Wendy Kayler-Thomson
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Wendy Kayler-Thomson

Wendy Kayler-Thomson

Partner Forte Family Lawyers

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Melbourne, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 924..
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About Wendy

Wendy Kayler-Thomson is a distinguished founding partner of Forte Family Lawyers, bringing nearly three decades of dedicated legal experience to the firm, with a focus on family law. Recognised prominently in Doyle’s 2023 Guide to the Australian Legal Market as one of Melbourne's leading family lawyers, Wendy’s contributions to the legal community have been both extensive and impactful. For over 14 years, she served as a valued member of the Executive of the Family Law Section of the Law Council of Australia, including a significant tenure as Chair from 2016 to 2018. Her leadership during this time coincided with pivotal discussions and reforms within the family law sector amidst heightened public and governmental scrutiny. This included engagements with critical reviews such as the Victorian Royal Commission into family violence and the Federal Parliamentary enquiry into the family law system and family violence, alongside her direct involvement with the Australian Law Reform Commission’s comprehensive Family Law Review. Wendy also contributed to the Law Council of Australia’s 2018 Justice Project, recognised as a landmark national review into access to justice. Valuing tailored, client-centred service, Wendy meticulously fosters trusted relationships with her clients and collaborates seamlessly with a wide network of professionals. She adeptly addresses the multifaceted nature of family law matters, providing strategic advice that encompasses her clients' unique circumstances. Wendy’s commercial acumen is especially beneficial in cases involving intricate financial arrangements, where she works closely with clients’ accountants and advisors to manage tax implications and restructuring within settlements. Her extensive training in relevant social sciences arms her with effective strategies for handling complex family dynamics, such as cases involving family violence, parental relocation, and high-conflict situations. Wendy's clients gain from her proficiency in the latest methodologies advocated by child psychologists and other domain experts, particularly in post-separation arrangements for children. Actively involved in numerous professional bodies, she continues to contribute to the Family Law Section of the Law Institute of Victoria, Pacifica Congress, the Australian Institute of Family Law Arbitrators and Mediators, and Victorian Women Lawyers, ensuring she remains at the forefront of developments in family law.

Practice Areas

Family Law

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Resume

Experience

Former Chair
Former Chair
Family Law Section of the Law Council of Australia
Dec 2006 - May 2021 · 14 years 5 months
Partner and Accredited Family Law Specialist
Partner and Accredited Family Law Specialist
Forte Family Lawyers
Apr 2006 - Present · 19 years 3 months

Education

Master of Laws - LLM, Law
Master of Laws - LLM, Law
Monash University
1970
Bachelor of Laws - LLB, Law
Bachelor of Laws - LLB, Law
University of Melbourne
1990
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Accounting and Economics
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Accounting and Economics
University of Melbourne
1989

Contact Information

Melbourne, VIC

LocationLevel 15, 600 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 924..

Practice Certificate

Name
Wendy Kayler-Thomson
Certification type
Principal with Trust
Region
MELBOURNE VIC
CheckLast checked: 23 Dec 2024
Checked with the Victorian Legal Services

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