About Us
Our Experienced Legal Professionals
Joe Calabrese
Joseph (Joe) Calabrese is the founder and Principal Solicitor of Calabrese Lawyers, bringing extensive experience as a highly skilled litigation lawyer to our Sydney law firm.
Joe has successfully managed numerous complex legal cases, including high-profile matters that have attracted significant public interest and media attention. His strong background in public speaking and debate during his school years naturally led to his successful legal career.
Today, he uses his strong legal, negotiation and advocacy skills in the areas of civil and commercial litigation, criminal and traffic law, family law and – his special area of expertise- dust diseases.
He’s driven by a desire to work together with his clients to achieve fair and commercially sensible outcomes.
Joe is also a Registered Notary Public, authorised to witness and certify international documents. He regularly assists clients with the notarisation and certified translation of Italian documents, making the process smooth and stress-free.
Joe is passionate about working collaboratively with clients to achieve fair and commercially sensible legal outcomes. When not practising law, he supports Sydney FC, enjoys golf, and travels to the South Coast of NSW.
Legal Expertise Areas:
- Criminal and Traffic Law
- Family Law Matters
- Dust Diseases (Specialised Area)
- Legal Negotiation and Advocacy
- Conveyancing & Property Law
- Will & Estate Planning
- Probate & Estate Dispute
Professional Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Arts, Macquarie University
- Diploma of Law, Legal Profession Admission Board
- NSW Public Notary
Professional Memberships:
- Fellow of the Australian and New Zealand College of Notaries
- Law Society of New South Wales
- Past President, Committee for Italians Abroad NSW
- Founder and former Secretary, Majors Bay Chamber of Commerce, Concord
- Member, Italian Chamber of Commerce Inc.
Languages:
- English
- Italian
Saidy Khawly
Saidy brings over a decade of diverse legal experience from large, medium, and boutique law firms across Sydney. Her versatile legal practice makes her exceptionally well-suited for our general practice law firm.
Saidy’s warm and engaging personality immediately puts clients at ease, regardless of their legal issue’s complexity. She finds the most rewarding aspect of legal practice is helping everyday people navigate stressful and confusing legal situations.
As a skilled legal negotiator and court advocate, Saidy describes herself as down-to-earth with an approachable personality that makes legal processes less intimidating for clients.
On the weekends Saidy likes to spend time with her two daughters and clear her mind with a simple walk.
Legal Expertise Areas:
Qualifications:
- Family Law
- Debt Recovery
- Criminal Law
- Apprehended Violence Order (AVO)
- Traffic Law Matters
- Wills & Estate Planning
- Probate & Estate Dispute
- Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Economics, Macquarie University
Memberships & Associations:
- Law Society of New South Wales
Languages Spoken
- English
- Arabic
Comprehensive Legal Services Under One Roof
Your Complete Legal Solution
Why work with multiple lawyers when one trusted law firm can handle all your legal needs? Our experienced legal team provides services across:
Family Law
Matters
Divorce, property settlements, custody arrangements.
Probate & Estate Disputes
Probate specialists, estate distribution, administration.
Conveyancing & Property Law
Conveyancing, property disputes, development matters.
Criminal Law
Traffic offences, criminal charges, court representation.
Estate Planning & Wills
Wills, probate, estate administration.
Debt Recovery
Strategic negotiation, formal demand processes, court proceedings
Asbestos & Dust Disease
Compensation for victims from workplace-related illnesses.