Commencing in 1985, Bruno was the principal of Bruno Kiernan and Associates and then senior partner of Kiernan Bryant & Bourke.
Prior to signing the Bar Roll in November 2007, Kim Southey worked as a lawyer in the firm BJT Legal in the Melbourne and Benalla offices from 2003 to 2007 and practised primarily in the areas of Famil
Prior to being called to the Bar, Anna Goldthorp worked for Coote Family Law where she practised exclusively in Family Law. Before that she was a solicitor at Coadys where her practice consisted primarly of Family Law as well as Employment Law and equal opportunity matters.
Practice details
Chris practices exclusively in Family Law and related jurisdictions.
Chris has a Master of Laws from Flinders University in South Australia and is a previous Lawbook Company Prize winner.
Andrew practises almost exclusively in Family Law.
His Family Law practice spans across property and child related matters, including experience in complex financial cases, de facto relationships and independent child representation.
Belle Lane has worked in family law since her admission to legal practice.
Law Institute of Victoria Accredited Family Law Specialist from 2005.Associate at Ryan Carlisle Thomas Solicitors (2000-2007) and Articles with Birch, Ross & Barlow (1998-1999).Prior to joining the Bar, Daniela practised in Family Law for eight years. Practise at the Bar includes all areas o
Robin accepts briefs to appear or provide written advice in matters relating to family law (including child support), administrative law and criminal law.
Background
Chris completed his Bachelor of Laws at Monash University in 2009 and prior to coming to the Bar worked at Victoria Legal Aid. He was extensively involved with the Family Law Assistance Program and the Monash Oakleigh Legal Service whilst studying.
Dr O'Brien was called to the Bar in 2010. She has worked primarily in the following areas: Family Law - Parenting Orders and Property; Children's Law (Family matters); Wills and Probate; Family Provision; Trusts; Family Violence; Intervention Orders; Victims of Crime; Employment disputes.
Kerry has extensive experience working in Criminal Law, Family Law and the Children’s Court.
Jennifer has gained many years of advocacy experience whilst she worked as a solicitor advocate within the Family Violence Division of the Heidelberg Magistrate's court.
Before coming to the Bar, Justin worked at James Dowsely & Associates where he gained experience in the preparation of and advocacy in criminal matters, including murder and terrorism.
Jeff practises exclusively in Family Law and its associated jurisdictions.
Largely Jeff’s practise is based in the Federal Circuit Court and Family Court of Australia appearing in interim and final hearings for parenting disputes and proceedings for adjustment of property interests.
Advocacy forms the basis of Marian's practice and she has appeared in courts in Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia and Tasmania.
Pat Karnis was admitted to practice in August 2009 and signed the Bar Roll in November 2010. Prior to that she was a business owner for 15 years.
Since coming to the Victorian Bar, Justin has practised primarily in criminal, civil, commercial and family law matters including the provision of advice in native title, banking & finance, OH&S and environment protection matters. Appearing regularly for the Defence and the Crown in both
Rohan now has a broad mixed practice in Criminal Law (including driving matters) and Family Law (including Intervention Orders) and is available to appear in a variety of jurisdictions under the Legal Profession Uniform Law.
Victoria is an experienced advocate admitted to practice law in 2003 and signed the roll of counsel in May 2011. She appears in all courts exercising the jurisdiction of the Family Law Act (Vic) 1975 and Commonwealth and state criminal laws.
Since being called to the Bar in 2010, Julien has developed a busy practice in all areas of criminal and family law including appearing in jury trials in the County Court and trials in the Federal Circuit Court and the Family Court of Australia.
I signed the bar roll in May 2011 and read with Dan Sweeney. I practice exclusively in family law matters and have a growing trial practice in both the Federal Circuit Court and the Family Court.
Jim Mellas was admitted to practice in 1985 and has been in legal practice for over 32 years.
Prior to coming to the Bar, Daniel was the Senior Associate to the Chief Justice of the Family Court of Australia.
Nick’s practice is primarily in the criminal area, particularly in the Magistrates and County Courts.
Chris completed his law degree at Monash University in 2003. He came to the Bar with five years of experience practicing as a lawyer in family law and commercial litigation.