Qualifications
- Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Victoria University
- Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice, College of Law
- Admitted to Supreme Court of Victoria
- Admitted to High Court of Victoria
Overview And Experience
Samantha graduated with Honours from Victoria University and has dedicated her career to the practice of family law. She brings a calm, compassionate, and client-focused approach to all aspects of her work. Samantha’s academic achievements include the completion of her Honours dissertation on the enforcement of parenting orders within the Australian legal system, a topic that reflects her strong interest in the practical challenges facing families navigating separation and parenting arrangements.
With a warm and empathetic nature, Samantha supports her clients through what are often emotionally charged and complex circumstances. She is committed to providing practical, strategic advice and guiding clients toward outcomes that are child-focused, fair, and sustainable.
Representative Experience
Samantha has experience across a broad range of family law matters, including parenting disputes, property settlements, divorce, Binding Financial Agreements, and child support issues. She is particularly passionate about parenting matters and ensuring that children’s best interests remain at the centre of the legal process. Her focus is on helping families reach resolution efficiently and respectfully, without unnecessary conflict.
Life Experience
Samantha’s life experience as a mother has been a strong influence on her approach to family law. She understands the real-world pressures and emotions that families face, and this insight shapes the way she supports her clients. Her ability to genuinely connect with people and her practical understanding of parenting dynamics allow her to offer advice that is both legally sound and personally meaningful. Samantha believes that good family lawyers need more than legal knowledge, they need patience, perspective, and emotional intelligence. These are qualities she draws from her own life every day.
Personal Life
Outside of her legal work, Samantha enjoys fishing, a hobby that has taught her the value of patience, resilience, and timing. She often reflects on the parallels between fishing and family law, both require preparation, calm under pressure, and knowing when to wait and when to act. This mindset supports the steady, thoughtful approach she brings to her legal practice.
Samantha’s combination of legal expertise, lived experience, and down-to-earth nature makes her a trusted and approachable advocate for her clients.