Client Excellence
- Continual skills enhancement and
- leadership in client service delivery.
Goldman Values
- Innovation,
- strategy, and
- authenticity.
GOLDMAN LAW ARE MULTI-PRACTICE LEGAL EXPERTS
Private Clients Demand Exceptional Skills & Outstanding Service
Private client lawyers are relatively new terms in the Australian legal market but have been widely used in Europe and the US when referring to lawyers and law firms for the wealthy and high net worth.
To be a private client lawyer you must provide exceptional service and have exceptional skills across a range of disciplines.
You need to have an interest in people, their families and their affairs. You must have exceptional communication skills and empathy. You must deliver outstanding results coupled with exceptional technical and drafting ability.
OUR Local LEADERSHIP TEAM
Servicing The Greater Sydney Region
Jaswinder (Jas) Sekhon
Senior Lawyer & Principal
Australia | London | Dubai
Jaswinder (Jas) Sekhon
Senior Lawyer & Principal
Australia | London | Dubai
For over 30 years, Jaswinder (Jas) Sekhon has been a leader in international law, delivering outstanding results for private clients and corporations through unwavering dedication, discretion, and excellence. His career escalated when at 27, he was seconded from Sydney to London, gaining invaluable experience in cross-border tax planning for high-net-worth individuals and corporations. This formative experience laid the foundation for Goldman Law, a firm that reflects Jas’s vision of delivering bespoke legal services tailored to the unique needs of clients, prioritizing individuality over wealth or connections.
Jas has an impressive litigation record, excelling in medico-legal matters, patents, and class actions, and is widely respected for achieving exceptional outcomes in high-stakes cases.
His expertise extends across global tax planning, finance, commercialization, cross-border transactions, trusts, estate planning, commercial litigation, and family law. Beyond practice, Jas has co-authored the seminal tax book, Barrett’s Principles of Income Tax and edited or co-authored numerous other international publications on taxation and wealth management.
Jas holds two undergraduate law degrees from the University of New South Wales and a Master of Laws from Sydney University. He is admitted as a solicitor in Australia, England & Wales, the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, and New Zealand. Additionally, he has served as a Legal Consultant in the UAE, further solidifying his global influence.
Jas’s career highlights include leading structured finance banking experience with the commercialization of blockbuster films (The Matrix and The Lord of the Rings) and Merck’s world leading drug, Gardasil, as well as co-founding the EU airline start-up Cobalt Air.
Kerry Turner
Senior Manager | Client Liaison & Operations
Kerry Turner
Senior Manager
Client Liaison & Operations
With over 15 years of experience in client relations and operations, Kerry Turner is the cornerstone of our firm’s coordination and client management. Beyond her vital local role, she serves as a key liaison for our London and Dubai offices, ensuring seamless communication and consistent service delivery across jurisdictions.
As the first point of contact for clients, Kerry exemplifies professionalism, practical insight, and genuine care. She handles inquiries with compassion and directs client needs to our senior lawyers, prioritizing tailored, effective solutions. Her steadfast commitment to understanding and addressing client needs has set the “gold standard” for client service within our firm, transforming how our legal team operates to better serve our diverse clientele.
Kerry’s empathetic nature shines particularly in her interactions with elderly or distressed clients requiring special care. Drawing on her extensive background in human resources, international experience, and the hospitality industry, she brings a unique, human-centric perspective that elevates the standard of our client management. Despite not holding a legal qualification, her ability to connect with clients on a deeply personal level fosters trust and ensures every client feels valued and respected.
In addition to managing client relationships, Kerry fosters seamless collaboration across our legal team, promoting efficiency and unity in daily operations. Her personalized approach ensures that every client’s legal experience is not only stress-free but also positive and productive.
Through her integrity, dedication, and pursuit of excellence, Kerry has become an indispensable leader at the firm. Her compassionate and tireless approach truly embodies the “Goldman Lawyers standard,” inspiring both colleagues and clients alike.
