Solicitor in Nowra

Serving Shoalhaven & The Illawarra

  • No-Cost First Consultation
  • 30+ Years Diverse Legal Experience
  • Transparent Legal Advice

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30+ Years' Legal Practice

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Former Government Prosecutor

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Locally Based Solicitor

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Fixed-Fee Options Available

Nowra Solicitor

At NH Legal, we believe in making the law accessible to everyone. We provide tailored legal services across the Shoalhaven and Illawarra regions. Through a streamlined, low-overhead structure, we deliver practical legal solutions without unnecessary complication or cost. Clients are supported with clear communication and honest assessments from the outset, helping them navigate legal processes with greater understanding and control.


We offer a comprehensive range of legal services designed to address the needs of individuals and families facing critical life decisions. Our family law services include divorce, property settlements, parenting agreements, and dispute resolution—all delivered with compassion and practical insight. In the area of wills and estates, we provide free simple wills, assist with drafting powers of attorney and guardianship documents, and represent clients in estate administration and will disputes. For those involved in civil matters, we offer strong advocacy and legal guidance across tribunals and courts, including NCAT, AAT, and the Supreme Court of NSW. We also assist clients navigating Australia’s immigration system, helping individuals and families work towards residency, visas, and a secure future in the country.


We assess each matter on its merit and only proceed when legal action is necessary, ensuring time and resources are used effectively. If you’re seeking clear, practical legal advice, call 0416 705 799 to speak with our team.

Family Law

Separation and family breakdowns require careful legal navigation. This service covers parenting arrangements, divorce, consent orders, and property settlements, focusing on clear legal advice and documented, enforceable agreements.

Wills & Estates
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A legally valid will protects your intentions and estate. This service includes will drafting, probate assistance, estate administration, and family provision claims, including support for disputes over contested wills.

Civil Litigation
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Legal disputes can involve individuals, businesses, or institutions. This service provides representation in courts and tribunals, including NCAT, AAT, and Fair Work matters, with a focus on resolving civil issues.

Immigration
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Visa eligibility and appeals require a structured approach. This service supports clients with visa applications, refusals, cancellations, ministerial intervention requests, and tribunal representation before the Administrative Appeals Tribunal.

About Us

With over 30 years of legal experience in Australia and abroad, Principal Solicitor Neil Hartley leads NH Legal with a focus on clarity, accessibility, and client awareness. His background includes serving as a senior prosecutor and forensic auditor in high-level corruption matters, which brings a sharp, investigative perspective to private legal practice. For the past 14 years, he has worked locally across the Shoalhaven region, advising individuals, families, and businesses on a wide range of legal concerns.


NH Legal operates as a selective practice, accepting matters where legal intervention is appropriate and likely to produce meaningful outcomes. We prioritise structured processes, careful case assessment, and straightforward communication to support clients through complex legal issues. Our services are structured to reduce unnecessary costs, with no-charge initial consultations and fixed-fee options where appropriate. Clients receive factual advice and transparent pathways, with an emphasis on resolving matters efficiently.


We are committed to ensuring clients understand their rights and responsibilities at every stage of the legal process.