KnapLawyersClarity in Your Legal Matters
Professional legal services for individuals and businesses across Australia and Poland, with expertise in estate planning, family law, and corporate matters.
Our Legal Services
Comprehensive legal solutions tailored to meet your personal and business needs with professional expertise and dedicated support.
Family Law
Address sensitive family matters including divorce, custody, and property settlements with compassionate and skilled representation.
- Property & Parenting Settlements
- International Parental Child Abduction (Hague Convention)
- Wills & Family Provisions
- Child Support & Spousal Maintenance
- Divorce & De facto Relationships
- Consent Orders
Wills & Estate Planning
Plan for the future and protect your loved ones with expertly drafted wills, trusts, and comprehensive estate planning services.
- Wills (Standard & Testamentary Trust Wills)
- Powers of Attorney (Australia & Poland)
- Appointments of Enduring Guardian
- Probate (Supreme Court Grants)
- Letters of Administration
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Resolve legal disputes effectively with skilled representation in commercial litigation, contract disagreements, and civil matters.
- Conducting Litigation in Federal & State Courts
- Mediation & Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Commercial & Civil Arbitration
- Representation before NCAT & Federal Tribunals
Equity Law
Navigate corporate law and complex business matters with expert advice on formation, contracts, mergers, and regulatory compliance.
- Probate & Contested Estates
- Commercial Equity & Fiduciary Duties
- Urgent Court Injunctions
- Succession Act Claims (Family Provision)
- Rights to Property (Land & Intellectual Property)
Commercial Law
End-to-end commercial advisory for franchises, SMEs, and international investors operating across Australia.
- Business Sale and Purchase
- Commercial Leases & Liquor Licensing
- Corporate & Commercial Debt Recovery
- Commercial Due-Diligence & Joint Ventures
- PPSA Compliance & Enforcement
Property Law
Secure property transactions, commercial leasing, and development advice across New South Wales and Poland.
- Residential & Commercial Sale and Purchase
- Investment Properties & Structuring
- Strata Title Advice & Disputes
- Off The Plan Purchases & Developments
Immigration Law
Strategic migration assistance for businesses, skilled professionals, families, and visa review applicants.
- Business & Investor Migration
- Family & Partner Migration
- Employer Sponsored & Skilled Migration
- Visa Refusals & Tribunal Appeals
Legal Costs Disputes
Specialist advice and representation in legal costs assessments, fee disputes, and regulated costs proceedings.
- Costs dispute resolution
- Supreme Court Costs Assessment
- Court proceedings relating to legal fees
- Regulated cost advice & compliance
Polish & Australian Estates
Conduct succession proceedings, obtain Supreme Court Probate grants, and administer inherited estates across Poland and Australia without overseas travel.
- Confirmation of inheritance acquisition before Polish Courts (Stwierdzenie nabycia spadku)
- Division of Polish & Australian estates (Dział spadku)
- NSW Supreme Court Probate & Resealing of foreign grants
- Bilingual Wills coordinated across both jurisdictions
Bilingual Powers of Attorney & Apostille
Drafting powers of attorney, statutory declarations, and DFAT Apostille certifications recognized by Polish courts, notaries, and government registries.
- Polish-English Powers of Attorney for property & court matters
- DFAT Apostille certifications under the Hague Convention
- Notarized declarations for Polish banks and administrative offices
- Remote representation before Polish authorities
Real Estate & Land Registry in Poland
End-to-end legal handling of property sales, title regularization (Księgi Wieczyste), and secure cross-border proceeds transfers from Poland to Australia.
- Updating Polish Land & Mortgage Registers (Księgi Wieczyste)
- Representation in Polish real estate sales & notarial deeds
- Clearing historical title encumbrances & co-ownership
- Tax clearance & cross-border transfer compliance
Cross-Border Family & Hague Matters
Specialist representation in international parenting disputes, recognition of foreign divorce decrees, and cross-border matrimonial property settlements.
- International Parental Child Abduction (Hague Convention)
- Recognition of Australian divorce orders in Poland (and vice versa)
- Cross-border division of matrimonial property
- International child support & parenting relocation orders
The Knap Lawyers Difference
We're more than just lawyers; we're your dedicated partners in achieving successful outcomes.
25+ Years of Experience
Leverage our proven track record of success in complex legal matters for clients across Australia and Poland.
Client-Centric Approach
Your goals are our priority. We provide tailored advice and transparent communication at every step.
Integrity & Professionalism
Your matters are handled with the highest ethical standards, discretion, and respect they deserve.
Paweł Knap
Lawyer • Principal Solicitor
Paweł has gained significant commercial and business experience both internationally and in Australia as the commercial advisor for one of the leading franchisees. He takes pride in assisting clients from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Paweł has established his role in achieving outstanding results for his clients. He was an active member of the legal team at Drexler Litigation Lawyers that was successful in the High Court case of Gnych v Polish Club Limited [2015] HCA 23.
Qualifications
- Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice (GDLP) (The College of Law, Sydney)
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (Western Sydney University)
- Admitted as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of New South Wales and The High Court of Australia
Practice Areas
George Stathopoulos
Lawyer • Public Notary • Migration Agent
George is a distinguished legal practitioner with over twenty-five years of comprehensive experience, offering his expertise as both a lawyer and a public notary. As a registered migration agent, he is uniquely equipped to assist clients in complex matters pertaining to immigration.
Throughout his career, George has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional legal and migration services to a culturally diverse clientele. His approach is centred on a deep understanding of each client's unique circumstances, allowing him to tailor solutions that align with their specific needs and objectives.
George's expansive legal acumen spans various areas, including small business law, property law, estate, probate and family provisions law, commercial law, and immigration law, enabling him to provide clients with robust and well-rounded guidance across multiple facets of legal practice.
Education & Credentials
- Diploma of Law — Sydney University
- Bachelor of Economics (B.Ec.) — Sydney University
- Admitted as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of New South Wales and the High Court of Australia
Practice Areas
Practice Certificate
Associations & Partner Network
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Comprehensive end-to-end legal and care support for seniors and their families. We provide complete peace of mind across all legal aspects of ageing and care, including Enduring and General Powers of Attorney, Last Wills and Testaments, strategic advice on living arrangements, and navigating the legal framework of senior care.
Succession Matters in Poland
Direct cooperation in Warsaw on Polish succession proceedings, land registry updates (Księgi Wieczyste), and estate representation.
Polish Lawyers in Sydney
Active membership in The Law Society of New South Wales and long-standing legal support for the Polish-Australian community.
What Our Clients Say
Real success stories from clients we've had the privilege to serve.
“I was impressed with his ability to articulate my position clearly and effectively. His attention to detail, combined with his knowledge of the law and processes, made it possible for my case to be resolved to an overall positive result. I highly recommend him.”
- Martin
“...I was told by 4 lawyers my case was impossible to win. Your professionalism and commitment achieved a great outcome. I have no hesitation in recommending Pawel Knap Lawyers.”
- Edyta
“Thank you so much for helping me solve my complicated case. You are not only a great expert, but you are very open and friendly in everyday contact.”
- Anna
“Pawel was extremely helpful and very knowledgeable in the areas of wills and estate planning. His ability to quickly assess my needs, provide clear answers and suggestions, and help me reach the best decisions for my family, is why I would recommend Pawel to anyone...”
- James