text: At the other end of the legal process, new appointee Matthew Wicks brings a unique experience to the Commercial Team and a significant improvement to the firm’s batting average. A long-term Novocastrian and Newcastle District cricketer, Matthew specialises in general commercial, commercial property and commercial disputes, with experience gained both in Australia and the United Kingdom. Matthew’s breadth of experience gives his clients the benefit of advice that takes in more than one perspective, helping his clients achieve practical, commercially sensible solutions across a range of matters.
  “Joining Baker Love is a great career move for me as it allows me to build my experience across a number of practice areas and work with individual and business clients in Newcastle and the Hunter,” Matthew said.
  “I am excited to be joining a firm with such a long and proud history, and working with such a talented and dedicated group of practitioners.”
  Zasco von Rooyen is Baker Love’s newest appointee. Zasco has a strong background in residential and commercial property law, as well as significant experience in business sales and general commercial matters. Zasco’s experience adds depth to an already strong property team working in an exciting time of growth in the property and business markets in Newcastle and the Hunter.
  “Property law and transactions can be challenging. Attention to detail is paramount, and clients rely on you to protect their interests every step of the way. To me, currently studying for my Masters of Applied Law (Property), it is also fascinating,” Zasco said.