GLC Legal

GLC Legal

Your trusted legal team

Providing over 25 years of legal support to families and business across Sydney.

  • 25 years of experience
  • Client Centric Approach
  • Specialising in Property, Estate Planning and Family Law

About Us

Located in the vibrant Norwest Business Park, GLC Legal is your go-to partner committed to delivering exceptional legal services across a range of specialties. Our expertise spans property law, property development, commercial leasing, estate planning, family law, and notary public services. With a focus on personalised attention and strategic solutions, we guide our clients through complex legal matters with clarity and efficiency. Our team’s deep knowledge and hands-on experience ensure that whether you're navigating complex property development arrangements, considering your estate planning, managing family legal issues, or requiring notarial services, your needs are met with professionalism and dedication.

At GLC Legal, we pride ourselves on our client-centric approach, tailoring our services to fit your unique circumstances. From comprehensive estate planning to adept handling of property development matters, our goal is to provide clear, actionable advice and effective solutions. Trust GLC Legal to be your reliable partner in achieving your legal objectives and securing your future.

Before founding GLC Legal in July 2020, Geoff Castellan founded and was a partner at Ritchie & Castellan for 16 years. He was also a partner at a major Parramatta law firm, leading their Planning and Environmental Law Division. In 2024, GLC Legal acquired the practice of Peter Cornock & Associates.

Our team

Your trusted team with over 25 years of experience in handling your legal matters.

Geoff Castellan - Principal

Since the mid 1990s, Geoff has been a trusted advisor in property development, planning, and environmental law. With extensive experience in litigation for both local government and private clients, he is well-versed in all Land and Environment Court jurisdictions.

Geoff’s expertise spans complex property transactions, environmental and local government litigation, and commercial leasing. Known for his ability to pinpoint critical issues and prepare thoroughly, he often finds resolution without litigation. Additionally, Geoff provides advice on estate planning, including wills, testamentary trusts, and estate disputes. Geoff was appointed as a Public Notary by the Supreme Court of New South Wales in 2005.

Contact Geoff: geoff@glclegal.com.au

Kelli Longmire – Licensed Conveyancer/Paralegal

Kelli is a highly experienced Licensed Conveyancer, specialising in residential and commercial property transactions, including sales, purchases, development sales, and leasing. After completing the Macquarie University Law and Practice course, she obtained her Conveyancing Licence in 2009. Following a decade of working with various practice leaders in mid-tier Sydney CBD law firms, Kelli commenced working with Geoff Castellan in 2012, bringing a wealth of knowledge. She is committed to delivering exceptional service, ensuring smooth property transactions, and fostering approachable, responsive relationships with clients and industry professionals.

Contact Kelli: kelli@glclegal.com.au

Jo Cunningham - Paralegal

Extensive experience in residential and commercial conveyancing, family law, criminal law and wills and estates having worked in the industry for 36 years. Jo provides clear guidance to clients, providing support and understanding every step of the matter. Jo’s commitment and log-standing experience ensures your legal needs are handled with discretion, precision and care to deliver a tailored solution with outstanding service in all matters.

Contact Jo: jo@glclegal.com.au

Ashley Oakes – Licensed Conveyancer/Paralegal

A licensed conveyancer and experienced paralegal, offering valuable support across a range of legal matters, including property transactions, family law disputes, probate, and estate planning. Specialising in the intricacies of conveyancing, Ashley assists clients in navigating property purchases and sales with clarity and care. Her experience also extends to complex family law disputes, where she helps clients manage divorce, property settlements, and child arrangements, providing strategic guidance and practical solutions while ensuring a high level of service throughout.

