Your legal journey begins here, here's what you can expect

It all starts with an initial consultation, where you’ll get to know us, and we’ll get to know you. From there, your tailored plan may involve negotiation, mediation, or, if necessary, Court proceedings. The goal is to reach agreements as efficiently as possible, without going to Court. Your dedicated family lawyer can make a significant difference in achieving a positive outcome and starting a new chapter in your life.

Book a call or consult

Start with a free 15-min discovery call, then have a comprehensive 90-min initial consultation.

Initial consultation

Connect with your family lawyer in person, online or by telephone for a comprehensive consult.

Your unique plan

Equipped with the information we need, we'll collaboratively develop your plan and next steps.

Implement strategy

We'll work with you to finalise your matter adaptively, efficiently and cost-effectively.

Resolution

Embrace a future filled with certainty and comfort, and move on with your life.

Start your journey today with a free discovery call

Arrange your complimentary call with our experienced family lawyers to explore how we can assist you. Navigating with empathy and expertise, we listen, understand, and guide you towards a resolution.

Specialising only in Family Law

Expert advice

Accredited specialists in family law with 35+ experience.

Fixed fees

A clear and upfront fixed fee structure from the very start.

Australia-wide

We're based in NSW but can assist families anywhere in Australia.

Award-winning

Our team is nationally recognised as leading Family Law.

Discover your legal pathways with our free, online quiz

Ready to make a start? You’ve come to the right place. Our online systems allow you to get started anywhere, any time. We use Artificial Intelligence to give you information that is:

Meet our award-winning team

Our award-winning team stands ready to guide you through the legal process and support you every step of the way.

Solicitor Director

Sheree Orbell

Practice Leader

Kate O’Grady

Practice Leader – Northern Beaches

Janine Goodwin

Practice Leader

Bronwyn Dwyer

Senior Associate

Ollie Najdenska

Senior Associate

Emmy Langmaid

Senior Associate

Amelia Cox

Senior Associate

Lucus Fiorenza

Senior Associate

Savanna Bull

Solicitor

Elizabeth Aquilina 

Solicitor

Lily Sanders

Solicitor

Georgia Spencer

Paralegal

Mia Eddy

Legal Secretary

Michelle McKinna

Legal Secretary

Nerida Wright

Legal Secretary

Lucie Lister

Legal Secretary

Nicolette Fischer

Legal Secretary

Summah Boyd

Commercial Director

Shayne Orbell

Finance

Jessica Fitt

Accounts and Administration Assistant

Donna Coffey

Discover our services

Our award-winning team stands ready to guide you through the legal process and support you every step of the way.

Financial matters
Divorce & separation
Children & parenting
Splitting assets
Dispute resolution
Child support
Prenups & agreements
Spouse maintenance
International family law
Mediation services

Learn more about us

We will help guide you through the process, so that you can begin the next chapter in your life.

Our Story

Discover the story behind Orbell Family Lawyers.

Our Process

Your legal journey begins here, this is what you can expect.

Our fees

Your guide to our upfront pricing and fixed-fee consults.

FAQs

A starting point to help answer some common queries.