About us

Managing Director – Accredited Specialist Family Law
Amanda is the Managing Director of ALA Law. She is an Accredited Specialist in Family Law, Mediator, Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, Collaborative Family Lawyer, Sessional Academic, Public Speaker and Author. She is also the CEO of The Family Law Eductaion network of Australia and Cahir and Board person on many family law related boards and advisory panels.

Amanda has been working in Family Law for over 20 years and has extensive experience in all facets of Family Law, Wills and Estates, Care and Protection and Conveyancing.

Partner – Accredited Specialist Family Law, Mediator, FDRP
Rosemary, a Partner at ALA Law, brings her expertise as an Accredited Specialist in Family Law, along with her roles as a Mediator and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner. Known for her straightforward, no-nonsense approach and robust advocacy skills, Rosemary excels in handling complex family law cases, especially those involving property and children. Her meticulous attention to detail and strong advocacy make her an invaluable asset to her clients, who often describe her as a formidable ally in navigating their family law matters.

Partner – Accredited Specialist Family Law, Mediator
Bernadette brings over 18 years of expertise to complex family law cases, earning recognition as an Accredited Specialist in Family Law. She is a respected member of the Law Society of New South Wales and holds admissions to both the Supreme Court of New South Wales and the High Court of Australia. As an active board member of the Parramatta District Law Society, Bernadette is deeply involved in the legal community. Her approach to family law is resolution-focused, backed by a comprehensive understanding of the field. Clients often describe her as compassionate, composed, and highly knowledgeable, attributes that make her an exceptional advocate in family law matters.

Special Counsel - Accredited Specialist Family Law
Nicole, a Special Counsel and Accredited Specialist in Family Law. With over a decade of experience in Family Law, Wills and Estates, Estate Litigation, and Conveyancing, she has honed her advocacy skills representing clients. Nicole is passionate about working with clients to untangle complex legal challenges. Her comprehensive approach and diverse experience enable her to analyse legal issues from multiple perspectives and anticipate a broad spectrum of potential concerns. Dedicated to lifelong learning, Nicole continually expands her legal expertise and knowledge in other areas. As a proud member of the Wiradjuri people, she brings a unique and valuable perspective to her legal practice. Nicole's clients describe her as meticulous, focussed, driven and particular, as someone who thrives on complex matters.

Senior Associate - Accredited Specialist in Family Law
Carli, an accomplished Family Lawyer and an Accredited Specialist in Family Law. She is also renowned as a fierce advocate for her clients. Recognized for her tenacity, Carli is deeply committed to protecting victims of family violence. She pursues the right outcomes in family law matters with unwavering dedication. As a member of the Law Society of NSW, with admissions to the Supreme Court of New South Wales and the High Court of Australia, Carli brings over eight years of experience from leading law firms. Her robust expertise in family law is matched by her role as a steadfast ally and source of strength for many clients, offering crucial support when they need it most. Book an appointment with Carli today to receive the advice you need to hear to know the next steps in your matter and how to protect your interests

Associate

Jessica is a highly experienced wills, estates and property lawyer with over 10 years experience.
Jessica spent two years as Legal Associate to the Honourable Garry Watts AM at the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Division 1). During this time she gained a detailed knowledge of the Court’s processes and complex litigation proceedings, particularly at the appellate level. She also has experience in cases involving gender dysphoria and representing people with severe disabilities.
Jessica works diligently to provide practical guidance to clients and her diverse experience enables her to have a unique approach when resolving complex matters.
Jessica is an active member of NSW Young Lawyers and STEP NSW.

Lawyer

Before being admitted as a solicitor in the Supreme Court of NSW and the High Court of Australia in March 2023, Julia had already amassed nine years of exclusive experience in family law firms while completing her legal studies. She holds both a Bachelor of Laws and a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice, showcasing her deep understanding and commitment to the field of law.

Julia is dedicated to supporting her family law clients with empathy, diligence, and expertise, aiming to make a challenging time in their lives more manageable. Her approach combines practical experience with academic knowledge to provide comprehensive and compassionate legal assistance.

Lawyer

Stephanie has experience in family law and estate planning as well as a unique knowledge associated with financial services, banking and finance. This is due to her previous employment in the banking industry and working in large corporate firms.

This means she is the perfect choice for complicated family law property matters and estate planning for large asset holdings or complicated structures such as trusts and businesses.

Stephanie has a Bachelor of Law and Bachelor of Social Science. She is admitted to practice in NSW and the Commonwealth.

Stephanie is available to assist you with your Family Law matter