Meet Our Experienced Legal Team

At Pentana Stanton Lawyers, our team of dedicated legal professionals is committed to delivering tailored solutions that meet your unique needs. With expertise across Family Law, Commercial Law, Wills and Estates, and more, we combine deep knowledge with a compassionate approach to help you achieve the best outcomes.

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A Warm Welcome from Our Partners

At Pentana Stanton Lawyers, we understand that behind every legal matter is a personal story that deserves to be heard. As the executive team of the firm, we are proud to lead a compassionate and highly skilled group of legal professionals who are dedicated to providing tailored, results-driven solutions for our clients.

Whether you’re navigating a challenging family law matter, resolving a complex commercial dispute, or planning for the future with wills and estates, our team is here to support you at every step. With decades of combined experience and a client-focused approach, we ensure your concerns are addressed with care, understanding, and expertise.

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about our team. We invite you to explore our profiles, where you’ll discover the diverse backgrounds and legal specialisations that make Pentana Stanton uniquely equipped to assist with your needs. Your success and peace of mind remain at the heart of everything we do.

We look forward to working with you and making a meaningful difference in your legal journey.

Penny LaGreca & Jesse LaGreca

Executive Team | Principal Lawyers

Who we are

Meet the Team Behind Your Legal Success

Nick Lionakis, Solicitor, Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Nick Lionakis

Senior Associate 

nick.l@pstanton.com.au

Violet Lazari, Senior Associate, Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Violet Lazari

Senior Associate

violet.l@pstanton.com.au

Timothy Kernutt, Solicitor, Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Timothy Kernut

Senior Associate 

timothy.k@pstanton.com.au

Adam Lopez - Senior Associate, Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Adam A. Lopez

Senior Associate

adam.l@pstanton.com.au

Chrissie Georgiou, Solicitor Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Chrisoulla Georgiou

Senior Associate

chrissy.g@pstanton.com.au

Paul Roberts, Family Lawyer, Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Paul Roberts

Senior Associate 

paul.r@pstanton.com.au

Kate Bretherton, Employment Lawyer, Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Kate Bretherton

Solicitor

kate.b@pstanton.com.au

Sarah Lagreca, Solicitor, Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Sarah LaGreca

Solicitor

sarah.l@pstanton.com.au

Emmanuel Morgan, Solicitor Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Emmanuel Morgan

Solicitor

emmanuel.m@pstanton.com.au

Justin Hawkins, Solicitor, Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Justin Hawkins

Solicitor

justin.h@pstatnton.com.au

Mrinal Kotnala, Solicitor, Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Mrinal Kotnala

Solicitor

mrinal.k@pstanton.com.au

Nida Azad, Paralegal - Office Manager, Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Nida Azad

Office Manager / Paralegal

nida.a@pstanton.com.au

Virginia Parker, Senior Associate, Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Virginia Parker

Senior Associate

virginia.p@pstanton.com.au

Joanna Layton, Paralegal, Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Joanna Layton

Legal Assistant

joanna.l@pstanton.com.au

Nikita Wadia, Paralegal, Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Nikita Wadia

Legal Assistant

nikita.w@pstanton.com.au

Shipra Malhorta, Legal Assistant In Family Law At Pentana Stanton Lawyers.
Shipra Malhotra

Legal Assistant

shipra.m@pstanton.com.au

Marita Mccormack, Reception, Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Marita McCormack

Reception

info@pstanton.com.au

Maysa Taouk, Reception, Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Maysa Taouk

Reception

info@pstanton.com.au

Jaimie Byrne, Reception, Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Jaimie Byrne

Reception

info@pstanton.com.au

Sarah Mantoan, Reception - Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Sarah Mantoan

Reception

info@pstanton.com.au

Zehra Hasan, Reception, Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Zehra Hasan

Reception

info@pstanton.com.au

Lakshi Piyathilake, Accountant, Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Lakshi Piyathilake

Accounts

info@pstanton.com.au

Uththara (Tara) Karunanayaka - Accountant - Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Uththara Karunanayaka

Accounts

info@pstanton.com.au

Bojana Zivak Accountant Pentana Stanton Lawyers
Bojana Zivak

Accounts

info@pstanton.com.au

24+ Years

of Expertise in Family, Commercial, and Criminal Law

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Testimonials

What our clients are saying

★★★★★
"An Exceptional Family Lawyer!"
 

I was represented by Esther Sophia for my family law matter, and she is quite simply amazing! Whenever I needed guidance, she provided it with patience and clarity. Esther ensured I understood everything that was happening and showed incredible kindness when things became overwhelming and stressful.

Her moral compass guides her every move, and for that, I am eternally grateful to have had her represent me. I highly recommend her to anyone going through a family law matter.

Yasmeen Timol Goole Review
Yasmeen Timol
Google Review
★★★★★
"Professional, Compassionate, and Highly Recommended"
 

Pentana Stanton has been my go-to legal team for both parenting and property settlement matters. Veronica's wealth of experience and well-balanced advice ensured my best interests were always a priority. Despite being based in the UK, the time difference never posed an issue—Veronica went out of her way to make time for me whenever I needed it.

This past year has been one of the most stressful of my life due to ongoing legal issues, but having Veronica and her team fighting in my corner was incredibly reassuring. I cannot recommend them highly enough.

Matt Emery Google Review
Matt Emery
Google Review
★★★★★
"Compassionate and Dedicated Legal Representation"
 

Pentana Stanton are, without a doubt, the best lawyers to represent you in court. I was often distressed about my matter, but their team consistently showed compassion and supported me in the best way possible.

Penny was relentless in fighting for me, even though my custody dispute was particularly challenging. I always felt they had my best interests at heart. I am incredibly grateful and happy with the service they provided.

Sara Winter Google Review
Sara Winter
Google Review
★★★★★
"Exceptional Legal Support for Personal and Business Matters"
 

I’ve had the pleasure of working with Jessie and Arpan Mathur from Pentana Stanton on a range of legal matters, both personal and business-related. They have been extremely helpful, particularly with complex issues, always managing to find practical solutions.

Arpan, in particular, explained options and legal matters thoroughly and in an approachable manner. He was always patient, trustworthy, prompt, and professional in all dealings with me and my family members. I wouldn’t hesitate to work with him again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable and dedicated lawyer who will truly work for you.

Neil Kenny
Neil Kenny
Google Review

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Our locations

Melbourne Office
Level 3 & 5,
552 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Dandenong Office
Suite 9 (Level 1),
50-54 Robinson St, Dandenong VIC 3175

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Email us

reception@pstanton.com.au

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