Elise Parker-Thomson

17/03/2026

We’re hiring! 🌿

Our growing law practice in McLaren Vale is looking for an Administration Assistant to join our friendly team for an immediate start.

We specialise in Wills & Estates, Family Law (Property) and Conveyancing, and we’re looking for someone organised, reliable and keen to grow in a professional environment.

About the role:
• Reception and general office administration
• Answering phones and managing appointments
• Opening files, data entry and file management
• Communicating with clients and other professionals

Legal office experience and knowledge of Smokeball or PEXA would be an advantage, but not essential.

This is a full-time position, however school hours or a traineeship may be considered for the right applicant.

📩 To apply, please send your cover letter, resume, two referees and academic transcript (if applicable) to: [email protected]

13/02/2026

Completing some of our mandatory continuing professional development seminars yesterday at the annual Forum with two more complex estates and taxation webinars to follow today.

22/12/2025

Great news in time for the summer break ☀️🐠🤿🏊🏻‍♀️🏄🏼‍♀️

The Jetty is officially back in action — and it’s brought a local favourite with it. The beloved pontoon has returned too, ready for sun-soaked swims, salty jumps, quiet fishing moments and those simple seaside rituals only locals know by heart.

It’s more than a jetty and a pontoon — it’s a place of childhood memories, summer evenings, and slowing down by the sea.

📷: Mat Middz

19/12/2025

Wishing our clients a safe and happy festive season 🎄

As we wrap up another busy year at Thomson & Associates, we’d like to extend a sincere thank you to our wonderful clients and colleagues for your trust, support, and collaboration throughout the year.

We rounded out 2025 with a fantastic Christmas lunch at Pizzateca 🍕—great food and even better company.

Some highlights from the year:
✨ Sonika joined us as our Admin Assistant and has already made an outstanding impact, streamlining our systems and bringing energy and care to everything she does.
✨ Haneen was promoted to Senior Solicitor, a well-deserved milestone reflecting her continued dedication, expertise, and excellent work for our clients.
✨ Elly, our PLT student, joined us in early December, and we’re looking forward to mentoring her and supporting her as she begins her legal career.
✨ Elise crossed a major item off her bucket list, diving in Palau—an unforgettable adventure in one of the world’s most beautiful underwater destinations.

We’re proud of our team and grateful for another year of growth. Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing holiday season and a wonderful start to the year ahead.

Our office is closed for the year, our doors re-opening 9:00am Monday 5 January 2026.

05/12/2025

Great night at the Mix & Jingle McLaren Vale Business & Tourism Association

14/11/2025

Last night I attended the sold-out Women Lawyers' Association of SA Christmas Drinks with the Judiciary. It was a wonderful evening, and I was pleased to bring Mr Ian Roberts as my guest.

We had the opportunity to speak with Judge Dickson, Judge Kelly, and Dimitri Tolis Tolis & Co Lawyers and to hear from the Chief Justice and Ms Eloise Hall, Co-Founder & Managing Director of the TABOO Foundation (WLASA’s chosen charity for the event).

I was also lucky enough to win a prize in the raffle, with all proceeds going directly to support the incredible work of the TABOO Foundation — a lovely bonus on top of an already inspiring evening.

I’m proud to share that Thomson and Associates will be supporting the Taboo Foundation’s Pad-It-Forward program. We will be funding one subscription for each of our women staff (three subscriptions) — at just $7 per month per subscription — to help provide essential sanitary products and hygiene support to women and girls in need.

A small commitment can have a meaningful impact, and I’m pleased that our firm is contributing to this important initiative.

07/11/2025

🎄 Join Us in Spreading the Christmas Spirit! 🎄

This year, Thomson & Associates is proud to support the Aldinga Community Centre and Care and Support - Christmas Food Appeal.

The festive season is a time for kindness, generosity, and community — a time to reach out and help those who may need a little extra support. Together, we can make a meaningful difference for local families doing it tough this Christmas.

🧺 We are now accepting donations on your behalf of non-perishable food items at our office.

📍 A collection box will be available in reception. 178 Main Road McLaren Vale
📅 Last day to donate: Thursday, 4 December 2025 — so we can deliver everything in time for the appeal.

Every item, big or small, helps bring a bit of hope and joy to someone’s Christmas table.

Let’s give back to the community that gives so much to us. 💛

05/11/2025

New protections in place

Think using AI to generate embarrassing pictures of your ex is no big deal? Think again.

From today, new laws criminalise the creation and distribution of humiliating, degrading or invasive depictions that have been artificially generated (commonly known as deepfakes).

Serious penalties apply, including fines and prison.

To learn more, visit https://lawhandbook.sa.gov.au/ch12s09s03s02.php or call 1300 366 424 for free legal information and advice today.

10/10/2025

Haneen Haddad will be sharing her insights at this local event.

🌿 We’re honoured to be guest speakers at “Dying to Know” 🌿

I will be speaking on the important topics of wills, estate planning, and probate.

📅 Join us for an informative evening designed to provide practical advice on preparing for the future.
📍 McLaren Vale Bowling Club

✨ We’d love to see you there!

⏩Please remember to RSVP by emailing [email protected] with number of attendees

10/10/2025

The South Australian Parliament has passed a law to ban claim farming.

When it commences, the law will criminalise contacting an individual who may have a personal injury claim for the purposes of encouraging them to lodge a claim. It will also ban giving and receiving a potential claimant's personal details for profit.

Some exceptions exist to allow legitimate claim referrals and advertising to continue.

Remember: complaints about lawyers can be made to the Legal Profession Conduct Commissioner https://lpcc.sa.gov.au/

For free and confidential legal information and advice, call 1300 366 424 during business hours.

26/09/2025

🌿 We’re honoured to be guest speakers at “Dying to Know” 🌿

Our Senior Solicitor, Haneen Haddad , will be speaking on the important topics of wills, estate planning, and probate.

📅 Join us for an informative evening designed to provide practical advice on preparing for the future.
📍 McLaren Vale Bowling Club

This is a wonderful opportunity to ask questions and gain insights into planning with confidence and peace of mind.

✨ We’d love to see you there! Please remember to RSVP