Devanand Saraswati

With extensive experience in business and employment law, Devanand Saraswati has developed a practical approach to ensure that all her clients’ business and employment transactions proceed smoothly and are tailored to meet their individual business needs.
Devanand Saraswati Lawyer

Deva Saraswati is a senior commercial and employment lawyer with deep experience across business transactions, employment law and estate planning. She works closely with both business clients and individuals, offering well-rounded legal advice with a practical edge.

Deva joined Watkins Tapsell in 2009 and is known for her clear communication, attention to detail and long-standing client relationships. Her practice includes business structuring, franchise and shareholder agreements, property transactions and all forms of employment documentation.

She also supports clients with tailored estate plans, from simple wills to more complex trust and asset protection arrangements.

Specialties

  • Business sales and purchases, business structuring and commercial agreements  
  • Advice for not-for-profit organisations
  • Employment law and workplace documentation  
  • Commercial property transactions, property development and commercial and retail leasing  
  • Family documentation, including trust arrangements- Wills, powers of attorney and estate planning
  • Retirement Village and aged care contract advice
  • Loan and mortgage advice
Home building contract disputes and review

Practice Areas Include

Business Law
Innovative legal advice that gives business owners the confidence to start, grow and protect their business.
Business Law
Supporting businesses to run smoothly, reduce risk and legally minimise tax.
Business Law
Helping you navigate the complexities of commercial property law transactions.
Employment Law
Defending the legal rights and responsibilities of working people.
Estates
Planning for the future, especially when it comes to your estate, is one of the most important legal steps you can take. At Watkins Tapsell, our wills and estate lawyers in Sydney help individuals and families protect their assets, make clear decisions, and manage the legal complexities that come with life, death, and legacy. Whether you're preparing a Will, acting as an Executor, or involved in a dispute, we provide practical, personalised guidance with care and clarity. This page explains our services across estate planning, probate, and estate litigation.
Estates
Peace of mind knowing all after-life arrangements are met.
Employment Law
Your specialist WHS lawyers in all work health and safety matters.
Employment Law
Providing proactive and preventative specialist advice to protect businesses and their employees.

Testimonials

Watkins Tapsell
John
Rated 5 out of 5
My first and only time needing a solicitor. It may not have been a fun experience, but I do feel that the advice I was provided, positively influenced my decisions that resulted in a better outcome.
Anna
Rated 5 out of 5
Watkins Tapsell assisted us recently with legal matters and were extremely professional, giving great advice. I would not hesitate in using their services again and highly recommend them to anyone requiring legal services. Thank you Peter, Stephanie and the team.
Gary
Rated 5 out of 5
The team from Watkins Tapsell are great to deal with! I have spoken to both James and Peter on regular basis. They have been incredibly professional, knowledgeable and generous with both their expertise and time!
Raj
Rated 5 out of 5
Exceptional Service from Deva Saraswati.
Suzanne & Scott
Rated 5 out of 5
Exceptional service from Deva. Very helpful, explained things fully, patient with changes required.
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Office open Mon–Fri 08:30 am – 17:30 pm
Other times by appointment only.

 

Head office location

Level 3, 550 Princes Highway
Kirrawee NSW 2232

 

Contact information

PO Box 88
Sutherland NSW 1499

(02) 9521 6000
mail@watkinstapsell.com.au

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