Till Law Do Us Part: the Architecture of Separation in Australia

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Event Schedule:

6.30pm Arrival & Doors Open

7pm Lecuture Starts

7.45pm Q&A

8pm Talk Concludes

8.30pm Event Closes.

*Please arrive close to 6.30pm

A La Carte menu and full bar available throughout the night - pay as you go.

Your Topic:

Australian family law has undergone a(nother) revolution, following amendments to the Family Law Act 1975 that came into effect in 2024 and 2025. This talk aims to uncover the law, legal processes, and people behind relationship breakdown by examining the state of family law today. Covering topics including: why cheating doesn't matter but your Insta post might; is 50/50 fact or fiction; and “who gets the dog?”.

Your Speaker:

Since her admission to practice in 2012, Louise has worked exclusively in the area of family law, in both Melbourne and Sydney. She holds a Masters of Law from the University of Sydney, where her studies focused on Family Law and Equity. She publishes and presents on topics relevant to her practice in Australia and internationally.

She has particular interest in cross-border family law disputes, including forum issues and international asset protection. She is highly skilled in financial matters, including acting for individuals and companies, including as third parties in contested litigation. Her experience spans multiple commercial sectors and varied structuring from sole traders and startups to complex trusts.

She has been recognised by Doyle’s Guide in the Leading Parenting & Children’s Matters Lawyers – Victoria in 2025 and 2026.

Louise is a member of the Law Institute of Victoria, Victorian Women’s Lawyers, and the Family Law Section of the Law Council of Australia.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Imperial Hotel, 2-8 Bourke Street, Melbourne, Australia

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