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Tania Russo

Five Dock,NSW

Summary

Experienced Solicitor (Admitted 2001) with an unrestricted practising certificate since 2005. Proven track record across general practice litigation, commercial and civil matters, and legal operations. Recent focus on legal practice management, systems development, and advocacy for vulnerable clients. Passionate about legal innovation, social justice, and providing client-centric, trauma-informed support.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Legal Intern

Louisiana Crisis Assistance Centre
04.1996 - 10.1996
  • Assisted in capital case reviews for inmates on Death Row and identifying which of those cases were appealable based on mental health issues and health conditions unique to the individual including cognitive impairment, IQ, education, trauma history (physical and psychological), as well as identifying issues of potential racial bias or the tampering of evidence or witnesses in trial and sentencing matters.
  • Death Penalty Abolition Project

Personal Assistant to Executive Director

Balkanu Cape York Land Council
09.1997 - 07.1998
  • Supported Executive Director Gerhardt Pearson; engaged with Indigenous communities across Cape York, gaining firsthand insight into Native Title issues as well as Indigenous affairs generally (health and social). Balkanu works hand in hand with the Cape Your Land Council and Apunipima Cape York Health Council.

Commercial Property & Lease Management

GPT Group / Stockland
06.2017 - 04.2020
  • Led and motivated cross-functional teams (11 direct reports) to exceed financial performance targets (FYE June 2019).
  • Strong grounding in commercial leasing, property law, and strategic stakeholder management.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Senior Lawyer & Practice Manager

Repute Law
03.2022 - 07.2025
  • Start-up Criminal Law Firm
  • Was tasked with creating from the ground up and subsuquntly managed a remote-capable legal practice, designing custom legal tech systems and knowledge-sharing platforms as well as creating a collegiate work culture that was inclusive and supportive. The business structure was to accommodate a team of 50 consultants upwards.
  • Senior Lawyer responsible for overseeing all files and approval of all outgoing correspondence/communications.
  • Local Court and District Court appearances.
  • Local Court mentions and sentences.
  • Briefing Senior Counsel, family and criminal law matters.
  • A keen interest in sentencing matters involving clients struggling with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and substance abuse issues. I actively sought knowledge in these areas to help clients access appropriate therapy and prepare effective sentencing submissions aimed at reducing future interactions with the justice system while enhancing their overall long-term well-being.

Education

BA/LLB -

James Cook University
01.1995

Skills

  • Legal Practice Management Litigation Strategy Criminal & General Practice Law
  • Legal Tech Systems Workflow Design Remote Team Leadership
  • Trauma-Informed Practice Client Advocacy Legal Research
  • Time Management Team Building Business Process Optimisation
  • Friendly, positive attitude Teamwork and Collaboration

Accomplishments

  • Prevented forced child removal in a youth protection case (FACS intervention avoided)
  • Led two high-performing legal and retail admin teams to achieve record debt benchmarks (2019)
  • Extensive pro bono and volunteer work in Indigenous, refugee, and social justice spaces
  • Co-managed a $4B+ family law property settlement involving trusts, CGT, and private rulings

Certification

  • Practising Certificate (NSW – Sole Practitioner)
  • CPR, First Aid & Emergency Life Support (2025 – FirstAidPro Australia)

Timeline

Senior Lawyer & Practice Manager

Repute Law
03.2022 - 07.2025

Commercial Property & Lease Management

GPT Group / Stockland
06.2017 - 04.2020

Personal Assistant to Executive Director

Balkanu Cape York Land Council
09.1997 - 07.1998

Legal Intern

Louisiana Crisis Assistance Centre
04.1996 - 10.1996

BA/LLB -

James Cook University

Hobbies and Interests

Gym & bodybuilding | Tennis | Entertaining family & friends | 

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