WILLIAM ARAQUE
DIRECTOR
William has more than 30 years experience in negligence based claims specifically in areas of personal injuries, professional indemnity, negligence, complex claims and general commercial litigation.
William has advised insurers, self-insured clients and government insurance managers on issues of liability, indemnity and recovery as well as acted for the ordinary injured man in the street resulting from motor vehicle accidents, workplace accidents, dog bite incidents and public liability claims (slipping and falling in public places).
He also has considerable experience defending insured clients on issues of liability and negligence claims and has worked closely with insurers, self-insurers, insured clients, medical practitioners, health professionals and hospitals (both public and private).
He enjoys spending time and travelling with his wife, son and daughter, as well as watching rugby, cricket, golf and AFL.
He has two Bachelor of Law degrees, a Masters of Law and obtained two certificates of qualification in Arbitration and Corporate Law.
KARL ELS
DIRECTOR
Karl has been in practice for more than 30 years and has gained extensive expertise and experience in all aspects of personal injury law. He has dealt with many complex matters arising from motor vehicle accidents, professional negligence, public liability and workers’ compensation claims, achieving the best possible results for his clients.
He has a Bachelor of Law degree, a postgraduate LLB and has also attained an MBA from the Australian Institute of Business.
In his spare time he is an avid sailor and also enjoys golf, fishing and mountain biking.
DANIEL ELS
ASSOCIATE
Daniel joined the team in January 2020 after graduating from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor of Laws and Commerce (Economics). He has recently been admitted as a Lawyer in the Supreme Court and is looking to build his career in personal injury.
Daniel seeks to provide a client-focused service and aims at delivering the best outcomes for clients in their claims. He is approachable, understanding and will fight to protect your interests.
He enjoys running, hockey and bouldering. On the weekends you will find him at the footy or in one of Perth’s many cafes.
LACHLAN CASEY
LAWYER
Lachlan completed a Bachelor of Laws at Murdoch University and was admitted as a lawyer in the Supreme Court of Western Australia in October 2021. Lachlan gained experience working at a national personal injury firm before joining the team at A&E Legal in May 2022.
Lachlan assists clients with motor vehicle accident, workers’ compensation, public liability, medical negligence, and criminal injuries compensation claims. Lachlan takes pride in assisting clients navigate their claims and ensuring that their legal rights are protected.
In his spare time, he enjoys playing basketball, tennis and guitar.
SHARNI SIMMONDS
LAWYER
Sharni is has completed a Double Bachelor of Criminology and Law with Edith Cowan University and was admitted as a lawyer in the Supreme Court of Western Australia in December 2022.
She has assisted our lawyers in Workers’ Compensation, Criminal Injuries Compensation, Public Liability, Medical Negligence and Motor Vehicle Accident Claims for approximately 4.5 years as a Paralegal and WorkCover WA Registered Agent prior to her admission.
In her spare time, she enjoys catering to her pets, playing Netball and spending time with friends.
NIDHI PAREKH
ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT
Nidhi joined the team in January 2023. She is the office Administration Assistant and takes care of the day to day working of the firm. Her responsibilities include providing administrative support to the lawyers, managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling correspondence with clients and other legal and medical professionals.
Nidhi is currently converting her Indian law degree at Murdoch University. She has previously worked in Mumbai, India as a Commercial Lawyer and has completed Masters of Commercial Law from Monash University, Melbourne. She is interested in personal injury law and is determined to work towards getting the best result for our clients.
In her free time, Nidhi likes to play the keyboard, sing and spend time with her family and friends.