Contact Ashley: ashley@glclegal.com.au

Our Services

Property Development
At GLC Legal, we offer expert property development advice to navigate the complexities of planning, executing, and acquiring sites for your development projects. Our services encompass reviewing and negotiating option agreements, managing the legal aspects of property transactions, and guiding you through regulatory requirements. With a thorough understanding of local and state regulations, our team provides strategic insights to help you mitigate risks and optimise project outcomes. Whether you’re acquiring new sites, developing residential, commercial, or mixed-use properties, we are dedicated to delivering tailored solutions that support your development goals and ensure compliance throughout every stage of the process.
Property Law Services
GLC Legal provide comprehensive property law services designed to assist you with all aspects of buying, selling, and managing property. Our expertise covers contract reviews, searches, negotiating property transactions, and resolving any legal issues that may arise. Whether you're purchasing or selling residential or commercial property or transferring ownership, our team ensures that every detail is handled efficiently and with the utmost professionalism. We’re committed to delivering tailored legal advice that safeguards your interests and ensures a smooth, successful transaction every time.
Commercial Leasing
Our commercial leasing services are tailored to address the diverse needs of landlords and tenants alike. We offer comprehensive legal support in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing commercial lease agreements to ensure they align with your business goals and protect your interests. Our team is adept at managing the complexities of lease terms, renewals, and disputes, providing clear, strategic advice to facilitate smooth and successful leasing arrangements. Whether you're entering a new lease or dealing with ongoing leasing issues, we are committed to delivering practical solutions and effective representation to meet your commercial property needs.
Estate Planning
The estate planning services provided by GLC Legal are designed to help you secure your legacy and ensure that your wishes are carried out with precision and care. We offer tailored advice on creating wills, establishing trusts, and managing complex estate matters to protect your assets and provide for your loved ones. In addition, we adeptly handle family provision claims, both pursuing claims to ensure fair entitlements and defending against challenges to estates. Our experienced team is committed to understanding your unique circumstances and crafting a comprehensive estate plan that addresses your goals while minimising potential conflicts. From straightforward wills and intricate testamentary trusts to navigating family provision claims and defending against estate disputes, we are here to guide you through every step of the estate planning process, ensuring peace of mind for you and your family.
Family Law
Our family law services are designed to provide compassionate and effective support during challenging times. We understand that family law matters, including divorce, child custody, and property settlements, can be deeply personal and complex. Our experienced team offers personalised guidance to navigate these issues with sensitivity and expertise. We are committed to achieving fair and practical solutions while minimising stress and conflict. Whether you're dealing with a straightforward family dispute or a more complex legal situation, our focus is on protecting your interests and helping you move forward with confidence.
Notarial Services
Our public notary services offer reliable and efficient solutions for a range of legal documentation needs. As a trusted notary public, Geoff Castellan provides certification of documents, including affidavits, statutory declarations, identity documentation and international agreements, ensuring their legal validity both locally and abroad. We also assist with seeking apostilles and authentication from the Department of Foreign Affairs and deal with consulates and embassies to facilitate international document requirements. Our experienced team is dedicated to delivering precise and timely notarial services with a focus on professionalism and convenience.

Contact Us

Castellan Investments Pty Ltd trading as GLC Legal
ABN: 91 105 166 998
Ph: +61 2 8069 8950
Email: geoff@glclegal.com.au

Address:
Macarthur Point
Suite 1.11, 25 Solent Cct
NORWEST NSW 2153

Postal address:
PO Box 6601
NORWEST NSW 2153
Office Hours:
Monday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Tuesday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Wednesday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Please note we are closed on all public holidays.

Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation.

Privacy Policy

This is the Privacy Policy of Castellan Investments Pty Ltd (ABN 91 105 166 998) trading as GLC Legal (“we”, “us” and when relating to us, “our”).

We are committed to protecting the privacy of our contacts, customers, suppliers and employees (“you” and when relating to you, “your”) and complying with the Australian Privacy Principles set out in the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (Privacy Act).

In this policy we describe how we manage your personal information.

1. The kinds of personal information we collect

The kinds of personal information that we collect include:

(a) contact details such as name, role or position, address, email address, mobile number, landline number and fax number
(b) information relating to your circumstances and affairs relevant to the matter/s in which we are instructed
(c) information about your legal interests and requirements and the legal services that you may wish to purchase
(d) information regarding our communications with you and your attendance at seminars and promotional events held by us
(e) if you are an employee or prospective employee, information about your qualifications, skills and work experience
(f) if you are a supplier or prospective supplier, information about your business skills, services, products and prices

2. How we collect personal information

2.1 We collect personal information by various means including when

(a) you contact us with a question or inquiry
(b) you attend a seminar or event where we are hosting or presenting
(c) you instruct us to act for you and we open a file and conduct a conflict check
(d) our clients provide information relating to related and adverse parties relevant to the advice or services we are providing
(e) we undertake a search or investigation
(f) you visit our website

