Hugh Cahill

Hugh Cahill is a highly seasoned principal solicitor renowned for his dedication to serving Western Australian families and business owners with over three decades of legal expertise. At Sunstone Legal, Hugh leads the team in commercial law, business succession planning, and wills and estate planning for complex families. His proficiency extends to retirement villages, aged care law, and resolving contentious wills and estate matters. Recognised by Doyle's Guide for his expertise in Wills, Estates & Succession Planning, Hugh is a full member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) and a Fellow of the Taxation Institute of Australia. His commitment to the legal field was further acknowledged when he was a national finalist for Mentor of the Year in the Lawyer’s Weekly Australian Law Awards 2021. Hugh's professional journey includes leadership roles at O'Sullivan Davies and Cullen Macleod Lawyers, where he headed practices in succession and future planning as well as commercial law. His extensive career has also involved partnership at Jarman McKenna and a pivotal role at Cahill Billington Lawyers. With board experience at Southern Cross Care (WA) Inc., Hugh has served as a member and chairman, illustrating his leadership and strategic planning skills. Hugh began his legal career at Parker & Parker and Minter Ellison as a solicitor before advancing to senior roles. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Jurisprudence, and Bachelor of Laws from The University of Western Australia, and his early education was completed at Trinity College. His enduring commitment to clients and the legal profession is reflected in his ongoing contributions to the community and the lawyers he mentors.