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Sheree Orbell

Solicitor Director

Sheree is a compassionate family lawyer and the founder/director of Orbell Family Lawyers, where she takes pride in offering personalised and clear guidance to families in transition. Her commitment is to provide certainty for those going through separation, ensuring they can confidently move forward with their lives.

In her professional background, Sheree has a wealth of experience as a partner specialising in family law in Sydney’s CBD. She’s adept at handling complex property transactions, international family law matters, relocation, and cases involving domestic violence. This background has equipped her to represent a diverse clientele successfully, supported by a network of associated including top barristers, mediators, and arbitrators, enabling her to enrich the service she provides at Orbell Family Lawyers.

Sheree’s approach is rooted in her care for the preservation of family relationships and the well-being of children. She is dedicated to supporting her clients through their separation with empathy and strategic insight, striving to maintain a constructive co-parenting dynamic that nurtures positive outcomes.

With over 15 years of specialised experience, Sheree’s expertise encompasses all areas of family law. She offers comprehensive advice, especially in complex matters involving financial and asset considerations, across local and international landscapes. Her focus is always on achieving the most favourable results for her clients, addressing their concerns with depth and precision.

Beyond her professional role, Sheree values a balanced life. As a business owner, lawyer, and parent, she understands the importance of a healthy work-life balance and makes it a priority to reflect this understanding in her work with clients. Her aim is to ensure that each family she assists feels supported and recognised, fostering a sense of safety and completeness as they navigate through change.

  • Law Society of NSW
  • Family Law Section of the Law Council of Australia
  • Women Lawyers Association of NSW
  • Central Coast Law Society
  • Hunter Valley Family Law Practitioners Association
  • Winner - Leading Family Lawyer in the Central Coast, Newcastle and Hunter Region 2024 and 2025 (Doyles Guide)
  • Finalist - Family Law Partners of the Year 2024 (Lawyers Weekly)
  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB Degree)
  • Admitted as a lawyer to the Supreme Court of NSW
  • Admitted as a lawyer to the High Court of Australia

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