A solutions-focused legal service that understands your needs
Honest, practical and reliable
Flexible hours for busy people
Clear, fixed and value pricing
How We Can Help
Walnut Law is a law firm based in Newcastle, offering remote and flexible online legal appointments to anyone in New South Wales, as well as court representation across the Hunter.
Sue will explain the available options, give realistic legal advice, and offer solutions specific to you.
We can help in the following 3 areas:
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We can help with:
breach of contract,
debt recovery,
letters of demand,
negotiating a settlement or resolution,
appearing, advocating and acting for you in court proceedings,
complex commercial litigation in all courts and tribunals from the Local Courts of NSW or NCAT to the Supreme Court of NSW,
preparation and drafting of pleadings and court documents,
advising on your prospects of success in going to court and next steps, and
expert or specialised advice in complex cases in niche or technical areas of law through well-established relationships with barristers.
Do you need help with a dispute or a disagreement that might end in court?
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We can:
provide advice,
prepare/draft,
check/review, or
negotiate the terms.
Do you need help with a contract, deed, or other agreement for you or your business?
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We can help with:
licence appeals,
licence suspensions - demerit point, speeding and drug,
camera offences - speeding and mobile phones,
traffic infringements, fines and other offences,
advice on preparing for court where you prefer to represent yourself, and
court agency work.
Do you need a solicitor or court lawyer to represent or appear for you in court?
About
Walnut Law is owned by Sue Walter, a solicitor who has practised law since 1999.
She is a member of The Law Society of New South Wales and her legal qualifications are:
Bachelor of Arts and Laws (1998) - University of Sydney
Diploma of Legal Practice (1999) - The College of Law
Admitted to the Supreme Court of NSW and the High Court of Australia
Legal Practice Management Course (2026) - The College of Law
Sue has experience across a broad range of commercial disputes, from the local courts of NSW to the Supreme Court of NSW to the High Court of Australia.
As Prosecutor for Transport for NSW, she has appeared as a court lawyer in various transport and driver licence-related hearings and appeals at local and district courts of NSW.
While she is happy to assist clients in litigation where needed, she is also passionate about commercial decision-making and negotiating resolution of disputes before they escalate so that people can get on with their lives.
Outside Walnut Law, Sue is the Senior Legal Counsel and in-house lawyer for Maitland City Council, a role she values for the ability to help the people in the local community. She handles a broad range of legal advice, court work, as well as the drafting and negotiating of agreements.
Having previously owned her own small businesses, she understands the commercial demands of owning a small business. Sue is also a Mum, a qualified Nutritionist, and a soap-maker. She is passionate about her beautiful family, good health and nature, and the right of every person to be who they are.
What People are Saying….
....The best legal advice in Australia. Compassionate, caring, and trustworthy. Specifically, Sue Walter - thank you for always being a beacon of support and professionalism. Your dedication, expertise, and genuine concern for your clients set you apart. Your advice and guidance have been invaluable, and your compassion in handling sensitive matters is deeply appreciated. I highly recommend Sue Walter....to anyone seeking top-tier legal assistance.' - Client
‘Dear Sue, Thank you for your advice, and most importantly encouragement. Live a beautiful life - warm wishes…’ - Client