Strong legal outcomes are built on experience, commercial understanding, and practical decision-making. At Rochford Solicitors, Lelia Fallon, Director and Solicitor, brings more than three decades of experience across commercial law, banking and finance, local government, and property to clients throughout Toowoomba, the Darling Downs and Queensland.

Lelia established Rochford Solicitors in 2021, returning to Toowoomba to be closer to family and lifestyle while continuing to deliver high-quality legal services to individuals, businesses, and organisations.

Extensive Commercial and Legal Experience

Lelia’s professional career spans both private legal practice and senior roles within major financial institutions and government. Her experience includes:

• Toowoomba Regional Council (2014–2022)

• Australia and New Zealand Banking Group – ANZ (1995–2014)

• Barry Atkins Solicitor & Attorney, Toowoomba (1991–1995)

• Commonwealth Development Bank, Melbourne (1986–1988)

• Commonwealth Bank, Darwin (1984–1986)

This diverse background provides Lelia with deep insight into commercial transactions, regulatory environments, governance frameworks, and operational risk management.

She was admitted to practise as a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Victoria in 2004 and is registered as a Practitioner of the High Court of Australia.

Academic Qualifications

Lelia’s formal qualifications reflect a strong academic foundation and a commitment to professional excellence:

• Bachelor of Arts (Economics & History) – NTU

• Bachelor of Laws – Queensland University of Technology

• Master of Laws (Applied Law – Commercial Litigation) – College of Law

• Master of Laws (Applied Law – Family Dispute Resolution Practice) – College of Law

Her academic training supports analytical rigour and disciplined legal reasoning across complex matters.

A Practical, Hands-On Approach to Legal Practice

Lelia is known for her practical and structured approach to legal service delivery. Her experience includes contributing to the development of operational documentation, forms and instruction manuals that continue to be used within organisations she previously supported.

This operational mindset supports clarity, consistency and compliance across legal processes and client engagements. Clients value direct communication, transparency, and a focus on ensuring legal documentation reflects commercial reality.

Leadership and Professional Engagement

As Director of Rochford Solicitors, Lelia leads the firm with a focus on professional standards, regulatory compliance, and client service excellence. She is experienced in working collaboratively with individuals, executive leadership teams, and boards to support informed decision-making and sound governance.

Lelia is an inclusive people leader who values energy, accountability and practical problem-solving in delivering legal services.

She maintains strong professional engagement across the Toowoomba business community and broader professional networks.

Delivering Legal Services Across Queensland

Based in Toowoomba, Rochford Solicitors provides legal services to clients throughout the Darling Downs and Queensland. Under Lelia’s leadership, the firm supports clients across areas including commercial law, banking and finance, conveyancing, migration-related matters, and regulatory compliance.

Clients benefit from a solicitor who understands both regional business environments and complex commercial frameworks.

Working with Rochford Solicitors

Rochford Solicitors offers professional legal services tailored to the individual circumstances of each client.

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