Sam Slack-Smith
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Sam Slack-Smith

Sam Slack-Smith

Legal Director Slack-Smith Legal Pty Ltd

location
Newcastle West, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number0419 607..

About Sam

Sam Slack-Smith is the Legal Director of Slack-Smith Legal, where he provides strategic legal and business advice to clients across various sectors. As a recognised NSW Law Society Accredited Specialist in Property Law, Sam demonstrates an exceptional command of property, commercial, and estate planning matters. His expertise is well-regarded in the legal community, particularly in handling complex property and commercial transactions, as well as disputes. Throughout his career, Sam has honed his skills in estate and succession planning, along with the administration of deceased estates. His breadth of experience extends to advising businesses, individuals, and government departments, and he serves as an independent consultant to other professionals, including law firms and conveyancers, on intricate legal issues. Clients value Sam for his perceptive advice, straightforward, and practical approach. Before his current role, Sam was a Partner at Jenkins Legal & Advisory, contributing significantly over his tenure there. He has held various positions from Senior Associate to Legal Director, building a robust legal foundation. His earlier experience includes roles at Waterford Ryan Solicitors and Trisley Lawyers, evolving from a Law Clerk to an Associate Solicitor. Sam’s academic journey began with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and a Diploma of Legal Practice, along with a Bachelor of Commerce in Finance, all completed at the University of Newcastle. This educational background underpins his comprehensive understanding of both law and finance, enhancing his ability to provide well-rounded legal counsel.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law
Estate Planning
Property Law

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Resume

Experience

Legal Director
Legal Director
Slack-Smith Legal
Jun 2023 - Present · 2 years 10 months
Partner
Partner
Jenkins Legal & Advisory
Sep 2021 - Jun 2023 · 1 year 9 months
Senior Associate
Senior Associate
Jenkins Legal & Advisory
Jun 2018 - Sep 2021 · 3 years 3 months
Director
Director
Hunter Young Professionals (HYP)
Jan 2018 - Jan 2020 · 2 years
Lawyer
Lawyer
Jenkins Legal & Advisory
May 2016 - Jun 2018 · 2 years 1 month
Associate Solicitor
Associate Solicitor
Waterford Ryan Solicitors
Jul 2015 - May 2016 · 10 months
Solicitor
Solicitor
Waterford Ryan Solicitors
Feb 2013 - Jun 2015 · 2 years 4 months
Law Clerk
Law Clerk
Trisley Lawyers
Nov 2011 - Dec 2012 · 1 year 1 month

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (Hons)/Diploma of Legal Practice
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (Hons)/Diploma of Legal Practice
University of Newcastle
2008 - 2012
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.)(Finance)
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.)(Finance)
University of Newcastle
2008

Awards

1970
NSW Law Society Accredited Specialist in Property Law
NSW Law Society

Contact Information

Newcastle West, NSW

Location2 Dick Street, Newcastle West, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number02 4962 ..

Practice Certificate

Name
Sam Slack-Smith
Date of Admission
2013
Specialisations
Property Law
Certification type
Principal of a law practice
Class
Law Practice
Region
NSW
CheckLast checked: 12 Apr 2026
Checked with the Law Society of NSW

Practice Categories

Estate Planning
  • Deceased Estates
  • Estate Administration
  • Probate
  • Wills and Estates
Property Law
  • Conveyancing
  • Leases