2.2 Where practicable we collect personal information about you directly from you. However, we may have collected information about you from a third party such as a client, a third party information provider, the courts or a person responding to our questions or inquiries

2.3 We are required to collect the full name and address of our clients by the Solicitors Rules made under the Legal Profession Act 2004 (NSW). Accurate name and address information must also be collected in order to comply with the trust account record keeping requirements in the Legal Profession Regulation 2005 (NSW) and to comply with our duty to the courts

2.4 If you are a client and do not provide us with name and address information we cannot act for you

2.5 If you do not provide us with accurate personal information we may not be able to carry out our instructions or achieve the purpose for which the information has been sought

3. The purposes for which we collect, hold, use and disclose personal information

3.1 We collect, hold, use and personal information in order to
(a) respond to your enquiries
(b) provide legal services
(c) employ competent and diligent personnel
(d) monitor or improve the use of and satisfaction with our legal services; and
(e) let you know about legal developments, our expertise and legal services that may be of interest to you

3.2 We disclose personal information
(a) in order to carry out the instructions of our clients; and
(b) subject to our confidentiality obligations, when using services in support of our legal practice

4. The parties to whom your personal information is disclosed
4.1 Subject to our confidentiality obligations, we may share some relevant personal information with
(a) parties related to a matter you have with us, government authorities and service providers as reasonably required to carry out your instructions
(b) our e-mail marketing provider for the purposes of providing you our newsletter, invitations and legal updates; and
(c) third party service providers who assist us with archival, auditing, accounting, legal, business consulting, website or technology services
4.2 We also will disclose your information if required by law to do so or in circumstances permitted by the Privacy Act – for example, where we have reasonable grounds to suspect that unlawful activity, or misconduct of a serious nature, that relates to our functions or activities has been is being or may be engaged in, in response to a subpoena, discovery request or a court order

5. Disclosure of information outside the jurisdiction of collection
5.1 We do not disclose personal information to overseas recipients

6. Opting out of marketing communications
6.1 We may, from time to time, send you newsletters, invitations and legal updates about our services. You can opt out of receiving further such communications by notifying us using our contact details below by clicking the “unsubscribe” option at the bottom of any marketing e-mail received from us

7. Security
7.1 We take reasonable physical, technical and administrative safeguards to protect your personal information from misuse, interference, loss, and unauthorised access, modification and disclosure. For example, we maintain our files in secure offices and limit access to personal information to individuals with a need to know

8. Access/correction/updating personal information
8.1 You can contact us to access, correct or update your personal information. Unless we are subject to confidentiality obligation or some other restriction on giving access to the information and we are permitted to refuse you access under the Privacy Act, we will endeavour to make your information available to you within 30 days. Examples of circumstances where we may refuse to give you access to your personal information include where
(a) giving access would be unlawful
(b) we reasonably believe that giving you access would pose a serious threat to the life, health or safety of any individual or to public health or public safety
(c) giving access would have an unreasonable impact on the privacy of others
(d) the information could reveal the intentions of a party in negotiations
(e) giving access could prejudice the taking of appropriate action in relation to unlawful activity
(f) giving access could reveal evaluative information in a commercially sensitive decision making process

8.2 If you request to correct your personal information, we will correct, or, if we consider more appropriate, note your request for amendment of the information on your record

8.3 We will not charge you to make a request to access your record but we may charge you to actually provide access depending on the costs associated with obtaining and providing the material

8.4 These actions can usually be taken by contacting a customer relations representative using the contact information on the “Contact Us” section below

9. Notification of Changes
9.1 If we decide to change our Privacy Policy, we will send you a copy of our revised policy or post a copy on our website

10. Complaints / Contact us
If a breach of this Privacy Policy occurs, a complaint may be made to us by sending it to:

Postal Address: PO Box 6601, NORWEST NSW 2153
Physical Address: Suite 1.11, 25 Solent Cct NORWEST NSW 2153
Attention: Geoff Castellan
or by calling +61 2 8069 8950.

We will endeavour to respond to any complaint within 30 days. If you are not satisfied with our response to your complaint you may seek a review by contacting the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner using the information available at http://www.oaic.gov.au/privacy/privacy-complaints.