The Moonee Valley Conveyancing team
Laura Raso, Principal & Founding Director
Laura Raso is a Licensed Conveyancer with over 25 years’ experience in conveyancing and property law. She holds a Certified Practising Conveyancer (CPC), issued by the Australian Institute of Conveyancers. (Vic. Div.)
Laura worked at Melbourne’s top law firms for many years, before opening Moonee Valley Conveyancing and Darebin Conveyancing. She loves getting to know her clients and helping them through every step of their property transaction.
As the Principal Conveyancer, Laura oversees all conveyancing files from contract reviews through to settlements.
Laura reviews purchase contracts and ensures buyers’ interests are protected at all times. She also prepares / reviews all Contracts of Sales for sellers to the highest standard. Laura has extensive experience working with developers to prepare complex Plans of Subdivision.
‘Laura and the team were a great support with our buying and selling needs. They made my whole experience easy to understand and offered plenty of support throughout the process.’ Samantha
Rachel Doubleday, Licensed Conveyancer
Rachel is a passionate and experienced Licensed Conveyancer with almost 20 years in the legal industry.
With Rachel’s vast understanding of all areas of conveyancing combined with her professional, customer-first approach, she confidently guides clients through the entire conveyancing process with ease. Rachel encourages clients to ask questions and firmly believes every question is valuable and worth asking. It’s no wonder clients describe Rachel as approachable, informative and dedicated.
In her free time, Rachel enjoys cooking, cleaning (yes, it's a hobby!), reading, listening to music, baking, socialising and shopping. She's a proud Hawks supporter, and follows F1 and horse racing.
‘Rachel was so helpful in guiding us through a tricky settlement. She was knowledgeable and reassuring and a pleasure to deal with.’ Natalie
Rebecca Camilleri, Conveyancer - Currently on Maternity Leave
Rebecca is a knowledgeable, friendly and approachable conveyancer who excels at guiding clients through the process from start to finish.
Early in Rebecca’s career as a legal assistant, she developed superior organisational skills which clients benefit from today. Witnessing clients’ excitement at settlement, knowing everything fell into place asplanned, always brings Rebecca a thrill. Her advice to anyone seeking a conveyancer is to ask questions until you completely understand the process.
Off-duty, Rebecca’s young child, partner & pooch keep her busy, otherwise you will find her spending time with girlfriends and exploring Victoria.
Elsie Chieng - Licensed Conveyancer
Elsie brings a wealth of experience to her role in conveyancing, having gained deep insights into the process through both hands-on work and comprehensive training. As a qualified licensed conveyancer, Elsie is dedicated to ensuring that each property settlement is executed seamlessly, offering clients peace of mind through her meticulous attention to detail and proactive problem-solving skills. She enjoys applying her expertise to help clients resolve issues and ensure smooth property settlements.
In addition to her professional expertise, she is proficient in reading and writing Mandarin and is also fluent in Foo Chow and have a good understanding of Cantonese.
Outside of work, Elsie is a nature lover who finds joy in exploring the great outdoors. With a passion for hiking, bushwalking, badminton and bouldering, she frequently embarks on road trips to experience the beauty of diverse landscapes and connect with nature.
Makayla Mastromauro, Conveyancing Assistant
Makayla is enthusiastic, organised and is as committed to her role as she is to her studies.
Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Laws, Makayla combines her academic knowledge with practical experience to provide exceptional support as our Conveyancing Assistant.
Makayla’s prompt and friendly manner supports our clients in every way possible ensuring they have a smooth, stress-free journey.
Outside of work, Makayla enjoys cooking, spending time with friends and soaking up the joys of performing arts.
Selma Kotoski, Marketing, HR & Business Operations Coordinator
Selma has a passion for all things property, whether it be buying, selling, styling, building or developing.
Selma has gained valuable experience in conveyancing, where she effectively managed files from initiation to final settlement as well as gained a deep understanding to support and address client inquiries. This experience has prepared her to step into the role of Marketing, HR & Business Operations Coordinator, where she applies her diverse skills to enhance various aspects of company operations
Selma’s interests include travelling, cooking, entertaining family and friends and if she’s not watching her son play soccer on the weekends, you will find her camping in the bush.
Selma has perfected the art of making olive and halloumi bread, which the team enjoys devouring.
Sam Raso, Business Manager
A background in Supply Chain Management & Planning, Sam has worked for large organisations including; Ford, Delphi (GM) & Lion Nathan. Sam brings to Moonee Valley Conveyancing a strong skill set which includes; business administration, process management and strategic and tactical business planning.
Sam’s role as Business Manager covers all non-conveyancing aspects of the business including sales and marketing, I.T., payroll, accounts receivable and payable, and recruitment and HR.
Sam is a passionate Collingwood supporter whose interests include soccer, tennis, travelling, property development and share investment and attending his children’s sporting activities.