RMB Lawyers has announced that well-established local practice Russoniello Lawyers will join the firm from 30 March 2026, marking an important expansion across Wollongong and Kiama.
After more than three decades serving the Wollongong community, Russoniello Lawyers has built a strong reputation for integrity, personal service and long-standing client relationships.
RMB Lawyers Managing Partner Craig Osborne OAM said the firm was proud to welcome Russoniello Lawyers and continue its legacy.
“Russoniello Lawyers is a practice built on integrity, personal service and long-standing client relationships,” Mr Osborne said.
“Our focus is to honour the legacy they have created while providing clients with the additional support, resources and expertise that come with being part of a larger firm.”
The move strengthens RMB Lawyers’ presence across the Illawarra and enhances its ability to support individuals, families and businesses with services including property law, conveyancing, and wills and estates.
Founder of Russoniello Lawyers, Matteo (Matt) Russoniello, said the decision was guided by the long-term interests of his clients.
“Over the years we’ve acted for multiple generations of the same families,” Mr Russoniello said. “It was important to ensure our clients would continue to receive the care and attention they are used to, and joining RMB Lawyers ensures those clients will continue to be supported into the future.”
Continuity for existing clients remains a priority. Mr Russoniello will continue working with clients from RMB Lawyers’ Crown Street office in Wollongong alongside long-time secretary Kristy Elliott.
Solicitor Sarah Thatcher will continue supporting clients primarily from RMB Lawyers’ Kiama office as part of the Property Law and Wills & Estates teams and will also be available in Wollongong as required.
RMB Lawyers looks forward to this next chapter and continuing to serve the Wollongong and Kiama communities.
Left to Right: Craig Osborne, Sarah Thatcher, Matteo Russoniello and Kristy Elliot