The nature of family law demands an adviser that is a specialist in their field, particularly around issues such as the wellbeing of your children and your financial security.
As part of one of the largest family law teams in Queensland, we boast a team of dedicated and experienced family lawyers and divorce Solicitors in our Ipswich office:
• Amity Anderson, Legal Partner | Accredited Family Law Specialist
• John Patterson, Senior Solicitor
Our strong relationships with fellow legal practitioners, financial advisors, accountants and therapists, amongst a network of other professionals across Queensland enable a focus on your wellbeing as you start over, rather than unnecessary conflict at an already difficult time.
We offer resolution at every point in the spectrum, be it by informal negotiations, the collaborative model of resolution, mediation or by litigating. We pride ourselves on assisting our clients to make informed decisions, and particularly so in relation to minimising legal fees for an affordable option to your family law and divorce lawyer needs in the Ipswich area.
Your local Ipswich family and divorce lawyers can assist you with all family law matters including parenting matters and parenting orders, property settlement, child support, mediation, collaborative law, relocation, family dispute resolution, planning financial agreements including “Pre-Nups”, spousal maintenance, separation, divorce, surrogacy, domestic and family violence, and de facto law.
Kara Best is the Legal Practice Director at Best Wilson Buckley Family Law and has practiced exclusively in family law following her Admission to Practice in 2001. Kara was born and bred in the local area and returned to Toowoomba in 2007. She is a former Senior Legal Associate to the Chief Justice of the Family Court in Melbourne, an appointment which followed a period in private practice in Brisbane and an earlier period in which she was Associate to the Honourable Justice Michelle May of the Family Court and the broader Trial Division of the Brisbane Registry of the Family Court.
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Appreciated by his clients for his compassionate professionalism, Dan has worked hard to develop a style which assists clients to make critical decisions concerning their children and their financial interests.
Initially commencing his career in Sydney in a national law firm where he gained exposure to a variety of top end commercial work which included secondments to BT Asia Pacific and the Australian Rugby Union for contract negotiations for the 2003 Rugby World Cup, Dan has specialised exclusively in family law since 2005.
Amity has practised exclusively in family law since her admission in 2008 with extensive experience in a top tier firm in Brisbane. Having been born and bred in Ipswich.
Amity looks forward to practising family law in her local area whilst providing a compassionate and practical approach to the needs of her clients.
Prior to 2005, Andrew had experience in general practice areas including litigation, succession law, wills and estate administration, and agency matters.
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As an established Toowoomba family lawyer, Lynn has over 12 years’ experience in exclusively practising family law and has an exceptional knowledge in her specialisation across all areas of property and parenting, with further extensive experience in child protection matters, and domestic violence cases. Lynn enjoys providing support and guidance to her clients so that they can achieve the best possible outcomes in their matter.
Prior to her calling to practise the law, Lynn was a Registered Nurse in New Zealand and Australia.
Neal has specialised in family law since his admission in 2008. Neal has worked exclusively in family law since his admission in 2008. Prior to joining the Best Wilson Buckley Family Law Team as an Associate in early 2015 Neal worked exclusively in dedicated family law firms in Brisbane.
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With a Bachelor of Laws from Southern Cross University in Lismore, Linda has practiced exclusively in family law since her admission in 2003. Although she fell into the practice area by accident, Linda was hooked right from the beginning after discovering the positive impact she could have on the lives of her clients and their families.
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Zoe has specialised in family law since her admission in 2006. Having hailed from the Gold Coast, Zoe worked in the firm’s Toowoomba office before relocating to Brisbane.
Zoe is motivated by helping clients through what is often a traumatic event in their life by listening and providing advice that may be hard to hear but is in the best interests of the client and their family for the long-term.
Alecia has practised exclusively in family and de facto relationship law for seven years following her admission in 2011. Alecia was a founding member of the Ipswich family law team when the office opened in February 2017, but is looking forward to returning to north Brisbane and practising family law in her local area.
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Since being admitted in 2007, Tina has practised in both commercial and family law in firms across Queensland.
Her commercial background has allowed her to develop a thorough understanding of complex and high net-worth property settlement matters involving family trusts and corporate restructuring. Tina’s clients appreciate her empathetic and compassionate approach to their family law matters.
Katherine has returned to family law, after practising for a number of years in commercial litigation, building and construction law, and estate planning, and a brief period in corporate law and personal injury law.
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Teigan holds a Bachelor of Law (Hons) and a Bachelor of Business from Griffith University. In recognition for her high achievements in family law, she was awarded the Griffith University Academic Excellence Award for Family Law in 2009. Teigan is currently studying a Masters of Law program.
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Samantha holds a Bachelor of Law (Hons) from the University of Southern Queensland and a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the College of Law. Samantha is currently studying a Masters of Applied Law (Family Law) program.
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Jo is our in-house Estate Planning Lawyer and works with our family lawyers to review our client’s estate planning in the context of their family law matters and future pathways.
Jo graduated from the Queensland University of Technology with a Bachelor of Business (Communications)/Bachelor of Laws in 2004 and has been practicing in Wills & Estates law since her admission in 2005.
Following her admission to practise law in 2013, Carla has practised exclusively in family law within specialised firms in Brisbane.
