FAQs

Where am I based?
Sydney. I’m based in Tamarama, Sydney. I can come to you for all meetings whether in capital cities, regional areas, or overseas.

How do I structure my business?
I do legal advice through my law firm, Mark Swivel Legal and consulting projects through my company Swivel Pty Ltd.

What is my law firm number?
No. 19799. Insurance with Law Cover Insurance Pty Ltd.

What is my Law Society number?
Member no. 26017

What is the trading name for my law firm?
Mark Swivel Legal ABN 97191928443

What is the ABN for Swivel Pty Ltd?
38 115 708 873

What are my charge out rates?
Very reasonable! I usually charge by the hour or the day and will ALWAYS agree fees with you before proceeding. If there is any variation to a project, we will agree the terms of a variation before any extra work gets done.

What else should you know about costs?
I may ask for a deposit on longer projects, and will usually recoup travel costs where I travel out of town.

What are my payment details?
They will be provided on every invoice issued to you. Payment by internet transfer is preferred.

What is my privacy policy?
I will not share your information with anyone without your consent, and will not discuss your matter or project or anyone without your consent.

Do I do conveyancing and litigation?
No. But I know good people who do.

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