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Povey Stirk Lawyers and Notaries
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John Stirk

John Stirk

Director Povey Stirk Lawyers and Notaries

Desert Springs, NT
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About John

John Stirk, B.A, LL.B, Notary Public, has been a prominent figure in the legal landscape of the Northern Territory since commencing his legal career in 1980. As a Lawyer Director, John brings decades of extensive experience across a broad spectrum of legal disciplines. Initially, he honed his skills over 10 years in Darwin and Perth, focusing on corporate reconstruction and commercial litigation, before relocating to Alice Springs in 1991. Throughout his time in Central Australia, John has cultivated a diverse practice, engaging in commercial litigation, defamation, and personal injury matters, as well as providing comprehensive advisory services to corporations, government, and non-government entities, including major Aboriginal organisations. His expertise further extends to family law, wills and estates, and complex criminal matters. John is a seasoned advocate, having practised extensively in all courts within the Northern Territory and providing instructions in cases that have reached the High Court in Canberra. His leadership within the legal community is notable, having served as President of the Law Society of the Northern Territory from 1991 to 1993, and representing the Northern Territory on the Law Council of Australia from 1991 to 1995. His commitment to the legal profession and his clients is reflected in his long-standing and reputable career.

Practice areas

Estate Planning
Family Law
Litigation & Disputes
Personal Injury

Contact information

Desert Springs, NT

1st, 8 Gregory Terrace, Desert Springs, NT 0870Website

Practice certificate

Name
Geoffrey Stirk
Certification type
U

Last checked: 16 Mar 2025 • Checked with Law Society NT

Practice areas

Estate Planning
  • Deceased Estates
  • Estate Disputes
  • General Advice
  • Guardianship
  • Power of Attorney
  • Probate
  • Wills and Estates
Family Law
  • Adoption
  • Children's Law
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Enforcement Orders
  • Financial Agreements
  • General Advice
  • Parenting and Child Support
  • Provision Claims
  • Relocation Orders
Litigation & Disputes
  • Defamation
  • General Advice
Personal Injury
  • General Advice
  • Medical Negligence
  • Motor Vehicle Accident
  • Professional Negligence
  • Public Liability & Claims