Nicola Drakeford
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Nicola Drakeford

Nicola Drakeford

Partner Forty Four Degrees

location
Melbourne, VIC
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About Nicola

Nicola Drakeford holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Laws (Honours). She is a partner at Forty Four Degrees Lawyers and Consultants. Nicola brings extensive experience from her years in private practice followed by a significant role with the Victorian Government’s Department of Treasury and Finance. Nicola approaches her work with openness and honesty, valuing clear communication and strong relationships with her clients. She is committed to understanding their needs deeply, safeguarding their interests, and supporting their growth. She also dedicates time to mentoring colleagues, fostering development within her team. Outside of her legal career, Nicola has a passion for travel and history, particularly Ancient Rome, and enjoys ice skating and reading. She believes that smaller firms can deliver legal analysis and client service on par with larger firms, often offering greater value. Clients are encouraged to contact Nicola directly by phone or through the firm’s online form for tailored legal support.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law
Criminal & Traffic
Employment Law
Estate Planning
Family Law
Litigation & Disputes
Property Law

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Experience

Partner
Partner
Forty Four Degrees | Lawyers and Consultants
Sep 2021 - Present · 4 years 1 month
Manager and Principal Legal Adviser
Manager and Principal Legal Adviser
Department of Treasury and Finance, Victoria
Jun 2019 - Sep 2021 · 2 years 3 months
Senior Associate
Senior Associate
Marsh & Maher Richmond Bennison Lawyers
Nov 2015 - Jun 2019 · 3 years 7 months
Solicitor
Solicitor
Marsh & Maher Richmond Bennison Lawyers
Sep 2012 - Nov 2015 · 3 years 2 months
Trainee Solicitor
Trainee Solicitor
Marsh & Maher Richmond Bennison Lawyers
Aug 2011 - Sep 2012 · 1 year 1 month
Law Clerk
Law Clerk
Marsh & Maher Richmond Bennison Lawyers
Jan 2009 - Aug 2011 · 2 years 7 months

Education

BA / LLB (Hons)
BA / LLB (Hons)
University of Melbourne
2005 - 2011

Contact Information

Melbourne, VIC

LocationSuite 203, 50 Market Street, Melbourne, VIC

Practice Certificate

Name
Nicola Drakeford
Certification type
Principal with Trust
Region
MELBOURNE VIC 3000
CheckLast checked: 4 Sept 2025
Checked with the Victorian Legal Services

Practice Categories

Commercial Law
  • General Advice
Criminal & Traffic
  • General Advice
Employment Law
  • General Advice
Estate Planning
  • General Advice
Family Law
  • General Advice
Litigation & Disputes
  • General Advice
Property Law
  • General Advice