Alison Brown

Area of Practice: Family Law

Alison is a New South Wales Law Society Accredited Specialist in Family Law and holds a Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution Practice.

Alison has practiced in family law for over 20 years and has worked in both private practice and in-house for the Attorney General’s Department.

She has had extensive experience in all areas of family law and is passionate about assisting clients through the challenges of navigating disputes, whether they be related to complex property settlements for the division of assets (including those involving complex trust structures and significant tax implications) or parenting arrangements (including for children at risk due to family violence).

Alison adopts a pragmatic approach to her practice, ensuring her clients are fully informed so they can make decisions best suited to their family. At times this may require engaging with experts such as psychologists, family therapists, accountants and valuers.  She is results-driven and works towards strategic and cost-effective outcomes for her clients.

Publications and Memberships

Alison is a member of:

• The Law Society of New South Wales
• The Family Law Section of the Law Council of Australia

Alison frequently writes articles for the community on topical cases.

Personal Statement

Prior to starting her career in Law, Alison completed studies in Social Work which has provided her with unique skills and insight in assisting clients in times of crisis.

Alison has always enjoyed working with people and takes seriously the trust that her clients place in her to assist them through a challenging time in their life.

Outside of practicing law, Alison enjoys spending time in nature and engaging her creative side though all things artsy.