Michael Hume, Principal Michael, a practising solicitor for over 35 years, is skilled in many areas of the law. After working in corporate law and gaining experience in various law firms, Michael returned to Burwood to serve his local community; he established Michael Hume & Co., the predecessor to Acclaim Legal. Having studied mediation and negotiation at Harvard Law School, he uses his refined negotiation skills in promoting your interests. Since 2008 Michael has been a qualified Collaborative Lawyer, and in late 2013 joined the Board of Collaborative Professionals NSW. Michael has pursued a standard of business excellence in the delivery of legal services to clients throughout his career. As principal of Acclaim Legal he ensures we maintain our core values: Constant Improvement, Outstanding Service, Reliability, and Respect and Empathy. As a trained Mediator Michael has a wealth of experience, not just at the litigation coalface, but also in providing practical solutions to his clients’ problems. Michael’s areas of practice include: Conveyancing                                         •  Business & Commercial Transactions Estate Planning and Wills                     •  Family Law Probate                                                    •  Mediation Criminal Law Carmel Balogh, Conveyancing Manager After completing a Bachelor of Applied Chemistry at University of Canberra and further study at The University of Sydney, Carmel decided to take the obvious next step and join a law firm! With over 15 years’ experience in Conveyancing, Wills and Probate, Carmel uses her scientific analytical skills to … Continue reading Our People