SKL Legal Pty Ltd

Nightcliff, NT

0401 848..

About Us

Khami Aughterson is the Director and Principal Lawyer at SKL Legal Pty Ltd. She established SKL Legal in 2023, bringing her extensive experience and strong legal problem-solving skills to clients seeking assistance in family law, migration law, and wills and estates. A graduate of CDU with first class honours in law, Khami was awarded the prestigious Supreme Court Medal. Her legal career spans over 25 years and encompasses roles in higher education, government, non-government, and the private sectors. She is well-versed in legislative, governance, and strategic reform development and has served as a sessional lecturer in both business and family law. SKL Legal offers comprehensive legal services in several key areas. In family law, the firm handles property settlements, parenting arrangements, divorce, financial agreements, and issues relating to maintenance and child support. In migration law, the firm provides support with Designated Area Migration Agreements in the Northern Territory, visa applications, and represents clients in decision reviews. The firm's expertise in wills and estates includes drafting advanced personal plans, powers of attorney, and offering guidance to executors. SKL Legal is committed to serving clients from diverse backgrounds, employing trauma-informed practices, and providing specialised support to seniors and newly settled residents from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. The firm collaborates closely with professional services and agencies to ensure smooth estate settlements and offers an accessible initial consultation for $99.00, including GST.

Practice Areas

Estate Planning

Family Law

Immigration Law

Specialisations

Family Law

Khami Aughterson, as Director and Principal Lawyer of SKL Legal, brings over 25 years of comprehensive experience in family law, focusing on areas such as property settlements, divorce, and parenting arrangements. Her strong legal problem-solving skills enable her to navigate the complexities of family disputes, ensuring her clients receive tailored advice and support. Drawing from her extensive background in legislative and governance reforms, Khami can effectively advocate for her clients’ rights and interests during sensitive times. The team at SKL Legal is dedicated to providing trauma-informed legal assistance, catering to clients from diverse cultural backgrounds and ensuring that every client's unique circumstances are understood and addressed. By emphasising a compassionate approach, they help clients work through their family law issues, whether it involves financial agreements, maintenance, or child support, with the goal of achieving equitable outcomes and preserving important family relationships.

Estate Planning

Khami Aughterson brings over 25 years of legal experience to SKL Legal, where she offers comprehensive guidance in estate planning, including wills, powers of attorney, and estate administration. Her approach is informed by a strong foundation in legislative and strategic reform, ensuring that clients receive tailored advice that meets their individual needs and circumstances. At SKL Legal, the focus is on providing practical solutions to estate matters, with an emphasis on accessibility and understanding for clients from diverse backgrounds. The firm prioritises trauma-informed practices, assisting seniors and recently arrived individuals with culturally sensitive advice, and facilitates estate settlements through collaborative engagements with various professional services and agencies.