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Family and Divorce Lawyers Brisbane
Separation, divorce and other issues relating to family law or domestic law such as child protection and domestic violence can be complex, time-consuming and emotionally draining. DA Family Lawyers sensitively and professionally works with each individual client to guide you through the legal process and provide you with quality, cost-effective legal support to resolve your individual issue.
Led by Managing Director Lisa Foley, the DA Family Lawyers professional team comprises some of the most respected and experienced family lawyers in Brisbane. Up to date with all ongoing legal amendments, DA Family Lawyers will assess your case and offer a range of resolution methods including collaborative law, mediation or litigation if required.
The Doyles Guide for best law firms and best lawyers for 2026 has been published. DA Family
Lawyers has again been recognised as a Leading Family & Divorce Lawyers Brisbane.
Our Lisa Foley was recognised in the following individual categories:
Lisa Foley
- Leading Parenting & Children’s Matters Lawyers – Preeminent
- Leading Family Lawyers (High-Value & Complex Property Matters) – Recommended
- Leading Family Law & Divorce Lawyers – Leading
Get to know our team
Lisa Foley
Managing Director
Lisa holds the position of Managing Director at DA Family Lawyers. Lisa holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Laws with Honours from the Queensland University of Technology…
Neal Wood
Managing Special Counsel
Neal holds the position of Managing Special Counsel at DA Family Lawyers. Neal has a Bachelor of Laws (Hons.) and a Bachelor of Justice (Dist.) from completion of his degree with the Queensland University of Technology.
Kate Palmer
Special Counsel & Accredited Family Law Specialist
Kate holds the position of Special Counsel at DA Family Lawyers. Kate’s expertise has been recognised by the Queensland Law Society in their conferring to her the title of Family Law Accredited Specialist in 2021.
Erin Cunningham
Senior Associate
Erin is a dedicated Associate at DA Family Lawyers. She holds a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and a Bachelor of Business from Queensland University of Technology, along with a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice. Admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland and the High Court of Australia, Erin specializes in all areas of family law.
Sharni Embrey
Senior Associate
Sharni holds the position of Senior Associate at DA Family Lawyers. Sharni has a Bachelor of Laws (Second Class Honours – Division A) from completion of her degree with the Queensland University of Technology.
Michaela Jewell
Associate
Michaela holds the position of Associate at DA Family Lawyers. Michaela has a Bachelor of Laws (Second Class Honours – Division A) from completion of her degree with the Queensland University of Technology.
Skye Nicoll
Associate
Skye is a diligent Associate at DA Family Lawyers with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and a Bachelor of Arts, specializing in psychology and criminology. She is passionate about helping families resolve their disputes across all areas of family law.
Madyson Hyslop
Chief Operations Officer
Madyson is the Chief Operations Officer and Executive Assistant to the Managing Director at DA Family Lawyers. She oversees the firm’s daily operations and manages both support and professional staff.
Providing you with expert and responsive advice.
Tailoring processes and outcomes to achieve the best solution for you.
Focussing on understanding, support and genuine empathy.
Guiding you through the process safely and constructively.
