Our attorneys are not only outstanding legal minds — they are committed advocates who invest deeply in every client's outcome. Each member of our team brings specialist expertise, practical experience, and a personal dedication to justice that sets Crescent Stone apart.
Victoria Stone co-founded Crescent Stone Legal Solution in 2012 after a distinguished early career at two of Perth's leading commercial litigation firms. With over 18 years of legal experience, she is widely regarded as one of Western Australia's most formidable courtroom advocates.
Victoria specialises in high-stakes criminal defence and complex civil litigation, with a particular reputation for her strategic approach to evidence, her command of procedure, and her ability to communicate complex legal positions with clarity and authority. She has appeared before the Supreme Court of Western Australia, the Court of Appeal, and the Federal Court.
Robert Crescent brings over 20 years of corporate and commercial law experience to his role as Senior Partner. Before co-founding Crescent Stone, Robert served as General Counsel for two ASX-listed mining companies — experience that gives him an unparalleled understanding of the commercial legal needs of businesses operating in WA's resources sector.
His practice focuses on complex mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, mining and resources agreements, and high-value commercial disputes. Robert is known for his incisive deal-making ability, his extensive network within the WA business community, and his skill in resolving complex commercial disputes efficiently and effectively.
Amelia Walsh joined Crescent Stone in 2014 and was elevated to Partner in 2019, having established herself as one of the region's most skilled and tenacious criminal defence advocates. She has represented clients in matters ranging from summary offences in the Magistrates Court to serious indictable offences tried in the District and Supreme Courts of Western Australia.
Her 2022 WA Bar Association award for excellence in criminal defence reflects the extraordinary quality of her courtroom advocacy and her meticulous approach to building a defence. Amelia is particularly respected for her work in drug-related offences, assault matters, and the appellate jurisdiction.
Nathan Hughes leads Crescent Stone's transactional corporate law practice with a focus on mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and venture capital transactions. Prior to joining the firm, Nathan was an associate at a top-tier Sydney firm where he worked on landmark cross-border deals across the Asia-Pacific region.
His deep transactional expertise, combined with a thorough understanding of WA's resources, agriculture, and technology sectors, makes him an exceptional advisor for businesses at critical growth junctures. Nathan is also a sought-after speaker on corporate governance best practices for boards of regional WA companies.
Sofia Martinez is one of Kalgoorlie's most highly regarded family law practitioners. Her practice encompasses the full spectrum of family law — from separation, divorce, and children's matters to complex multi-jurisdictional property disputes involving significant assets and international elements.
Sofia is a trained family dispute resolution practitioner and a committed advocate for resolving matters in a way that minimises conflict and protects the long-term wellbeing of any children involved. She is known for her empathetic communication style, her thoroughness in preparation, and her composure and effectiveness in contested hearings.
James Blackwood joined Crescent Stone's immigration team in 2019 and has rapidly built a strong reputation for his deep knowledge of Australia's complex visa framework and his skill in navigating the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. He has a particular focus on regional skilled migration, employer sponsorships, and visa cancellation and merits review.
Having studied and worked internationally, James brings a genuine understanding of the challenges faced by migrants navigating Australia's immigration system. His clients consistently praise his accessibility, clarity of communication, and his ability to find creative pathways in seemingly difficult immigration situations.
Rachel Turner manages Crescent Stone's high-volume residential and commercial conveyancing practice with exceptional efficiency and attention to detail. She has settled hundreds of property transactions across Western Australia's Goldfields region, developing an intimate knowledge of local title issues, environmental considerations, and the unique aspects of the Kalgoorlie property market.
Beyond conveyancing, Rachel handles commercial lease negotiations, strata disputes, and property development documentation. Her clients — which include first homebuyers, property investors, commercial landlords, and property developers — rely on her to make complex property transactions smooth, clear, and worry-free.
Daniel Park is a dedicated employment law practitioner with a strong record of achieving favourable outcomes for both employees and employers in the Fair Work Commission and the Federal Court of Australia. Prior to joining Crescent Stone, Daniel worked as an industrial relations advisor to a major mining enterprise, giving him exceptional insight into workplace issues in WA's resources sector.
His practice covers unfair dismissal and general protections claims, enterprise agreement bargaining and approval, workplace health and safety compliance, and the resolution of complex discrimination and harassment matters. Daniel is known for his direct, practical advice and his ability to manage emotionally sensitive matters with composure and empathy.