Melissa Bush
Solicitor Director and Notary Public
BCom LLB(Hons) Grad Dip Leg Prac LLM FANZCN GAICD
Phone: 02 9526 3433
Email: mbush@shirelegal.com.au
A lawyer with 30 years’ experience, Melissa has worked hard to develop Shire Legal as a dynamic and innovative legal practice.
Melissa’s unique approach, solid grasp of the law, and friendly approachable manner sees Melissa achieving consistently excellent results for her clients.
Rowan Whittingham
Law Graduate
Phone: 02 9526 3444
Email: rwhittingham@shirelegal.com.au
Rowan has completed his law degree and is currently in the process of completing his Practical Legal Training at the College of Law. He particularly enjoys commercial and employment law, bringing experience to the team in these areas. Outside of work, Rowan is a keen football (soccer) fan and player, a lover of formula one, and loves to go camping.
Logan Riley
Law Graduate
Phone: 02 9526 3444
Email: lriley@shirelegal.com.au
Logan is in his final year of a double law and commerce degree at the University of New South Wales. Logan is a former student of Sylvania High School and lifelong resident of the Sutherland Shire. He has recently returned from a 6 month scholarship studying in London - welcome back!
Karina Karamova
Paralegal
Phone: 02 9526 3444
Email: kkaramova@shirelegal.com.au
Karina is a fourth-year Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of International Studies student at the University of Wollongong. As part of the Shire Legal team, she is passionate about delivering clear, practical legal support while developing her expertise in business, property, and estates law. Fluent in Russian and with a strong customer service background, Karina brings excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills to her role. She enjoys the challenge of legal research and is eager to continue building her experience in a client-focused environment. Outside of work, Karina enjoys staying active, exploring local cafes, and spending time with family.
Claire Tubid
Administrative Assistant
Phone: 02 9526 3444
Email: ctubid@shirelegal.com.au
Claire works as an Administrative Assistant to our Director, assisting with client and matter management. Outside of work, Claire is entrepreneurial and creative. She runs a small food business, combining her love of cooking with hands-on business experience. She also enjoys adventure, travelling, and staying active through fun runs, pickleball, and other sports. Claire is committed to continuous professional growth and is currently considering further studies, either by undertaking specific units or enrolling in a Master’s program aligned with her field.
