Fiona Caulley

A key characteristic of Fiona’s approach is sensitive communication with her clients, allowing her to quickly develop a genuine rapport whilst providing high level legal advice and adopting a holistic approach.

Always on the lookout for the positive in a situation, she is able to work with her clients and their advisors and other professionals to find mutually beneficial outcomes and opportunities for them.

Fiona also has expertise in complex parenting matters, including those involving interstate or international relocation, having previously been appointed to the panel of Independent Children’s Lawyer – working to represent the interests of children, and collaborative law – working with clients to avoid costly litigation where possible. Fiona’s expertise in this area was recognised by her peers as a leading Queensland lawyer advising in parenting matters.

Enjoying positive working relationships with other lawyers and professional colleagues including accountants, valuers, counsellors, psychologists and psychiatrists allows Fiona to assist clients to achieve the best possible outcomes, both in a legal and personal sense.

As a Past President of the Family Law Practitioners’ Association of Queensland (FLPA), Fiona has a strong commitment to learning and constant improvement of her skills and those of her colleagues. She was elected to the Executive Committee of FLPA, by its members from 2009 and she held the role of President from November 2016 until November 2018.

Previously a Consultant Author for CCH, Fiona regularly writes articles relating to family law:

4 tips to look after yourself during a separation or divorce

What do “separation” and “divorce” really mean?

How do pre-nuptial agreements really work?