Sonja Daly

“I am passionate about the law and the practice of the law. I enjoy looking after my clients and enjoy the challenge of ensuring that my clients’ commercial and business considerations are looked after within our legal system.”
Sonja Daly

Sonja Daly is the Managing Partner at Watkins Tapsell and a highly experienced commercial litigation lawyer with over 31 years in practice. She is passionate about resolving complex disputes and is committed to delivering tailored legal solutions that protect her clients’ commercial interests.

Sonja advises across all areas of commercial dispute resolution, including mediation, arbitration and litigation, with a focus on building and construction, property, strata, and insurance disputes. She has previously served as a Local Court Arbitrator and a General Member of the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal.

As Managing Partner, Sonja also enjoys mentoring the team and fostering a high-performing, client-focused culture across the firm.

Sonja Daly’s Specialities

  • Commercial and property disputes  
  • Building and construction matters  
  • Strata and professional negligence claims  
  • Insurance disputes and court advocacy
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Practice Areas Include

Commercial Litigation
When legal disputes arise in business, swift and strategic action is essential. At Watkins Tapsell, our commercial litigation lawyers in Sydney offer practical, results-focused solutions to help protect your interests and resolve conflicts efficiently. Whether through early negotiation or court proceedings, we guide businesses of all sizes through every stage of the dispute resolution process.
Commercial Litigation
Assisting businesses with competition and consumer protection issues.
Commercial Litigation
Specialised legal advice to people and businesses in the building and construction industry.
Commercial Litigation
Protecting your rights as a consumer.
Commercial Litigation
Preparing and acting on behalf of both plaintiffs and defendants in courts and tribunals.
Commercial Litigation
Managing the setup of terms and conditions through to legal proceedings in recovering debts.
Commercial Litigation
Make the build of your dream home a smooth, stress-free process.
Commercial Litigation
Experienced in handling large, complex insurance disputes.
Commercial Litigation
Have certainty around the legal boundaries of the land and environment laws.
Commercial Litigation
We act for lenders in preparing and processing mortgage documentation.

Testimonials

Watkins Tapsell
Vahe & Elzbieta
5/5
Exceptional Service from Sonja Daly. All very good. It is very professional services.
Vicki
5/5
Exceptional Service from Sonja Daly.
Ben
5/5
Exceptional service from Sonja. Sonja showed genuine empathy and understanding of our situation. She was also able to tactfully navigate the emotion from the law and provide a fantastic result. Thanks again to Sonja and the team for their assistance in seeing our case through. Their level headiness, knowledge and professionalism was sincerely appreciated.
John
5/5
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.
Watkins Tapsell

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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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