Family law solicitor with a history of providing wise advice in a diverse range of family matters.Based on 30+ years of experience in private practice, most cases can be settled through negotiation. Family law matters can be difficult because of the legal issues, the facts or the people involved, or all three. My role involves translating complexity to frames that are more simple. There is a lot of practical guidance to pass on. While I offer my skills to high net worth families, business owners and professional people who are separating, remarrying or marrying for the first time (who often are looking at asset protection and business succession), I provide advice to people from all walks of life. The same applies in my role as a family mediator.My experience includes 30 years as an accredited Mediator, alongside my roles as a collaborative lawyer and litigation lawyer. Whether I am providing legal advice or acting as a mediator, my aim is to help clients obtain clarity in response to their changing circumstances, and to set up for their future. The goal of negotiating a settlement (ideally away from the Courts) and the capacity to settle cases largely depends upon the client's objectives, the lawyer’s skill set and a clear team-based strategy. With support provided by accountants and other professional advisors, the scaffolding is in place to protect the client and consider the needs of the family as a whole. My law practice looks after clients from all occupations and cultural backgrounds in parenting and financial matters, whether they are local, regional or living overseas. I can provide advice to clients who want a second opinion, or who are curious about their future and exploring a decision to separate. I frequently draft Financial Agreements for clients at the beginning of their marriage or de facto relationship. I aim to help my clients achieve practical results that stick, and I look for innovative solutions if they will work, whatever the process- mediation, collaborative or Court. I am available to help anyone in your circles looking for family law advice, or mediation, that combines strategic thinking with high levels of client care.Assistance with other areas of law upon request.