Meet the Team

Clea Jones

Clea Jones is a highly experienced lawyer, who specialises in estate planning especially the preparation of Wills, probate applications and estate administration.

Clea also has extensive experience in top-tier commercial litigation and civil and human rights law.

Clea grew up in North Beach and graduated from the University of Western Australia where she was awarded a Bachelor of Laws with Distinction in 2014. Clea was admitted to practice in 2015 in Western Australia. Clea now resides with her family in the South West. 

Clea strives to make her advice accessible to individuals who may feel overwhelmed by the legal system. She is passionate about providing clients with personalised, straightforward and cost-effective legal advice and solutions.

Areas of Expertise

Wills and Estate Planning

Wills and estate planning are essential tools for protecting your legacy and securing your loved ones’ future. Having a clear and legally valid estate plan ensures your wishes are honoured, legal conflicts are avoided and your family is supported during a challenging time.

Clea takes the time to understand your circumstances before providing you with a comprehensive and tailored estate plan to suit your needs.  Whether you require a simple Will, are updating an existing one or require a sophisticated estate planning document that incorporates testamentary trusts (to maximize tax effectiveness, protect assets, or provide for beneficiaries with special needs), Clea will guide you through each stage of the process.

Clea can also assist with Enduring Powers of Attorney and Guardianship to ensure your financial, legal and personal decisions are made by someone you trust if you lose capacity.

Probate and Deceased Estates

Clea provides compassionate support and guidance to help you navigate probate and the legal complexities of managing a deceased estate. Whether a loved one has passed with or without a Will, or whether the estate is large or small, Clea can guide you through the process or handle the estate on your behalf. Clea regularly assists clients with estate administration advice and applying to the Supreme Court for a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration.

Commercial Litigation, Civil and Human Rights Law

Clea has a strong background in top-tier commercial litigation and civil and human rights law.

Before joining Shaddicks in 2023, Clea practised in commercial litigation at a renowned national law firm. She worked closely with partners and counsel on a range of complex high-profile disputes including general contractual, competition and consumer law and mining.

In 2017, Clea practised in civil and human rights law at the Aboriginal Legal Service of Western Australia. She specialised in working with Aboriginal clients, organisations and communities and while in the role she completed extensive cultural awareness and trauma training.

Book an appointment with Clea

Clea will provide upfront cost estimates for all her services. She will work with you to determine how to progress your matter as promptly and cost effectively as possible. Clea offers virtual and in person meetings, as well as consults by phone. Clea also offers hospital visits, if required.

Henry Burke

Henry practises mainly in family and relationships law, local government and planning law, criminal law, and commercial/property law.  

Henry graduated with the University of Notre Dame Australia in 2014 and was admitted to practice in 2015.  He has worked and practised variously as a lawyer and in house for various local governments throughout the great State of Western Australia (both in reputation and size) including in the South West and Great Southern regions and Perth metro area.  He is a member of the Family Law Practitioners Association of Western Australia and the Criminal Lawyers Association of Western Australia.

Henry takes a pragmatic approach, focusing on clear advice and timely and practical outcomes for clients.  Henry assists clients with separation, divorce, parenting arrangements, binding financial agreements, and property settlement matters, which he understands can be some of the most difficult times in life.  In commercial law, Henry assists clients with property and planning matters, leasing, contracts, business transactions and general commercial disputes.  Henry also assists with criminal law matters, including driving offences, licence issues, drink driving charges and related court appearances.

Henry enjoys travel, reading, good food and wine, golf and he likes to spend time with his family which includes Doug the dog.