Zeinab Elzein
General Counsel | Senior Lawyer
Zeinab Elzein
General Counsel
Senior Lawyer
With over a decade of legal experience, Zeinab Elzein (“Zee”) is a highly regarded General Counsel and senior lawyer specializing in family and commercial law.
She has extensive expertise in Australian family law, including complex international matters, and is known for her meticulous approach, unwavering dedication, and deep compassion.
Zee’s commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes has earned her a reputation as a trusted advocate who provides unparalleled support to her clients during challenging times.
While family law is her primary focus, Zee’s background in commercial law sets her apart. Her expertise spans commercial dealings, civil litigation, property law, debt recovery, and even some criminal law matters. Zee has extensive courtroom experience, appearing in the Federal Courts, the Supreme Court of NSW, the NSW Court of Appeal, and the Local and District Courts of NSW.
Zee’s commercial law experience is particularly valuable in family law property settlements, where she excels in uncovering hidden or undisclosed assets.
Her sharp investigative skills have repeatedly delivered successful outcomes. Additionally, her criminal law background has been critical in contested parenting matters involving clients with criminal records or Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders (ADVOs).
While Zee is an experienced litigator, she prioritizes negotiated settlements, believing they often serve her clients’ best interests by reducing conflict.
Outside of work, Zee describes herself as a fearless competitor who enjoys boxing and running—reflecting her drive, determination, and commitment to excellence in every area of her life.
Mathew Nott
General Counsel | Senior Lawyer
Mathew Nott
General Counsel
Senior Lawyer
Mathew joined Goldman Lawyers in 2020 as an experienced solicitor, bringing with him years of high-level legal expertise and exceptional communication skills that benefit both clients and colleagues alike. Since his admission to the Supreme Court of New South Wales in 2017, Mathew has dedicated his career to providing outstanding legal representation across a broad range of practice areas.
His primary focus lies in criminal and commercial law, as well as estates and trusts, where he works tirelessly to deliver the best possible outcomes for his clients. Mathew’s expertise also extends to property law, medical disputes, family law, and other critical areas, demonstrating his adaptability and depth of knowledge. His ability to think critically and communicate effectively ensures his clients are always informed and empowered throughout the legal process, no matter the complexity of their case.
Before pursuing law, Mathew enjoyed a diverse professional career as a journalist and editor, honing his communication and analytical skills. He also spent over a decade as a senior public health executive in New South Wales and Queensland, experiences that have enriched his perspective and enhanced his ability to connect with clients on a human level.
Mathew holds a Diploma of Law (LPAB), a Bachelor of Arts in Communication (Journalism), and a Certificate of Business Skills from the College of Law Sydney. His varied background and academic achievements underscore his commitment to excellence.
As General Counsel at Goldman Lawyers, Mathew’s unique combination of skills, life experience, and legal expertise positions him as a standard-bearer for client advocacy and legal excellence. His pragmatic and well-rounded approach makes him an invaluable asset to the firm and its clients.
Our General Counsel
Tax, Commercial, Trusts & Complex International Matters
David Russell KC
Outer Temple Chambers (Dubai and London)
David Russell KC
Outer Temple Chambers (Dubai and London)
David Russell KC
Outer Temple Chambers
(Dubai and London)
WHO ARE TRADITIONAL PRIVATE CLIENTS?
Goldman Commits To Provide PC Service Levels For ALL of our Clients
- Traditional or ‘old money’ clients including landed gentry and their estates.
- Entrepreneurial or ‘new money’ clients, who have made their money through business, for example.
Old money clients have tended to be more risk-averse in their attitude in contrast to the new money clients who generally have a more commercial approach to risk.
PRIVATE CLIENTS ARE THE INTERSECTION OF PERSONAL CAPITAL, FAMILY & BUSINESS.
