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Sophie, known for her vibrant energy and impressive wardrobe at RGSLAW, brings a distinctive mix of creativity and detail-oriented focus to her legal practice. Before her legal journey, Sophie excelled as an emergency responder and event coordinator for a large international student body, an experience that honed her organisational prowess and her ability to deliver under pressure. Guided by her mentor, Murray Tavener, and armed with a scientific degree, Sophie approaches legal challenges with innovative, analytical solutions that set her apart. Adept at quickly identifying key issues in complex matters, Sophie plays a pivotal role in managing the firm's product liability portfolio, including weather-tightness claims from New Zealand. Her expertise extends to personal injury and general insurance litigation, showcasing her versatility. Her customer service background, particularly handling the intensity of Boxing Day sales, has imbued her with exceptional client management skills and resilience, essential traits for navigating the demands of her legal responsibilities.

Special Counsel
RGSLAW
Dec 2022 - Present • 3 years 11 months

Senior Associate
RGSLAW
Sep 2020 - Nov 2022 • 2 years 2 months

Associate
RGSLAW
Mar 2019 - Sep 2020 • 1 year 6 months

Lawyer
Sparke Helmore Lawyers
Apr 2018 - Mar 2019 • 11 months
Resident Program Coordinator
International House
Dec 2013 - Nov 2014 • 11 months
Mentor
Dec 2012 - Nov 2013 • 11 months

Team Leader/Retail Assistant
MYER
Sep 2011 - Aug 2016 • 4 years 11 months

Master of Legal Practice
The Australian National University
2014 - 2016

International Environmental Law
Maastricht University
2014

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws
University of Wollongong
2010 - 2014
Last checked: 14 May 2026 • Checked with The Law Society of NSW