Caralee Fontenele

Caralee Fontenele is the founder of Collective Family Law, a firm dedicated to guiding clients through family law matters with empathy and expertise. With a focus on both the legal and emotional aspects of separation and divorce, Caralee established the practice to offer an approach that balances strong legal guidance with compassion and empowerment. Having personally experienced the challenges of divorce, Caralee brings a unique perspective to her work, understanding the uncertainty and emotional complexity clients face during these times. She is committed to helping individuals navigate these transitions not only with clear legal advice but also with a view towards creating positive futures for themselves and their families. Caralee is recognised as a dynamic and thoughtful leader within the family law community, actively driving change in how divorce services are delivered. Her work promotes wellbeing and constructive outcomes, often collaborating with other professionals to enhance support for clients. Her areas of practice encompass property settlement, parenting orders, de facto relationships, same-sex relationships, divorce and separation, dispute resolution, and domestic violence matters. Caralee was instrumental in shaping the culture of Collective Family Law, which, since her departure in 2025, continues to reflect her commitment to service excellence and client care.