Peter Carew
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Peter Carew

Peter Carew

Director, Accredited Family Law Specialist, Wills and Estate Planning Carew Counsel Solicitors

location
Melbourne, VIC
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About Peter

Peter Carew, a formidable presence in the legal landscape, established his practice in 1979, bringing over four decades of distinguished experience to Carew Counsel. Renowned for his aptitude in navigating intricate legal dilemmas, Peter is adept at devising pragmatic solutions that address the most challenging issues. Peter's commitment to the field of family law is exemplified by his tenure on the Family Law Specialist Accreditation Committee of the Law Institute of Victoria, where he contributed for a significant decade. His expertise has been consistently recognised by Doyles Guide, which named him a Leading Family Lawyer for Victoria and a Leading Lawyer for Complex & High-Value Family Law matters in 2012, 2014, and from 2016 to 2020. Beyond his practice, Peter was instrumental in the founding of Law Australasia, a consortium of legal firms united in their pursuit of excellence. His reputation extends beyond his technical skills; Peter's ability to convey complex issues in accessible terms, coupled with his affable sense of humour and genuine passion for assisting clients, makes him an invaluable member of the Carew Counsel team.

Practice Areas

Family Law

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Experience

President
President
Law Australasia
Sep 2015 - Sep 2016 · 1 year
President
President
Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club
Nov 2014 - Aug 2021 · 6 years 9 months
Director
Director
Carew Counsel Pty Ltd
Oct 1978 - Present · 46 years 9 months

Education

Accredited Specialist, Family Law
Accredited Specialist, Family Law
Law Institute of Victoria
1989
Leo Cusssen Institute
1977
Bachelor of Economics
Bachelor of Economics
Monash University
1971 - 1976
Bachelor of Law
Bachelor of Law
Monash University
1971 - 1976

Contact Information

Melbourne, VIC

LocationLevel 10, 313 La Trobe Street, Melbourne, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 907..

Practice Certificate

Name
Peter Carew
Certification type
Principal with Trust
CheckLast checked: 20 Feb 2025
Checked with the Queensland Law Society

Practice Categories

Family Law
  • Adoption
  • Children's Law
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Enforcement Orders
  • Financial Agreements
  • General Advice
  • Mediation
  • Parenting and Child Support
  • Property and Financial Settlement
  • Provision Claims
  • Relocation Orders