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Jennifer (Jen) started Studio Legal in 2010. Her dedication to her craft and hard work has seen Studio Legal become a ‘go to’ firm for creative people and businesses in Australia.

With nearly 20 years’ legal experience as well as being a business owner and creative herself (google Jen Tutty DJ!), Jennifer gets the legal, commercial and creative pressures faced by her clients, and is able to effortlessly solve a myriad of legal problems strategically, effectively and with an empathetic touch.

When she’s not in the office, you will find Jen walking on the beach, doing yoga, drinking wine, or hanging out with her family and close friends. You may also find Jen behind the decks (in a rare set) if you are really lucky!

With a passion for the arts, innovation and expression, Harry practises across general commercial, property and intellectual property law and provides clear, practical advice to clients across a diverse range of the creative industries.

As well as holding a Bachelor of Arts and a Juris Doctor (Law), Harry has previously operated his own business. He uses this business experience to understand what makes his clients tick as well as the challenges they face in their industry.

Harry sits as a board member at not-for-profit record label Music in Exile. Outside of work, he will be out watching bands, hanging out with his gal, playing guitar or records, building something or spending time gardening or in nature.

Organisation, innovation and a knack for keeping everything running smoothly are among Sara’s strengths. As Head of Practice Operations at Studio Legal, Sara oversees the firm’s daily operations, bringing together people, processes and technology so the team can focus on delivering exceptional legal services.

With a Bachelor of Business, a Diploma in Interior Design and over 20 years’ experience in music, events, Sara brings commercial insight, creativity and practical know-how to her role. Having also pursued her own interior design ventures, she understands the creative industries from the inside out. Her diverse background and passion for improving systems and client experiences help keep Studio Legal running efficiently, collaboratively and with plenty of personality.

A natural problem-solver who loves planning, finding smarter ways of working and making things happen, Sara is passionate about creating a workplace where colleagues and clients feel supported, making even the busiest days feel manageable.

Outside the office, Sara enjoys life on the Mornington Peninsula with her husband, two teenage boys and Moritz, the family Mini Schnauzer. She loves discovering a great TV series, watching independent cinema, unwinding with a video game and occasionally letting loose on a dance floor.

Sebastian advises creative and technology businesses, founders and individuals across intellectual property, commercial and employment law. His work spans contracts and strategic advice through to negotiations and disputes, helping clients protect their work, manage business relationships and navigate difficult decisions.

His intellectual property practice includes Australian and international trade mark portfolios, oppositions, co-existence agreements and copyright and ownership disputes. He also advises on commercial contracts for creative and technology businesses, including software platforms, agencies and independent collaborators.

In employment matters, Sebastian advises on restructures, redundancies and terminations, represents employers and employees in the Fair Work Commission, and negotiates settlements. He also works with the firm’s disputes team on court proceedings.

Before law, Sebastian worked as a booking agent, manager and promoter. That experience, together with his degrees in law and commerce, informs his understanding of the industries his clients work in and the pressures of running a business.

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Julian assists Studio Legal clients in commercial dispute and litigation matters including contractual disputes, shareholder disputes, consumer law disputes and employment disputes.

With a level head and passion for the law, Julian prides himself on providing practical, clear and cost-efficient legal services to clients, underpinned by thorough consideration of the law and the client’s objectives and needs both commercially and personally. Julian’s diligence and legal services are highly regarded by both clients and fellow legal practitioners.

When Julian’s not knee deep in case law or being confused with surfers and musicians while traveling the Greek islands, he enjoys watching basketball religiously and reading anthropology novels.

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Having spent the past 20 years working in hospitality operations and management, Zok enjoys using his well-refined management and ‘ops’ skills to support and strengthen the Studio Legal business and team.

In addition to his work for Studio Legal, Zok works behind the scenes in production in Melbourne's bustling film industry, is an active and leading advocate for the hospitality industry and maintains the position of Secretary on the board of the Chapel Street Precinct Association (CSPA).

When he’s not working, you will find Zok DJ-ing at Melbourne’s best clubs and bars, kicking the footy with his two kids, cooking his family another beautiful meal and trying desperately to get down the coast to go surfing.