Michael Vines

Michael Vines, Principal Lawyer, has been a significant figure in the Ocean Grove community since 1989. His involvement extends beyond his legal career to leadership roles in local sports and community organisations. As the former President of both the town's football and netball club and the Bellarine Football League, Michael has been integral in promoting sport in the region. His commitment to community service is further evidenced by his tenure as deputy chairman of Ocean Grove Community Connect, where he contributed to local projects through the Bendigo Bank. Michael's passion for heritage railways led him to serve as both a board member and President of the Victorian Goldfields Railway. With over 15 years as a partner at a major Geelong law firm, he founded his own practice in 2003, bringing extensive experience across diverse legal areas. His expertise includes wills, estates, business transactions, leases, criminal law, family law, and commercial litigation. Notably, Michael is among the few practitioners in the Geelong region on the Victorian Legal Aid Panel for serious criminal matters requiring trials in the County and Supreme Courts. He is available for appointments on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday afternoons, offering clients the benefit of his substantial legal acumen.