Our Team
Learn more about our experienced and dedicated lawyers who are committed to providing exceptional legal representation for wide range of disputes and conflicts.
OUR TEAM
Meet Our Litigation Team
Legal Practice Director / Principal Solicitor
Wayne Davis
Wayne Davis is the principal solicitor, legal practice director of the firm, and leads the litigation team. Wayne has an LLB, and GDLP and is admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland and the High Court of Australia. Wayne is a debt recovery, defamation, litigation, and insolvency professional.
Wayne is dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes, whether through strategic negotiation, alternative dispute resolution, or courtroom advocacy. Wayne understand that every case is unique and takes a proactive approach to ensure your rights and interests are protected at every stage of the process.
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Solicitor
Shania Bryan
Shania is a solicitor at Stonegate Legal, based in Queensland. After nearly two years with the firm, Shania recently transitioned into her solicitor role following her admission to the Supreme Court of Queensland in December 2024. She holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice (GDLP). Shania practices predominantly in defamation law and handles a majority of the defamation matters here at Stonegate Legal.
Her focus is advising and representing clients in disputes involving reputational harm, online publications, and media content. Shania works closely with individuals and businesses to navigate the intricacies of defamation claims and achieve effective resolutions.
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Solicitor
Kirsty Walker
Kirsty has come into the legal profession later in life, having been a primary school teacher for 24 years. Her interest in the law stemmed from running a small construction company. After self-representing against debtors, she came to value the ability of the law to assist contractors in David and Goliath situations. Kirsty is admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland and the High Court of Australia.
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Law Graduate / Paralegal
Laylah Toovey
Laylah completed her Bachelor of Laws with Honours at the University of the Sunshine Coast and is currently undertaking her graduate diploma of legal practice at the College of Law. I have worked with Stonegate Legal since 2021, and within this time, she acquired a broad range of knowledge and experience across a diverse range of matters.
Laylah’s approach is centered on understanding your unique circumstances, protecting your interests, and advocating for the best possible outcome. Whether you’re facing commercial disputes, debt disputes, contract issues, or other contentious matters, Laylah and the team are here to guide you every step of the way.
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Senior Paralegal
Stacey Harvey
Stacey has been a part of the team at Stonegate Legal since 2022 but has worked in the industry for over 20 years, having extensive knowledge of the legal processes in Australia and specializing in debt recovery claims, default judgments, enforcement action, and bankruptcy.
Stacey spent a large portion of her career as a senior paralegal responsible for the performance and management of a team of paralegals and an administration department for many years. During the first 18 years, she worked for one of Brisbane’s largest debt collection companies, where she managed large portfolios of debt for councils, schools, government departments, and insurance companies, along with debt purchased from various banks, utilities, and other credit providers.
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Law Graduate / Paralegal
Caterine Molini
Caterine holds a law degree and passed the bar exam in 2011, practicing as a lawyer in Brazil until 2018. She also completed a postgraduate qualification in environmental law. Caterine holds a Certificate IV and a Diploma in Leadership and Management from Australia.
With 12 years of experience in civil litigation, insurance, and building and construction, Caterine spent six years leading a team to negotiate major agreements with insurance companies. She worked closely with engineers to ensure construction projects met environmental regulations, and she advocated for clear contracts to prevent issues and avoid costly litigation.
She is excited to be working towards admission as a Solicitor in Australia.
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Receptionist
Bridgette Nulley
Bridgette has been serving as a receptionist at Stonegate Legal since 2023. Leveraging her administrative and customer service background, her primary objective is to craft a positive and seamless client experience from start to finish.
Beyond her front desk responsibilities, she finds fulfillment in supporting our legal team, ensuring they can concentrate on achieving optimal outcomes for all our clients’ matters.
From the moment you contact our office, Bridgette & our reception team are here to make your experience seamless and stress-free. They are skilled at managing inquiries, scheduling appointments, and creating a welcoming environment for all our clients.
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Paralegal / Receptionist
Chantelle Gill
Chantelle is a paralegal and receptionist at Stonegate Legal. She supports the legal team and ensures the smooth operation of the office.
Chantelle’s role as a paralegal, is to assist solicitors by conducting legal research, preparing, and organising documents, and managing case files. Her work helps streamline legal processes and ensures that matters are handled efficiently and thoroughly.
As a receptionist, Chantelle draws on her strong customer service and administrative skills to provide reliable front-line support to clients and colleagues. She takes pride in creating a professional and welcoming environment, contributing to a positive client experience from the moment they walk through the door.
Chantelle’s strong organisational skills allow to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities, enabling the Stonegate Legal team to focus on achieving the best outcomes for our clients.
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Office Manager / Accounts
Chrissy Davis
Chrissy has over 25 years of experience in customer service and prides herself on exceeding customer expectations and being highly organised. She enjoys working in our Sunshine Coast office and learning something new daily.
Behind the scenes, Chrissy & our support staff work diligently to keep the wheels turning. From preparing documents to coordinating schedules, their attention to detail and commitment to excellence ensures our lawyers have everything they need to focus on your case.
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Paralegal
Maddison Payne
Maddi is an emerging legal professional currently undertaking a Bachelor of Laws with Honours at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), where she is committed to excelling both academically and professionally.
At the outset of her career, Maddi applies a methodical and research-oriented approach to all aspects of legal support, ensuring thorough case preparation and a deep understanding of legal procedures. Her dedication to both her studies and her work is reflected in her meticulous attention to detail and her drive for delivering high-quality results.
Maddi is committed to providing valuable and effective support to our senior legal team, leveraging her academic foundation and professional skills to assist on complex cases with accuracy and integrity. With a keen interest and focus for matters concerning defamation, corporate litigation, professional negligence, corporate disputes, and commercial litigation, she is driven to developing a comprehensive understanding of law that underpins her work as a paralegal and future prospects of becoming a lawyer.
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