Kara Cook

Kara Cook is a dedicated and skilled family lawyer who contributes her extensive expertise to the CDQ team. With a comprehensive understanding of family law matters, Kara assists clients through challenges such as divorce, separation, property settlement negotiations, and parenting arrangements. Her approach is pragmatic and fair, ensuring that the firm’s clients receive guidance that balances their best interests with integrity. Kara has a keen awareness of the emotional complexities involved in relationship breakdowns and family disputes. Her empathetic and approachable nature enables her to alleviate client stress while attentively addressing their concerns. Throughout the legal process, Kara ensures clients are well-informed of their rights and obligations. She is a strong advocate for resolving parenting and property disputes through negotiation or mediation whenever possible, aiming to circumvent the high costs and delays often associated with court proceedings. Beyond her family law focus, Kara's proficiency extends to litigation and dispute resolution within the commercial sector. She represents clients in court and provides strategic advice on their litigation matters. Her dual experience in family and commercial law is advantageous, as she skilfully integrates her understanding of business structures and bankruptcy into her practice. Kara's professional and personable approach immediately puts clients at ease. A native of southern Sydney, Kara completed her legal studies at the University of Wollongong. She gained valuable experience working at both a prominent Sydney law firm and a Sutherland Shire practice before joining CDQ, enriching her practice with diverse perspectives and insights.