JASON MOODY - PRINCIPAL
Admitted in 1996
As the Principal Lawyer of Moody Law, Jason is responsible for the entire practice. Jason is a partner with over 20 years of experience in the industry and private practice working in Sydney, London and New York City.
Jason is a recognised leader in his field. He combines his extensive litigation experience with his commercial experience to get the best outcomes for his clients.
Jason has run claims against multinationals such as NTT Communications and CBS TV and institutions such as the Catholic Church, the Anglican Church and State and Regional Government departments in NSW, Queensland, Victoria, WA, SA and Tasmania.
Jason says "I am so proud of the work we do and it is a privilege to help people find their voice and get justice in circumstances that are often very private and complex. Every person is different, every journey is different and that is how we treat each and every one of our clients."
Jason has acted on over 500 complex child sexual abuse cases from start to finish and has advised on a further 1,000 cases.
Practice Areas
Litigation, Psychiatric Claims, Commercial and Corporate.
Qualifications
Master of Laws (University of Sydney)
Bachelor of Economics
Admitted to Practice in NSW
Admitted to Practice Federal and High Court of Australia
THAM DAO - SPECIAL COUNSEL
Admitted in 1997
As Special Counsel, Tham brings decades of experience in litigation and alternative dispute resolution. Building and leading specialised teams to resolve commercial, administrative law and professional misconduct disputes, Tham is committed to ensuring just and optimal outcomes for her clients.
Tham’s extensive work in public service combined with her passion for social justice makes her an ideal advocate for those who need it the most. “There is nothing more rewarding than what we do here at Moody Law. Whilst we can’t turn back time, we pride ourselves on being able to empower and give our clients justice and closure”.
Tham also loves spending time outdoors, enjoying long hikes and beach swims with her Staffie, Frankie.
Tham is supervising and overseen progression on over 300 cases involving complex institutional historical child sexual abuse.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury, Clergy Abuse
Psychiatric Claims
Qualifications
LLB (Honours) - University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
BEN BALDEN - ASSOCIATE
A native of the United States of America, Ben brings varied experience in other areas of law to complement his current specialization within the area of personal injury and is committed in helping clients who have been sexually and physically abused as a child.
Ben is a skilled, diligent and committed lawyer with a passion for seeking restorative justice for those who have been wronged in the past. He is determined in assisting clients find a new lease on life through a thoughtful and fair legal process.
In his spare time, Ben enjoys spending time with family, traveling, reading, and enjoying the arts.
Ben has carriage on over 60 complex child sexual abuse cases.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury, Psychiatric Claims, Clergy Abuse
Qualifications
Juris Doctorate JD (Akron University-Ohio, USA)
Masters in Global Business Administration MBA (Thunderbird-AZ USA)
Bachelor's of International Studies BA (Brigham Young University-Utah, USA)
Admitted to Practice Federal and High Court of Australia 2014
Admitted to Practice in NSW 2014
Admitted to Practice in New York 2014
SARAH COLEMAN - ASSOCIATE
Sarah joined Moody Law to expand on her knowledge of the law and develop her experience in helping clients to access justice. Sarah graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work and a postgraduate Law Degree.
Prior to joining Moody Law, Sarah worked for a small law firm where she gained experience in assisting clients with estate and property matters. She hopes to use the skills and experience she gained in her current role as a Manager. Like others at Moody Law, Sarah has a passion for social justice.
In her spare time, Sarah enjoys spending time with her friends and family. She is also a loyal Giants supporter.
Sarah has carriage on 52 cases involving complicated institutional historical child sexual abuse.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury, Psychiatric Claims, Clergy Abuse
Qualifications
Bachelor of Social Work
Juris Doctor (UTS)
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice
Admitted to Supreme Court of NSW
DEBBIE CHAN - LAWYER
Debbie has completed a double degree of Bachelor of Arts (International Relations) and a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Sydney.
Debbie fervor lies in creating an impact for those who experience helplessness, as she firmly believes that even the smallest steps can result in remarkable changes. Before becoming a part of the Moody Law, Debbie completed internships at various chambers, councilor offices, and accounting firms, where her responsibilities involved doing compliance tasks and conducting in-depth legal research.
Outside of work, Debbie enjoys watching sci-fi movies, playing poker, and indulging in cooking (occasionally burning the kitchen).
Debbie has carriage on 51 complex child sexual abuse cases.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury, Psychiatric Claims, Clergy Abuse
Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts (International Relations) - USYD
Bachelor of Laws - USYD
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice
Admitted to the NSW Supreme Court
ARA CHO - LAWYER
Since graduating from the University of Sydney in 2015, Ara has dedicated her career to social justice causes. She brings years of experience in dispute resolution, particularly in financial services and disability law from not-for-profit organisations.
Ara has always had a strong desire to advocate for the vulnerable and disadvantaged communities, particularly victims of domestic violence, people with disabilities, people of ATSI backgrounds and now victims of institutional abuse.
Outside of work, Ara enjoys training in aerial sports and spending time with family and friends.
