RKL Lawyers and Consultants

About us

RKL is a well-established legal practice committed to providing practical, client-focused advice across a wide range of legal areas. Led by Principal Zelma Rudstein, the firm emphasises building lasting relationships founded on trust and confidence, with many clients regarding RKL as a vital part of their business and personal affairs. The team at RKL is experienced in property law and conveyancing, offering services that include property development, owner corporation matters, commercial lease negotiation and disputes, building disputes, zoning and planning advice, as well as various land and property issues. This broad expertise allows the firm to support clients throughout all stages of property transactions and related disputes. In dispute resolution and litigation, RKL provides comprehensive services including negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and representation in court across multiple jurisdictions. The firm addresses matters in corporate and commercial law, family law, criminal law, employment law, administrative law and other areas, ensuring clients receive thorough and effective legal support tailored to their circumstances. RKL’s wills and estates practice assists clients with estate planning, powers of attorney, probate and administration of estates, inheritance disputes, and contentious probate matters. Their approach balances legal rigour with sensitivity to client needs during often difficult personal situations. Corporate and commercial clients benefit from RKL’s expertise in commercial leasing, contract negotiation and preparation, franchising, corporate insolvency, competition and consumer law, technology and intellectual property issues, and building and development matters. The firm’s commercial legal services are designed to help businesses navigate complex regulatory environments and transactions efficiently. The firm’s family law team addresses a wide range of issues including adoption, child abduction, maintenance, IVF and surrogacy, de facto and domestic relationship matters, domestic violence, financial agreements, international family law, mediation, and litigation. Their work focuses on achieving practical solutions that protect client interests in sensitive family situations. RKL also advises employers and employees on all aspects of employment and workplace law, such as employment contracts, discrimination and equal opportunity, workplace bullying and harassment, confidentiality, workplace policies, defamation, and occupational health and safety. This comprehensive coverage supports clients in fostering fair and compliant workplace environments. With a client-centred philosophy and a diverse team, RKL is committed to delivering thorough, cost-effective legal services that respond to the individual needs of both businesses and individuals.

Practice areas

Estate Planning

Family Law

Property Law

Specialisations

Property Law

RKL Lawyers and Consultants offer comprehensive services across all aspects of property law and conveyancing. Their expertise includes managing conveyancing transactions, providing advice on property development, and assisting owner corporations. They are experienced in addressing building disputes and handling the review, preparation, and negotiation of commercial, retail, and industrial leases, including subleases and licences. The team also assists with commercial lease disputes, property management matters, and adverse possession claims. They provide guidance on zoning, planning, and environmental issues, as well as land and property valuations. Additionally, RKL Lawyers and Consultants handle the removal of restrictive covenants and easements, along with general law land conversions, ensuring a thorough approach to property law matters.