Meet Chris, a versatile legal professional who has honed his skills across the entire spectrum of law firms, spanning boutique, mid-tier, and global firms in both domestic and international settings. His career journey has equipped him with a well-rounded understanding of diverse legal realms.
Through years of experience, Chris has discovered his true passion, finding his niche in Property, Commercial, Wills and Estates, and Japanese legal services. His dedication and adaptability make him a valuable asset, capable of delivering comprehensive legal solutions tailored to the unique needs of his clients.
Chris is known by his clients to spend all the time necessary to really listen to their situation, their concerns and what they want to achieve when giving advice, and he often gets appreciation for giving clear and direct advice using ‘plain English’ instead of ‘legalese’.
Chris acts for large-scale property developers, international investors, small and medium-sized business owners, Japanese and Chinese residents in Australia, Mums and Dads venturing into the property market, and Nans and Pops who are moving into a retirement village for the first time.
Chris is half Japanese and Australian and can speak English and Japanese fluently and professionally, and mandarin Chinese at a conversational level. Despite his international affinity, he is as true blue as they come.Outside of work Chris enjoys training as a first degree black belt in Karate and singing classical Italian opera.
Lightbridge Lawyers offers expert advice in Commercial & Business Law, Property Law, Banking & Finance Law, Wills & Estates, Retirement Law and General Legal Consulting — ensuring comprehensive support for both businesses and individuals.
Simply call our office or complete the online enquiry form. We’ll contact you within one business day to schedule a tailored consultation at a time that suits you.
During your initial appointment, we perform a legal assessment, review relevant documents, discuss your goals and outline a clear, step-by-step plan to address your needs.
We provide transparent fee estimates up front. Fixed-fee options are available for defined services, and hourly rates apply to ongoing or complex matters. You’ll receive a detailed cost estimate before work begins.
Yes. Our Property Law team conducts title searches, negotiates contracts, advises on development and represents you in dispute resolution—minimising risk and protecting your interests at every stage.
Absolutely. We draft and review wills, powers of attorney and health directives, guide executors through probate, manage estate taxes and resolve family provision claims with sensitivity and precision.
