Henry Marjason

Henry is a founding partner of Marjason & Marjason establishing the firm with his late father, Ian Marjason, in 2016.

Henry is a fearless litigator and advocate. With over a decade of experience, Henry has gained experience across a broad area of law during his career including representing clients in the High Court of Australia, ACT and NSW Court of Appeal and Court of Criminal Appeal, the Federal Court of Australia, the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, as well as regularly appearing in the Supreme Court of NSW and ACT. 

Henry mainly specialises in large complex commercial disputes as well as estate litigation, family provision claims, family law matters and criminal law matters. 

In 2024, Marjason & Marjason opened a second office in Brisbane where Henry is now based. However, he still accepts work across multiple jurisdictions. 

See below some notable cases Henry has been instructed in:

High Court of Australia

• Potts v The Queen [2019] HCASL 356(Criminal Appeal)
• CCP v The Queen [2021] HCASL 186(Criminal Appeal)

Supreme Court ACT and Court of Appeal ACT

Criminal proceedings

• R v Kalachoff [2017] ACTSC 310
• The Queen v Potts ACTCA 61 of 2018 and ACTCA 7 of 2019
• R v Fairclough [2019] ACTSC 215
• R v Watson [2020] ACTSC 30
• Watson v The Queen [2020] ACTCA 16
• Watson v The Queen No 2 [2020] ACTCA 30
• Gibbons v Perkins [2021] ACTSC 254

Civil Proceedings 

• Jackson v Ben Aulich & Associates Pty Ltd [2018] ACTSC 93 (Hearing de novo / appeal from Registrar’s decision / protracted costs dispute / breach of contract with former solicitor / appeal allowed before Mossop J)
• H L v H P [2019] ACTSC 299
• Burns & Anor v Wallace & Ors (For the plaintiff’s / protracted partnership dispute / long standing partnership / significant assets (settled)) 
• Zeltner v Deputy Registrar of the Supreme Court of the ACT [2021] ACTSC 276 (Judicial review)
• Zeltner v Deputy Registrar of the Supreme Court (No 2) [2022] ACTCA 30 (Judicial review on appeal)
• Re application under the Parentage Act 2004 [2025] ACTSC 294

NSW Court of Appeal

• Kovacevic v Queanbeyan City Council [2016] NSWCA 346

The Land and Environment Court of NSW

• Queanbeyan City Council v Kovacevic [2015] NSWLEC 152 (Appeal from Local Court of NSW to Land and Environment Court of NSW / Appeal Allowed)

Supreme Court of NSW

Commercial, Real Property, and Estate proceedings

• Pantos & Ors v Georgopoulos  (s66G Conveyancing Act / commercial property / trustee appointed)
• Cohen v Braman (Real property / caveat / cross-summons seeking declaration of interest in property (settled))
• Grigor v Grigor & Anor
• Boyd v Couch; Estate of Couch
• Burgess v Barnes; Estate of Burgess
• Ware v Laws; Estate of Ware
• Sipinkas & Anor v Balkos & Anor NSWSC (Complex protracted partnership dispute (settled)) 

Faraz Jafri

Faraz Jafri is a dedicated legal professional and partner at Marjason & Marjason Solicitors, based in Queanbeyan, New South Wales. Faraz commenced with Marjason & Marjason in 2023 and quickly went up in ranks becoming a Partner in 2024. With a strong commitment to client service, Faraz brings a wealth of experience and a pragmatic approach to legal matters appearing in NSW and the ACT. His areas of practice encompass various facets of the law allowing him to provide comprehensive legal solutions tailored to each client’s needs.

Faraz is known for his clear communication and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that clients are well-informed and confident throughout their legal proceedings. His dedication to achieving favourable outcomes has earned him a reputation for reliability and professionalism within the community.

As a partner at Marjason & Marjason Solicitors, Faraz continues to uphold the firm’s values of integrity, excellence, and personalised service, contributing to its standing as a trusted legal practice in the region.

See below some notable cases Faraz has been instructed in:

Criminal proceedings

• DPP v CR (a pseudonym) [2023] ACTSC 293
• DPP v Murphy 2023
• R v Demczyszyn 2023
• DPP v Murphy 2024
• R v Douglas 2024

Civil Proceedings 

• Brennan v McDonagh and McDonagh 2022 (For Respondent – Debt Recovery – Disputed Debt – Settled)
• Harrigan & Middleton v Maharjan and Maharjan 2022 (For Plaintiffs – Property – Breach of Contract – Settled)

Ashlee Hawke

Ashlee has been part of the conveyancing and the broader legal industry since 2013 and is a fully qualified Licensed Conveyancer and a NSW Justice of the Peace. She completed her formal qualifications in Conveyancing at Macquarie University, Sydney, in 2019.

As a Justice of the Peace, Ashlee voluntarily supports both the firm’s clients and the wider NSW community, offering essential JP services where needed.

With extensive experience in both NSW and ACT property transactions, Ashlee handles a broad range of matters including residential and commercial property, off-the-plan purchases, strata developments, subdivisions, deeds, Ministers Consent Transfers, rural transactions, changes of name, notices of death, and more. Ashlee is known for her professionalism, efficiency, and attention to detail. She is passionate about helping clients navigate the often-complex conveyancing process with confidence and ease. Her commitment to high-quality service, accuracy, and timely communication ensures her clients receive the support they need every step of the way.

Elia Solomon

Elia joined Marjason & Marjason in 2022, bringing with her over 20 years of experience working across a range of respected law firms. Over the course of her career, she has advised and represented a broad spectrum of clients including individuals, small businesses, developers, and commercial entities.

Elia has a strong background in conveyancing and paralegal services, with in-depth knowledge of property transactions throughout New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory. Her areas of expertise include:

• Residential and commercial conveyancing
• Subdivisions and developments
• Off-the-plan purchases
• Commercial and domestic leases
• Put and call options
• Title conversions and transfers
• General property matters

Elia also works extensively in commercial leasing and business transactions. She regularly acts for both landlords and tenants and assists clients with the sale and purchase of businesses, shares, franchises, and other commercial agreements.

Known for her client-first approach, Elia is committed to delivering practical, timely, and cost-effective solutions. She takes pride in her ability to navigate complex legal and commercial issues to achieve positive outcomes for her clients.

Elia has built strong ties within the local business community and continues to be a trusted legal partner for clients across a wide range of industries.

Zara Baker

Zara plays a vital role at Marjason and Marjason Solicitors, combining her expertise in conveyancing with exceptional office management skills to ensure smooth and efficient service for all clients. With a keen eye for detail and a thorough understanding of property transactions, Zara supports our legal team by managing the administrative and procedural aspects of property matters, helping clients navigate the complexities of buying and selling property with confidence.

Zara also oversees the day-to-day operations of the firm, fostering a welcoming environment and coordinating between departments to maintain the high standards of service Marjason and Marjason is known for.

Lauren Woodward

Lauren is the welcoming face of Marjason and Marjason Solicitors, dedicated to providing exceptional client service from the moment you get in touch. As receptionist and administrative assistant, Lauren manages all incoming communications and appointments with efficiency and care, ensuring that your enquiries are directed promptly to the right team members.

Sharon Shaw

Sharon is an integral part of the Marjason and Marjason team, managing the firm’s accounts with precision and care. Her role involves overseeing billing, payments, and financial records to ensure transparency and accuracy for both the firm and its clients.