Ara has carriage on 47 complex child sexual abuse cases.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury, Psychiatric Claims
Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws (University of Sydney)
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice - College of Law
Admitted to the NSW Supreme Court
ISAAK SMITH - LAWYER
Isaak joined Moody Law over a year ago as a paralegal, working to gain legal experience while he completed his Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Laws (Honours) at Macquarie University.
Since that time, Isaak has completed his practical legal training and is now a lawyer working with Moody Law to help vulnerable individuals gain access to justice.
In his spare time, Isaak enjoys Nintendo, travel and urban transport planning.
Isaak has carriage on 43 matters involving complex institutional historical child sexual abuse cases.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury, Psychiatric Claims, Clergy Abuse
Qualifications
Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
Bachelor of Science
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice
Admitted to Supreme Court of NSW
Entitled to Practice in High Court of Australia
ISABELLE DOAN - MANAGER
Isabelle has completed a Bachelor of Criminology & Criminal Justice and Bachelor of Laws at the University of New South Wales.
She has a strong passion for advocacy and is driven by her belief in the importance of giving a voice to those who feel voiceless.
Prior to joining Moody Law, Isabelle avidly volunteered and worked with different non-profit organisations dedicated to supporting marginalised individuals and communities access justice.
Isabelle joined Moody Law to further meaningfully contribute to this purpose.
She has an eye for detail, which is essential to both the legal tasks she undertakes as a manager, and in her creative pursuits of painting and rug tufting.
Isabelle has carriage on 43 matters involving complex child sexual abuse.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury, Psychiatric Claims
Qualifications
Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Laws
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice (current)
NIAMH GIBBONS - MANAGER
Niamh is currently studying law and psychology at Macquarie University in Sydney, NSW. She is a person of integrity and dedication who always puts her client’s needs first, striving to get the possible outcome for them.
Niamh has great communication and analytical skills, who understands what is required from her clients and who is always willing to go above and beyond to seek justice for them.
In her spare time, Niamh is a keen basketball player, loves reading, and enjoys many forms of dancing.
Niamh has carriage on 35 matters involving complex child sexual abuse.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury, Psychiatric Claims
Qualifications
Bachelor of Psychology (completed)
Bachelor of Laws (studying)
TRACEY FIERTL - EXECUTIVE PARALEGAL
Tracey is an experienced manager who brings dedication and diligence to her role. She has a Master of Arts degree (History) and degrees in Human Bioscience and Australian history. Tracey has balanced raising a busy family with study and work commitments.
Tracey has completed a number of community projects related to work history including the publication of a book and has successfully nominated a historic house for listing on the NSW State Heritage Register.
Through these volunteer projects, Tracey has interacted with a wide variety of community members and continues to support the local community in heritage related research. “It is an honour to contribute to our communities in a meaningful way.”
Tracey has dealt with over 1,000 inquiries regarding child sexual abuse cases.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts
Master of Arts
KATELYN McCONVILLE - PARALEGAL
Katelyn is currently studying law at Macquarie University in Sydney, NSW. She has already completed a degree in psychology from the same institution. This unique combination of studies provides Katelyn with invaluable insight and a more sensitive approach to handling cases. Katelyn is dedicated to seeking justice and helping empower those who have been silenced.
Outside of work, Katelyn enjoys travelling, reading and spending quality time with her family, friends and cats.
Katelyn is currently working on 60 complex child sexual abuse cases.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury, Psychiatric Claims
Qualifications
Bachelor of Psychology (completed)
Bachelor of Laws (studying)
OLIVIA SPITERI - PARALEGAL
Olivia is currently studying a Bachelor of International Studies and a Bachelor of Laws at Macquarie University. She recently completed an overseas exchange at the University of Alcala in Madrid, Spain in 2023 where she developed a love for Spain and where she had an opportunity to work on her language skills and gain insight into another country’s legal system. Olivia has also a passion for travel and enjoys anything to do with music.
Olivia is a very diligent and efficient paralegal who brings and implements her growing knowledge of personal injury law, especially in relation to records and evidence, and has a keen interest in social justice and in assisting clients who have struggled throughout their life with trauma as a result of being sexually and psychically abused in an institutional setting.
Olivia is currently working on close to 100 complex child sexual abuse cases.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury, Psychiatric Claims - Clergy Abuse
Qualifications
Bachelor of International Studies (completed)
Bachelor of Laws (studying)
TRINITY STOCKWELL - PARALEGAL
Trinity is currently studying a Bachelor of Communications (Social and Political Science) and Bachelor of Law at the University of Technology Sydney. Trinity has always desired pursuing a career in social justice because she is passionate about helping people faced with disadvantage.
Trinity has worked in a variety of roles throughout her tertiary studies. Most notably, she brings a background working as a Medical Receptionist to the Paralegal role. Her work as a Medical Receptionist endows her with the communication skills and empathy required to assist in the meaningful work being done at Moody Law.
In her spare time, you will find Trinity keenly watching the Office (US edition of course), doing Pilates and representing her University in Debating.
Trinity is currently working on close to 60 complex child sexual abuse matters.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury, Psychiatric Claims, Clergy Abuse, Family Law
Qualifications
Bachelor of Communications (studying)
Bachelor of Law (studying)