Top 10 Country Inflows (Migration) For Millionaires in 2024
This data represents the Top 10 countries globally in terms of projected net inflows of millionaires for 2024. Goldman has had a presence in the UAE and its principal (Mr. Jaswinder Sekhon) has been involved in shaping their laws and practice since 2008. Combining Australia and the UAE gives Goldman a powerful edge in experience and understanding the needs of personal wealth, family and business.
Our 30 Year Private Client Journey
No Shortcuts to Real World Experience & Expertise
Our founder and principal has been very fortunate to work with private clients for over 30 years. Tagged as a junior leading lawyer, he was seconded to London from Sydney at the young age of 27!
This early global experience with high net worth clients let directly to the and services now offered by Goldman Law to all clients irrespective of just wealth or connections.
All these years later we continue to expand and grow with our clients meeting their needs in global tax or sensitive local family law matters.
Our Selected Practice Areas
Our selected nine practice areas were developed with a thorough evaluation of our clients interests and our expertise.
Our driving special interest still lies with private clients and being a full service law firm that can advise them on every aspect of their international business and their needs for asset protection as well as succession and family law. Intergenerational wealth and succession are a special interest.
Our History
Timeline of Key Events
CREATE CONCEPT OF NEW AGE LAW FIRM
BETA TEST LAW FIRM IN AUSTRALIA & USA
GOLDMAN LAUNCHES IN SYDNEY
GOLDMAN EXPANDS TO BRISBANE & MELBOURNE
ESTABLISH PERTH OFFICE
ESTABLISH AUCKLAND OFFICE & DUBAI PRESENCE
PRIVATE CLIENT BENCHMARKS ADOPTED
INTEGRATE DUBAI AS A REGIONAL OFFICE
OUR AWARDS SHOWCASE MULTI DISCIPLINARY EXPERTISE
From Family Law, Litigation to Global Tax
We are grateful that we have a record of success with our clients. We have won many or have successfully settled cases and appeals in complex cases in areas such as intellectual property, patents, licensing, commercial leases, family law, international tax, contractual and commercial disputes, class actions, medical negligence, surgical techniques, regulatory bodies and in criminal law.
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WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR GOLDMAN LAW TO BE A MULTI-DISCIPLINARY PRIVATE CLIENT FIRM?
At Goldman Law, we’re dedicated to offering an exceptional level of service and expertise typically reserved for private clients to everyone we represent, regardless of background or financial status.
Our clients come to us for support in a range of complex areas, including:
- personal injury,
- employment law,
- cyber law,
- defamation,
- family law,
- divorce,
- wills and trusts,
- global and local tax,
- medico-legal,
- corporate and commercial
- structuring
- commercialisation,
- funds and
- class actions.
This multidisciplinary approach enables us to balance a portfolio of cases with varying timelines and risk profiles, allowing us to take on the most challenging and impactful cases. Our approach is about combining broad knowledge with finely honed skill to provide a high-calibre experience to all clients, unmatched by traditional firms.
HOW DOES HAVING A DIVERSIFIED PRACTICE BENEFIT CLIENTS?
Our multi-practice model provides our clients with a strategic advantage. By working across different fields, we’ve built a dynamic understanding of legal challenges that allows us to respond swiftly to changing client needs and developments in the law.
This wide perspective means we can apply litigation expertise across diverse fields, offering a depth of service that enhances outcomes and provides clients with skilled representation that is both specialized and adaptable. Our clients benefit from a legal team that operates with a level of strategic foresight and refined skill that is hard to find else where.
DOES THIS MEAN GOLDMAN LAW TRIES TO DO “EVERYTHING”?
Not at all. While we embrace a wide range of practice areas, we focus deeply on the core legal skills that make our firm effective. This approach reflects the full meaning of the adage,
“A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one.”
By honing our core expertise and applying it thoughtfully across multiple fields, we provide our clients with a uniquely comprehensive and tailored level of service. Our goal is not breadth for its own sake, but breadth that serves our clients’ needs in a way that elevates our entire practice.
WHAT UNIQUE CHALLENGES DOES A MULTI-PRACTICE FIRM FACE, AND HOW DOES GOLDMAN LAW ADDRESS THEM?
