Thirumalai is also known as Shelvi. Thirumalai is the founding Legal Director of Shan Lawyers and is fluent in both English and Tamil. Thirumalai has a wide range of experience in practising across:

• Family law: parenting, property, relocation, airport watch list and divorce
• Family Violence or Protection Intervention Order
• Wills & Estate: estate planning, probate, administration, contesting and challenging a Will
• Enduring Powers of Attorney and Appointment of Medical Treatment Decision Maker(s)
• Trust deeds
• Property law (including conveyancing and building disputes)
• Buying and selling a business
• Small claims
• Personal injury matters eg: transport accident claims
• Superannuation claims
• Work Cover and Public Liability insurance claims
• Commercial and Civil litigation
• Victims of Crime Assistant Tribunal & Criminal matters eg: breaching intervention orders, drunk driving offences, parking fines, summary offences & more
• Employment disputes and reviewing employment contracts
• Victoria Civil and Administrative Tribunal Matters eg: Guardians and Administrators, Building & Construction Disputes, Residential Tenancy disputes, Retail and Commercial Leases, Goods & Services, Planning issues, Owner Corporation disputes

Passionate about resolving client’s legal issues amicably, Thirumalai strives to avoid litigation where possible. However, when necessary, Thirumalai draws on her extensive court experience to advocate for her clients in court and to achieve the best possible outcomes for her clients.

Thirumalai is an accomplished lawyer with a diverse background spanning various legal areas, including international law. As a Tamil speaking lawyer, Thirumalai brings a unique perspective and deep understanding of the complexities her clients face, especially those navigating the Family Law system within multicultural contexts. Thirumalai also maintains strong communication skills with overseas practitioners. Thirumalai’s awareness of her client’s values and needs enables her to offer compassionate, committed, insightful guidance and legal advice.

Thirumalai brings valuable overseas studies knowledge, experience, and skills, adding a unique perspective to her legal practice. Deeply connected to the multicultural community, Thirumalai has built a strong reputation as a trusted advocate for clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. She is dedicated to supporting individuals from various backgrounds who need a fervent and pragmatic lawyer to address their situations attentively and guide them toward sustainable solutions.

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