivers outstanding results. Currently a Partner at Robert James Lawyers in Melbourne, Sami has been in this role since August 2024. Prior to this, he was the Co-Founder and Partner at Lawcrest from December 2019 to July 2024, where he established a client-focused approach that emphasised clear communication and technology-driven efficiency. Sami also held positions as a Senior Associate at both Robert James Lawyers and Fletcher Clarendon Lawyers, further refining his expertise in the field. Sami's legal career began as a Solicitor at Geoffrey A Fox & Associates, where he gained foundational experience. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Law from Deakin University and a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the College of Law, qualifications that underpin his professional achievements and dedication to client service.

Partner
Robert James Lawyers
Aug 2024 - Present • 2 years 3 months

Co-Founder and Partner
Lawcrest
Dec 2019 - Jul 2024 • 4 years 7 months

Senior Associate
Robert James Lawyers
Jul 2016 - Dec 2019 • 3 years 5 months

Senior Associate
Fletcher Clarendon Lawyers
Jul 2014 - Jun 2016 • 1 year 11 months

Associate
Fletcher Clarendon Lawyers
Jan 2014 - Jun 2014 • 5 months

Associate
Rotstein Commercial Lawyers
Jan 2012 - Dec 2013 • 1 year 11 months
Solicitor
Geoffrey A Fox & Associates
May 2009 - Jan 2012 • 2 years 8 months

Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice
College of Law
2008

Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Law
Deakin University
2000 - 2007
Last checked: 26 Mar 2026 • Checked with Victorian Legal Services Board