Running a firm that supports multiple practice areas requires robust internal processes and a high level of operational discipline. At Goldman Law, we’ve invested significantly in technology and internal protocols to ensure that every client’s case is expertly managed. Our systems cover every aspect of our practice, from case intake and monitoring to budgeting and performance tracking, allowing us to uphold high standards across all areas. We also maintain in-house reporting tools, enabling us to keep cases on course and allocate resources efficiently.
This dedication to excellence behind the scenes means clients can count on us for reliability, no matter the case type.
5 KEY REASONS WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE GOLDMAN LAW’S PRIVATE CLIENT APPROACH?
At Goldman Law, we believe that every client deserves the highest level of personalized legal representation, not just those with significant wealth or high-profile cases.
Our private client approach is designed to deliver an exceptional, high-touch experience that prioritizes every client’s unique needs, regardless of their background or case type. Here’s why this approach matters to you:
- Tailored Legal Solutions for Every Client
Our commitment to a private client approach means we treat each client’s case with individual attention and a custom strategy. Instead of generic responses, we develop personalized legal solutions that address the specific needs, goals, and circumstances of every client we represent.
- Proactive, Strategic Expertise
By applying the same high standards as we would for a private client, we ensure that each case benefits from proactive risk assessment and strategic planning. Our team is focused on preventing issues before they arise, delivering peace of mind and a forward-looking approach to every client’s legal matter. Access to Sophisticated Resources and Advanced Processes
We’ve invested in leading technology, data-driven insights, and meticulously structured internal processes. This allows us to manage cases with precision and efficiency, ensuring every client has access to the highest quality resources and a seamless experience.Exceptional Responsiveness and Client Support
With our private client approach, you can expect consistent, clear, and timely communication. We prioritize keeping clients informed, answering questions, and providing updates, making sure each client feels supported every step of the way.Cross-Disciplinary Expertise and Holistic Solutions
Our multidisciplinary focus allows us to bring insights from various practice areas, including employment law, personal injury, civil rights, and more. This cross-disciplinary knowledge enriches our strategies, providing clients with comprehensive, well-rounded solutions.
At Goldman Law, our private client approach means that every client receives the quality, attention, and expertise they deserve—setting us apart as a firm dedicated to providing exceptional service at every level.
ARE YOU MORE EXPENSIVE THAN FIRMS THAT SPECIALIZE IN JUST ONE AREA OF LAW?
Not necessarily and often lower than other firms that are not as well structured.
At Goldman Law, we offer a private client approach designed to deliver value through personalized attention and multidisciplinary expertise, often at costs comparable to more specialized firms.
By combining insights across practice areas, we can often resolve complex issues more efficiently, saving clients time and potentially reducing overall legal costs. Additionally, our structured internal processes ensure each case is managed effectively, so clients benefit from high-level service without incurring unnecessary expenses.
WHY ARE THERE FEWER PRIVATE CLIENT LAW FIRMS IN AUSTRALIA COMPARED TO REGIONS LIKE EUROPE AND THE USA?
Private client law firms are more established in regions such as Europe and the USA due to a longer history of catering to high-net-worth individuals and businesses seeking comprehensive legal support.
In Australia, while private client services are less common, the demand is growing as clients recognize the value of personalized, proactive representation that spans multiple practice areas.
Goldman Law is one of the few Australian firms offering this high-touch approach to a broader range of clients, providing a unique alternative to traditional, single-focus law firms.
WHAT IF I AM LOOKING ONLY TO SAVE ON LEGAL FEES FOR SIMPLE LEGAL WORK?
Our goal at Goldman Law is to provide premium service at a fair cost, tailored to the complexity of your case.
For simpler legal needs, we maintain efficiency through streamlined internal processes, allowing us to handle straightforward matters effectively without added cost.
Our team can provide advice on the most cost-effective approach for your specific needs, ensuring you receive quality support without paying for services that don’t apply to your situation.
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