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Melissa Gordon

Melissa Gordon

Principal Solicitor - Wills & Estates Sunstone Legal

Cockburn Central, WA
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About Melissa

Melissa Gordon is an accomplished principal solicitor at Sunstone Legal, with a robust focus on wills and estates. Her legal journey began in family law, where she honed her skills before discovering her true calling in the intricacies of estate planning. Melissa is driven by the belief that a well-crafted Will is vital, regardless of the complexity of one's family or business structures. Her dedication to making difficult conversations easier helps clients navigate planning for the future, providing support during the challenging times following a loved one's passing. Melissa finds immense satisfaction in seeing her clients' relief when their affairs are in order. With a tenure that includes roles as a consultant and principal at Sunstone Legal, alongside experience as a consultant at O'Sullivan Davies, Melissa's career is marked by versatility and depth of expertise. Her work as a senior associate at Cullen Macleod Lawyers and previous roles at Talbot Olivier and Cahill Billington have enriched her understanding of the legal landscape. Melissa earned her Bachelor of Laws from The University of Notre Dame Australia, grounding her practice in a strong academic foundation. Her commitment to excellence and compassionate client service defines her legal practice.

Practice areas

Estate Planning

Resume

Experience

Principal Solicitor

Principal Solicitor

Sunstone Legal

Jul 2025 - Present • 1 year 3 months

Consultant

Consultant

Sunstone Legal

Sep 2023 - Present • 3 years 1 month

Consultant

Consultant

O'Sullivan Davies

Feb 2023 - Sep 2023 • 7 months

Consultant

Consultant

Sunstone Legal

Jul 2022 - Feb 2023 • 7 months

Senior Associate

Senior Associate

Cullen Macleod Lawyers

Jul 2018 - Jun 2022 • 3 years 11 months

Senior Lawyer

Senior Lawyer

Talbot Olivier

Jan 2009 - Jan 2012 • 3 years

Lawyer

Lawyer

Cahill Billington

Jan 2007 - Jan 2009 • 2 years

Lawyer

Lawyer

O'Sullivan Davies

Jan 2003 - Jan 2007 • 4 years

Education

Bachelor of Laws - LLB

Bachelor of Laws - LLB

The University of Notre Dame Australia

Contact information

Cockburn Central, WA

Suite 2, First Floor, 12 Hammond Road, Cockburn Central, WAWebsite

Practice certificate

Name
Melissa Gordon
Date of admission
2004
Certification type
Employee of a law practice
Class
Certificated
Region
WA

Last checked: 18 Jul 2026 • Checked with Law Society of Western Australia

Practice areas

Estate Planning
  • Deceased Estates
  • Estate Administration
  • Estate Disputes
  • Guardianship
  • Power of Attorney
  • Probate
  • Wills and Estates