Helena Barry

Helena graduated from the University of Sydney with a Juris Doctor in 2022, building upon her Bachelor of Arts majoring in Government & International Relations and Cultural Studies. Before focusing on family law, she advised clients at a generalist Northern Beaches firm, gaining valuable experience across family, disability, commercial, and estate law. This diverse background enables her to deliver strategic, well-rounded advice and practical solutions tailored to each client’s unique circumstances.

Helena is passionate about helping clients find stability and confidence when life feels uncertain. She approaches each matter with genuine empathy and clear, practical guidance, ensuring clients feel supported at every stage of their journey. As someone who has called the Northern Beaches home her entire life, she deeply values the area’s sense of connection and community. This local perspective informs her commitment to helping families achieve positive, sustainable outcomes with care and understanding.

Her expertise spans the emotional and financial complexities of separation, including drafting and advising on Binding Financial Agreements and representing clients in property settlements. Helena’s extensive commercial background in contract negotiation, leasing, and dispute resolution brings added strategic insight to her family law practice. Uniquely, her years working with people with disabilities—both as a legal volunteer and support worker—have shaped her ability to provide culturally and emotionally sensitive legal support, meeting clients exactly where they are.

Outside of work, Helena embraces the relaxed, coastal lifestyle she’s always known. She loves spending weekends at the beach with her young son and is a passionate animal and nature lover. This balance between professional dedication and personal grounding ensures that every client feels genuinely cared for, supported, and connected throughout their matter.