Tessa Hoogerbrugge

Tessa Hoogerbrugge is a dedicated and experienced lawyer with a strong background in Property Law and Wills & Estates. Since beginning her legal career in 2008, she has gained extensive knowledge across various areas of law, allowing her to provide clients with practical, well-rounded advice. She earned her Bachelor of Laws from Charles Darwin University and joined Wakefield Lawyers in 2017, later becoming a Partner.

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Tessa finds immense satisfaction in helping clients navigate the often-complex intersection of property law and estate planning. She is particularly passionate about working with farming families to develop succession plans that ensure smooth property transitions and long-term financial security. By facilitating these transactions during a client’s lifetime, she helps to make estate administration easier for their loved ones down the track.

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As a Partner, Tessa also plays a key role in mentoring the team and fostering a supportive, knowledge-sharing environment. She leads practice-area focused team meetings, encouraging collaboration and continuous improvement so that both staff and clients benefit from the collective experience of the firm. Her leadership style is centred on growth and development, ensuring her team has the confidence and skills to provide outstanding legal services.

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Outside of work, Tessa’s mornings start at Body Fit Training in Warragul, and her evenings are often spent indulging her creative side—sewing much of her own wardrobe. On weekends, she enjoys working on her 100-acre property in Yarragon South and spending time with her ever-growing group of nieces and nephews.

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Guiding clients through important legal decisions and seeing them gain confidence in the process is incredibly rewarding. Equally, mentoring my team and fostering a supportive environment where they can thrive is something I truly value.