Online consultations and in-person consultations by prior appointment.

Online consultations and in-person consultations by prior appointment.

Online consultations and in-person consultations by prior appointment.

Online consultations and in-person consultations by prior appointment.

Ballarat and Statewide

Senior Legal

Senior Legal

Expertise,

Expertise,

Delivered

Delivered

Personally

Personally

Over 36 years of trusted legal experience offering clear advice across family law, estate planning, and dispute resolution.

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A mature woman with silver hair wearing an elegant white suit, seated in a burgundy armchair in a luxurious interior.

36+

Years of experience

4.9

Google rating

110

Client reviews

Fixed

Price, every stage

ABOUT ANNA

Direct senior leadership for every legal matter.

Work directly with a qualified, highly experienced principal lawyer dedicated to practical solutions and personal accountability.

Former Accredited Specialist Mediator

Strategic Litigation Counsel

Fixed-Fee Billing Model

Private & Personal Legal Matters

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A confident, mature woman with shoulder-length silver hair wearing a black blazer and a luxury wristwatch, posing with her chin resting on her hand against a dark, elegant background.

Principal Practitioner

Direct, senior representation on every matter with zero junior hand-offs.

Mediation Specialist

LIV Accredited Specialist in Mediation focused on resolving cases out of court.

Legal Background

Macquarie Law graduate with private, government, dispute resolution, and in-house legal experience.

Legal Background

Macquarie Law graduate with private, government, dispute resolution, and in-house legal experience.

Preventative Approach

Practical, pragmatic legal strategies designed to reduce stress and prevent escalation.

WHY WORK WITH ANNA

Designed around your peace of mind

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Private and Family Focus

Dedicated to guiding individuals and families through complex estate planning, sensitive family law matters, and personal legal disputes.

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Court as a Last Resort

Prioritizing mediation and negotiated agreements to save time and emotional stress.

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Accessible Statewide

Providing flexible consultations online, via phone, or in person across Ballarat and Statewide.

  • Court as a Last Resort

    Prioritizing mediation and negotiated agreements to save time and emotional stress.

  • Accessible Statewide

    Providing flexible consultations online, via phone, or in person across Ballarat and Statewide.

  • Private and Family Focus

    Dedicated to guiding individuals and families through complex estate planning, sensitive family law matters, and personal legal disputes.

  • Court as a Last Resort

    Prioritizing mediation and negotiated agreements to save time and emotional stress.

  • Accessible Statewide

    Providing flexible consultations online, via phone, or in person across Ballarat and Statewide.

  • Private and Family Focus

    Dedicated to guiding individuals and families through complex estate planning, sensitive family law matters, and personal legal disputes.

ENQUIRIES & TRANSPARENCY

Frequent questions. Answered with candour.

Still not sure where your matter stands? Ring 03 5332 8220. The first phone consultation costs nothing and Anna will tell you straight.

Is the first call really free?

Yes. Ring 03 5332 8220 and talk it through with Anna at no cost and no obligation. If you have a matter worth running, you get a fixed price in writing before any billable work starts.

Where are you based, and do I have to attend in person?

Will I have to appear in court?

What does representation cost, and will the price change?

How long will my matter take to resolve?

Who actually handles the strategic work on my case?

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FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION

Get clarity on your legal matter today

Speak directly with Anna for a free first phone call to discuss your situation and receive a clear fixed-price quote.

Trusted legal counsel offering clear, fixed-fee representation and accredited mediation for personal and family matters.

SERVING BALLARAT AND STATEWIDE

BUSINESS HOURS: MON – FRI: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (After hours by appointment)

Online consultations and in-person consultations by prior appointment.

PHONE

03 5332 8220

  • BALLARAT LEGAL RESOLUTION SERVICES

Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation. General legal information provided, not legal advice.

© 2026 Ballarat Legal. All Rights Reserved. Legal representation by Carthew-Nanos.

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Trusted legal counsel offering clear, fixed-fee representation and accredited mediation for personal and family matters.

SERVING BALLARAT AND STATEWIDE

BUSINESS HOURS: MON – FRI: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (After hours by appointment)

Online consultations and in-person consultations by prior appointment.

PHONE

03 5332 8220

  • BALLARAT LEGAL RESOLUTION SERVICES

Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation. General legal information provided, not legal advice.

© 2026 Ballarat Legal. All Rights Reserved. Legal representation by Carthew-Nanos.

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Trusted legal counsel offering clear, fixed-fee representation and accredited mediation for personal and family matters.

SERVING BALLARAT AND STATEWIDE

BUSINESS HOURS: MON – FRI: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (After hours by appointment)

Online consultations and in-person consultations by prior appointment.

PHONE

03 5332 8220

  • BALLARAT LEGAL RESOLUTION SERVICES

Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation. General legal information provided, not legal advice.

© 2026 Ballarat Legal. All Rights Reserved. Legal representation by Carthew-Nanos.

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Trusted legal counsel offering clear, fixed-fee representation and accredited mediation for personal and family matters.

SERVING BALLARAT AND STATEWIDE

BUSINESS HOURS: MON – FRI: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (After hours by appointment)

Online consultations and in-person consultations by prior appointment.

PHONE

03 5332 8220

  • BALLARAT LEGAL RESOLUTION SERVICES

Liability limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation. General legal information provided, not legal advice.

© 2026 Ballarat Legal. All Rights Reserved. Legal representation by Carthew-Nanos.

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