It was a simpler time.
Men’s trousers sat exceptionally high, about 3 inches above their belly buttons. Their ties were only around 6 inches long and just as wide. Smoking was still cool and Fedoras, mandatory.
Don Bradman was the biggest name in sport and the latest technical advancement was the refrigerator.
It was in this era that Ticli Blaxland was born.
Founded by sole practitioner John Eyles on 15 November 1940, it was the first law practice established in the small fishing and banana growing town, existing today.
Forged by the flames and steeled by the floods that ravaged the town that year, John Eyles went about laying the foundation for the longest-standing law firm in Coffs Harbour.
Fast-forward 80 years, through the advent of photocopiers, fax machines, cassette tapes and the fluorescent turquoise carpets of the 1970’s, and the 2020 team is building on the firm’s solid foundations.
For many years, the firm’s mantra has been “Service, Integrity, Trust” which is as relevant today as ever for the 4 talented lawyers and 7 dedicated support staff who now carry-on the firm’s traditions.
The firm’s continued success and impressive reputation has allowed it to grow into an incorporated legal practice, well-versed in a variety of different types of legal matters.
The current line-up sees Manny Wood heading Wills and Estates, James Blaxland driving Commercial Law and Antonela Josipovic focussing on Personal Injury. Practice Manager, Alison Worldon keeps all the moving parts heading in the right direction.
Manny says: “In 20 years’ time, I will be retirement age, but I am confident that I will still be part of this fantastic team, celebrating the 100-year milestone”.
Contributed by Manny Wood
