Lawyer Profile

Contact
Linkedin

Merna Maroky Harper

Principal Solicitor

Merna Maroky Harper is the principal solicitor, director, and founder of MMH Lawyers. After working at a boutique law firm for 5 years, heading the Commercial/Business Law Department, Merna decided that there must be a superior way of providing legal services to clients, and established MMH Lawyers.

Merna practices in the areas of Business Law, Employment Law, Estate Planning, Guardianship and Administration, Litigation and Disputes.  

Merna can assist you with:

  • Deciding on the right Business Structure.
  • Preparing and Negotiating Franchising and Licensing documents.
  • Mergers and Acquisitions.
  • Sale and Purchase of Business transactions.
  • Retail and Commercial Leasing.
  • Preparation of Employment Contracts and Independent Contractor Agreements.
  • Preparation of Joint Venture, Shareholder, Partnership and Terms of Trade Agreements.
  • Unfair Dismissal and Unlawful Termination matters.
  • Advising on Estate Planning.
  • Guardianship and Administration.
  • Estate Administration.
  • Estate Disputes including Family Provision Claims.
  • Letters of Administration and Distribution of a deceased estate.
  • Probate and Distribution of a deceased estate.
  • Civil Litigation and Disputes in County Court, Federal Court and Magistrates’ Court jurisdiction.
  • Insurance Law and Consumer Affairs.

Merna is a clear and effective communicator, keeping her clients informed every step of the way. Merna prides herself on protecting her client’s interests and reducing risk, always remaining two steps ahead in a commercial/business law transaction.

Merna is a passionate litigator and a hard worker, a combination that cannot be overlooked in the courtroom when she is fighting for her client’s rights.

Merna has an entrepreneurial spirit, and her passion lies in helping start-ups and small to medium sized businesses achieve their business goals within the parameters of the law.

Merna holds a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Business (Accounting) and was admitted as a Solicitor in 2012. Merna is also admitted to practice in the High Court of Australia. Merna is a member of the Law Institute of Victoria and the Victorian Women Lawyers Association.