Tom Zreika

Tom Zreika OAM is a Solicitor, Notary Public, and Managing Partner at Sterling Legal, a firm operating across New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland. Known for dealing with complex and high-stakes legal disputes, his practice heavily spans family law (asset protection and high-value property), criminal defence (fraud, corporate, and serious crime), commercial litigation, and insolvency.

Key Highlights

• Areas of Practice: He handles a diverse range of complex legal matters, including family law (high-value property and asset protection), criminal law (fraud, drug offenses, and white-collar crime), commercial litigation, insolvency, and corporate advisory.
• Credentials: He holds a Bachelor of Science (USYD), a Bachelor of Laws (WSU), and a Master of Law and Management (UNSW). He also completed the Program on Negotiation at Harvard Law School and is a Fellow of the Australian and New Zealand College of Notaries (FANZCN).
• Accolades: In 2020, he was awarded the Order of Australia Medal (OAM) for his services to the law, community, and local government.
• Philosophy: He focuses on offering realistic, transparent advice and strategic, results-driven negotiation to cut through legal complexity for businesses, families, and individuals.

Community Leadership

Tom was awarded the Order of Australia Medal (OAM) for his contributions to local government, law, and the community, he is also the co-founder and Chairman of the global humanitarian charity AusRelief.

Client Feedback

• Clarity Over Complexity: Reviews emphasise Tom’s upfront approach. He focuses on giving realistic, transparent, and plain-English advice rather than over-promising or over-complicating the legal framework.
• Strong Settlement Focus: Backed by his specialised negotiation training, clients value his emphasis on structured mediation (such as through Relationships Australia or private forums) to protect their long-term property and parenting interests efficiently without unnecessary litigation.
• Direct Partner-Led Involvement: Unlike firms that hand files off to junior clerks, clients frequently praise that an experienced Partner directly leads and manages their matters.