Our Team
Janya Eighani
Managing Partner
Janya is a seasoned lawyer with over a decade of experience in commercial litigation, focusing on construction and commercial law. Given her extensive legal prowess, her approach combines advice with hands-on project management, guiding her clients and being present, not only when things go wrong, but planning ahead to minimise the chance of missteps. Having founded an innovative legal services model, she manages a team of virtual in-house counsel, offering comprehensive assistance throughout the project lifecycle, encompassing legal guidance and infrastructure advice.
As one of the first firms in Australia to provide legal services specifically to Startups (big and small), Janya has experience with all-things-tech and with the team assisting her, Lehman Walsh offers tailored and reliable advice and representation under its ‘Private Service’ arm, covering non-commercial legal work, including appearing and advising in all matters relating to cyber and white collar crime, AML/BSA, inquiries, national and international tax, fraud and corruption investigations.
Recognised as a thought-leader in her field, Janya frequently shares her knowledge and experiences as a speaker at various events focused on commercial and construction law. Her commitment to bridging the gap between legal expertise and practical project management has made her a respected figure in legal and business communities.
Beyond her legal practice, Janya has contributed to the legal profession in various capacities, having served as a judge at numerous startup events and is a regular adjudicator for the Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Award and the Australasian Lawyers Award.
Tracy Carr
Partner
Property is what Tracy is about, and she is into building her clients’ empires as if they were her own.
Tracy has worked extensively in New South Wales and Queensland over the last 11+ years, including in Australia’s largest top-tier international law firms, as well as in the legal team in some of Australia’s largest listed companies.
While Tracy is based in Sydney, Tracy has a strong track record of national expertise in transactional and advisory work for commercial, industrial, agricultural and retail property. She is also experienced with PEXA, Australia’s electronic conveyancing system.
Tracy regularly presents at industry seminars for the legal profession and for clients on property law issues. She has also held a number of executive and chairperson positions on committees, has undertaken a number of legal secondments, and is passionate about social justice, diversity and inclusion, mentoring and public speaking.
Clients have consistently recognised Tracy for her thorough, personable and detail-oriented approach. She is positive practical, and well-seasoned when it comes to complex matters. More formally, Tracy has received the following recognition for her career achievements and contributions to the law:
🏆 2015 ‘Emerging Leader’, Cairns Chamber of Commerce
🏆 2018 ‘Outstanding Alumni’, School of Law, Business and Governance, James Cook University
🏆 2023 ‘500 Women in Property, Property Council of Australia
Janya Eighani
Managing Partner
A seasoned lawyer with over a decade of expertise in commercial litigation, specialising in construction and commercial law. Her innovative approach integrates legal counsel with hands-on project management and extensive commercial experience. As the founder of a groundbreaking firm, she has established a virtual in-house counsel model, offering comprehensive assistance throughout the project lifecycle, encompassing legal guidance and infrastructure advice.
Beyond her legal practice, Janya has contributed to the legal community in various capacities. She has served as a judge for numerous startup events and is a regular adjudicator for the Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Award and the Australasian Lawyers Awards.
Recognised as a thought leader in her field, Janya frequently shares her knowledge and experiences as a speaker at various events focused on commercial and construction law. Her commitment to bridging the gap between legal expertise and practical project management has made her a respected figure in the legal and business communities.
Janya Eighani
Managing Partner
A seasoned lawyer with over a decade of expertise in commercial litigation, specialising in construction and commercial law. Her innovative approach integrates legal counsel with hands-on project management and extensive commercial experience. As the founder of a groundbreaking firm, she has established a virtual in-house counsel model, offering comprehensive assistance throughout the project lifecycle, encompassing legal guidance and infrastructure advice.
Beyond her legal practice, Janya has contributed to the legal community in various capacities. She has served as a judge for numerous startup events and is a regular adjudicator for the Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Award and the Australasian Lawyers Awards.
Recognised as a thought leader in her field, Janya frequently shares her knowledge and experiences as a speaker at various events focused on commercial and construction law. Her commitment to bridging the gap between legal expertise and practical project management has made her a respected figure in the legal and business communities.
