About

Welcome to Salt & Stone Lawyers

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Salt & Stone Lawyers is a client-focused Northern Rivers law firm offering clear, practical advice with a personal touch. Guided by a Principal with 20 years’ local legal experience supporting residents, developers, farmers and business owners across Byron Bay, Bangalow, Ballina, Alstonville, Lennox Head, Lismore, Mullumbimby, Brunswick Heads, Ocean Shores and surrounds, we provide trusted support with services including conveyancing, leasing and commercial matters, as well as estate planning and probate. Our approach is grounded in trust, warmth, efficiency and expertise.

Meet Lauren Donnellon

Lauren Donnellon is the Principal of Salt & Stone Lawyers, providing legal services to individuals, families and businesses throughout Lennox Head and the surrounding Northern Rivers region, including Ballina, Byron Bay and Bangalow.

With more than twenty years of experience, Lauren practices in conveyancing and property law, business and commercial law, wills and estate planning, and probate and estate administration.

Clients searching for a local lawyer in the Northern Rivers region choose Salt & Stone Lawyers because of Lauren’s reputation for trust, warmth, efficiency and expertise. She understands that legal matters often arise at important moments in life, including buying, selling or subdividing property, starting or settling a business, entering into commercial agreements or loan contracts, leasing commercial premises, planning an estate or succession of business, or dealing with probate. Her focus is on providing clear advice, careful attention to detail and a supportive approach.

Known for her calm and practical advice, Lauren combines deep local knowledge with a warm, client-focused approach. She is trusted for clear communication, efficient service and expert guidance, helping clients navigate important decisions with confidence and care.

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Nathaniel Ertz

A local of the Northern Rivers, Nathaniel is an aspiring legal professional completing a legal services traineeship. He has been accepted to the University of New England to study law and is currently building essential legal knowledge and practical experience ahead of commencing his degree.

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The office mascots

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