Alison Neville

Alison Neville is a Director at Blackwell Short, where she has played a pivotal role in establishing the firm’s Family Law practice as a prominent service provider in the Central West region. Raised in the Central West, Alison completed her studies at the University of New England, earning a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Commerce before completing a Graduate Diploma of Laws at the Australian National University. With extensive experience in Family Law, Alison’s practice focuses on property settlements and children’s matters, skillfully managing cases that range from modest asset divisions to complex arrangements involving large corporate structures. She prioritises resolutions that minimise conflict and supports families through amicable agreements whenever possible. Alison is a founding member of the Central West Collaborative Practice Group and is a trained collaborative practitioner, offering clients alternative pathways to resolve disputes outside the courtroom. When court intervention becomes necessary, Alison regularly represents clients in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, as well as the Local Court. Her approach reflects a commitment to achieving outcomes that serve the best interests of families during transitional periods. Alison is a member of the Australian Association of Collaborative Professionals and remains actively engaged in the local community. Outside of her legal work, she enjoys spending time cooking and connecting with family and friends.