Meet The Team
Director / Registered Conveyancer
Jake Evans
Born and raised in Strathalbyn on the Fleurieu Peninsula, he began his conveyancing career in Victor Harbor in 2007 and has been a Registered Conveyancer since 2013. Jake has a high level of experience in many aspects of conveyancing including residential and commercial settlements, Contract and Form 1 preparation, family transfers, leases, land divisions and retirement village transactions. Handling settlements for businesses, commercial properties and hotels for amounts in excess of $20 million, all the way to blocks of land in Andamooka, Jake has handled it all. He has built long lasting relationships with first home buyers, investors and small and large businesses and aims to ensure Houtermans Horner Conveyancing is one of the most respected Conveyancing companies in South Australia Jake holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of South Australia and outside of work he loves spending time with his family and friends, watching sport and attending live music. He has previously been a committee member of the Strathalbyn Football Club, where he was the club Secretary during their 2014 premiership winning season. He loves interactions with new and existing clients and will be more than happy to discuss any conveyancing matter.
Registered Conveyancer
Deb Clegg
Deb graduated from her Land Broking course in 1992, dux of her course, and has been employed as a Registered Conveyancer since that time. Prior to her decision to become a Licenced Land Broker, as they were then known, she worked in the Commonwealth Bank of Australia, mostly in the lending area. She has worked at well respected conveyancing firms and as a Conveyancer in law offices Clelands Lawyers, Minter Ellison and Hunt & Hunt Adelaide. Deb has a comprehensive knowledge of most matters relating to property including residential, rural and commercial properties with a particular interest in land divisions. Deb gets great job satisfaction from working with and on behalf of new and return clients, guiding them through the processes required with the goal of completing settlement with a minimum of fuss and on the scheduled date. Away from work she loves nothing better than spending time with family & friends enjoying life. She continues to be a volunteer at club netball level as she has done for over 25 years in various capacities & loves to watch most sports.
Registered Conveyancer
Joe Yates
Joe has worked in the Conveyancing Industry for more than 4 years. Coming to us from Whyalla where he worked on thousands of Settlements. After an initial career in High School Teaching, Joe now relishes the different challenges this job throws up, and enjoys researching property law, and finding solutions for his clients. He also enjoys the satisfaction of helping people through what is a stressful event in their life (buying or selling a home). Most of all he enjoys the phonecall made upon completion. Joe is active in local Church activities, enjoys the Piano, winding down with Netflix, or walking the dog when he can.
Registered Conveyancer
Amanda Gibson
Amanda brings more than 17 years of experience in the conveyancing industry, and can handle anything from house transfers to commercial transactions, as well as assisting with a wide range of services including contract and Form 1 - Vendor’s Statement preparation, land divisions, and family transfers. Registered since 2014, and with an Advanced Diploma in Financial Services, Amanda has over a decade of knowledge and a friendly, professional touch. Amanda’s career includes 13 years at an Adelaide law firm, specializing in conveyancing and securitisation matters, before transitioning to a dedicated Conveyancing firm in 2019, before joining us in 2024. She genuinely thrives on the challenges of real estate, and always aims to offer thoughtful advice, timely communication, and a truly professional service. Her goal is to provide a seamless, stress-free experience for all involved parties, whether you’re a vendor, purchaser, broker or real estate agent. You can trust Amanda to handle your conveyancing transactions efficiently, minimizing outgoings, reducing stress, and avoiding unnecessary delays. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her young children, and family.
Conveyancing Assistant
Rowena Trimboli
Rowena has extensive experience in the Conveyancing Industry. She was originally part of the Houtermans & Horner Team as a 17 year old, spending 12 years at the organisation prior to having children. Returning to the Industry at Tony Severino Conveyancers, she has enjoyed a long involvement, including seeing Tony Severino becoming part of the H&H Business early this year. Rowena enjoys the friendly and fun office environment, and the supportive team structures that enable H&H to look after their clients so well. Outside of work, she enjoys watching her girls play Club Soccer and compete in Hip Hop Dance Competitions.
Conveyancing Assistant
Amber Foster
Amber comes to Houtermans & Horner with the backing of a two-decade long career across both the Medical and Legal Industries. She has held roles in Medical Reception, Aged Care, Phlebotomy and nursing, as well as having a Diploma of Law and working in the field of Law. Born and bred in the South East (at Millicent), all of her life and career experience feed into her very pleasant demeanour, and a helpful approach based on great customer service for our clients. These days she also thrives on the learnings involved with all things conveyancing and real estate, and enjoys the teamwork and atmosphere of the Houtermans & Horner Office. Outside of work, a fun fact is that she lived in New Zealand for a few years, and adored it! In her spare time, Amber enjoys arts and crafts, as well as spending time with her family.
Receptionist / Administration
Debbi Matthews
Debbi joined the Houtermans Horner team in late 2022, after working within the real estate industry for the previous 30 years. She is always ready with a smile to welcome you into the office, or a warm greeting when you telephone us. Happily married for over 35 years with 3 grown children, when not working Debbi spends time with her family and 2 boxer dogs and loves to bake, often bringing sweet treats into the office for her colleagues.
Consultant
Michael Horner
Michael has been Conveyancing since 1984 and in the practice of Houtermans Horner since 1988. He has a wealth of experience in all facets of conveyancing and is happy to share his knowledge with all his clients. He has been recognised as a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Conveyancers (SA) for his outstanding contribution to the industry. Michael is a devoted family man with three children. His pride and joy is his Harley Davidson motorbike and loves a leisurely country ride.
Consultant
Tony Severino
Tony first gained his Conveyancing Licence in 1982. In 1987 he commenced his own Business in Tea Tree Gully, and has gained a loyal following of repeat and regular Clients, who value his expertise and professionalism. Tony is married with 3 adult children and sees this opportunity as a way of continuing to assisting his Clients well into the future.