Jake Edwards
Civil Solicitor
Experience
Current Practice Area
Professional Approach and Interest Areas
Experience
Jake graduated from University of Wollongong with a Bachelor of Laws in 2015.
After graduation, Jake spent 6 years working at community legal centres. He spent one year as a tenants advocate at both Illawarra Legal Centre and Redfern Legal Centre, advocating for housing rights for vulnerable tenants, including social housing.
Before he started at O’Briens, Jake worked for 5 years at Marrickville Legal Centre. Practicing across employment, civil and administrative law, Jake developed a knack for civil law.
Current Practice Area
Jake is a civil lawyer, engaging in intentional torts, personal injury and other litigation matters.
Professional Approach and Interest Areas
Based in his legacy in community legal centres, Jake is enthusiastic about levelling the playing field. His kind, compassionate approach offers understanding of client’s difficult and unique circumstances.
“I developed a passion for proceedings involving a large imbalance of power.”
“I aim to level the playing field for both defendants and plaintiffs to ensure just and fair outcomes”.
Jake is always willing to go above and beyond for his clients, providing a holistic approach in his practice.
