Nicole Evans · Managing Director
Sam Lewis · Principal Director
Karen Oliveira · Practice Director
Madeleine Patrizi · Senior Associate
Chloe Pack · Senior Associate
Madeleine Geoghegan · Associate
Alyssa Maschmedt · Law Graduate
Taniel Betchakjian · Senior Paralegal
Claire Smojver · Paralegal
How we can help you
Five specialist practice areas, each with a dedicated team and a clear roadmap from your very first meeting.
01 — Practice areaFamily Law
Extensive experience in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, from negotiated settlements to complex litigation.
- Divorce & separation
- Parenting arrangements
- Property settlement
- Spousal maintenance
- Consent orders
- Financial agreements
- Children's Court care & protection
- Family Court litigation
02 — Practice areaCriminal Law
Representation across the full spectrum of criminal matters, from Local Court appearances through to appeals.
- AVOs
- Assault
- Drug offences
- Theft & fraud
- Firearms
- Bail applications
- Appeals
- ASIC prosecutions
03 — Practice areaWills & Estates
Estate planning and estate litigation led by a Doyle's Guide recommended NSW Estate Litigation Lawyer.
- Wills
- Estate planning
- Estate litigation
- Family provision claims
- Probate & administration
- Start your will online
04 — Practice areaResolution Pathways
Alternative pathways that put you in control of the outcome, while protecting your relationships and your budget.
- Negotiation
- Mediation
- Collaborative divorce
- Arbitration
- Parenting plans
- Early resolution advice
05 — Practice areaSame Sex Family Law
Specialist, understanding advice for LGBTQIA+ families — from the author of Lesbians & The Law: A Guidebook for Australian Families.
- Separation & property
- Parenting arrangements
- Family formation advice
- Rainbow Families partner
Let's work together
A clear, three-step path from your first call to resolution.
Comprehensive Consultation
A thorough initial consultation, followed by a roadmap tailored to your circumstances.
Tailored Legal Strategy
35 years of family and criminal law experience applied to your specific goals.
Representation & Resolution
Skilled negotiation or courtroom advocacy — whatever achieves the best outcome.
Ready to talk it through?
Confidential, compassionate advice — the earlier, the better.