A desire to guide clients through a difficult time by delivering expert service and advice is Carla’s motivation in family law. Carla is passionate about assisting clients to resolve their family law matter quickly and cost effectively to minimise their emotional and financial stress.
Originally from Toowoomba, John worked in the Brisbane office from 2015 before relocating to Ipswich at the beginning of 2018 and is looking forward to being closer to his local area and providing family law services to clients outside of the capital city.
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. Kirsten has been drawn to working with people and helping them resolve challenges in their personal lives ever since her admission to practice in 2006. Her background in family law and the Victims Compensation Scheme has seen Kirsten work across a variety of different matters including domestic and family violence, child sexual abuse, and physical and sexual assault.
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Max joined BWB in 2014 as a member of the administrative team, bringing with him prior experience in legal administrative support, marketing and client support. In mid-2016 he took on the role as Office Manager, overseeing the day-to-day operations of the firms’ Toowoomba, Brisbane and Ipswich offices.
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Kiara holds a Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Journalism from Bond University, and was admitted to legal practise in 2017 after completing her Diploma of Practical Legal Training.
Kiara began working for Best Wilson Buckley in 2016 as a Paralegal providing support to the Brisbane family law team, before relocating to the North Lakes office to become one of the founding members of the firm’s newly established office.
TTammy has been providing top-level Paralegal support to our Legal Practice Director Kara Best since she joined the team in 2014. With extensive legal industry experience across family law, dispute resolution, wills and estates, succession planning, estate administration, and companies and trust. Tammy is also qualified as a Justice of the Peace.
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With over five years’ experience as a Paralegal in the area of family law, Jess brings with her a caring and personable approach to supporting and working with clients, hoping to relieve their stress and assisting them through what can be a difficult time during their lives.
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With over seven years’ as a Paralegal working in the areas of criminal, wills and estate planning, commercial law and litigation Jodie has experience on her side.
Having recently joined the family law fraternity Jodie’s knack for brightening people’s day and a genuine interest in their story are motivators for joining the BWB team.
Christiane was admitted to practice in 2018, having graduated from Griffith University with a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Psychological Science in 2017. With this combination of qualifications, Christiane has become particularly effective in understanding and being sensitive to the complex emotions that often accompany family law matters.
Jessica has over 10 years’ of paralegal experience working primarily in property law before making the switch to family law. Jessica’s property background allowed for a smooth transition across to family law and she is particularly effective in understanding property settlement matters.
Jessica enjoys being a part of the Best Wilson Buckley Family Law team and assisting people and their families through a difficult time.
Katie started with Best Wilson Buckley in 2010 and enjoys being a part of such a passionate and diverse team that strives to achieve excellent outcomes for their clients. In addition to her Paralegal role, Katie also provides reception and administrative assistance across the office.
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Courtney also provides support to our General Manager and Accounts team in her role as Finance Officer. Courtney joined the team in 2018 bringing with her prior paralegal and accounting experience across a number of different law firms and accounting firms.
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Amy is also responsible for overseeing all property settlements across the firm.
Amy has over 10 years’ experience in family law in Brisbane, providing her with a thorough understanding of all areas of family law including property settlement and divorce applications. Amy also holds a Certificate III in Business Administration and a Certificate in Legal Support.
Hillary was admitted to practice in 2017, having graduated from QUT in 2016 with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and a Bachelor of Business (Distinction). Hillary is new to family law having joined the firm in late 2017, but enjoys having a meaningful impact on clients and providing support to them and their families during a difficult time of their lives.
Hillary is also passionate about the possibility of resolving matters through mediation and collaborative law, rather than by expensive and timely Court proceedings.
Lauren has nearly 15 years’ of legal support experience in insurance law, litigation, and now family law.
Lauren has found her passion in family law and finds it incredibly rewarding being able to help clients achieve a positive result and gain a sense of relief and closure at the end of their family law matter.
Samantha was admitted to practise Law in 2017, having graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and a Bachelor of Business Management (Human Resources Major) in 2016. Samantha fell in love with the world of family law after spending some time throughout her university studies as a volunteer with the Women’s Legal Service.
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Jennifer Ryder is the General Manager at Best Wilson Buckley Family Law.
Jennifer joined Best Wilson Buckley Family Law in February 2014.
Bringing with her general management experience in the health and financial services industries, Jennifer is excited to grow and develop Best Wilson Buckley as a unique family law firm, while maintaining the commitment to superior family law service delivery that has always been at the core of the firm.
Leandra Herberts joined Best Wilson Buckley Family Law as Operations Manager in September 2017.
Having predominantly worked across Local Government and professional services industries, Leandra brings extensive experience in human resources and business operations. With a passion for innovation, leadership and engagement, Leandra is excited to join our growing and evolving business to deliver exceptional service to our clients and their families.
Her contributions to the firm are crucial in keeping operations running smoothly so that our legal team can focus their energies on what matters most, the wellbeing of our clients and their family.
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With an extensive background in financial administration Liz has been with BWB since early 2014, bringing a breadth of knowledge to the firm from across private enterprise, including six years in the legal industry, as well as the public service and not-for-profit organisations.
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Best Wilson Buckley is fortunate to enjoy an exceptional level of Administrative support from our Administrative Team. From the kindness of Cassandra, Tricia, Katie and Esther on Reception, to Liz in accounts, and Jen and Max providing responsive support.
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