Amelia Trotman
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Amelia Trotman

Amelia Trotman

Senior Family Lawyer HRT Family Lawyers

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Brisbane City, QLD
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About Amelia

Amelia Trotman stands out as a seasoned legal professional with over 17 years of dedicated experience in family law. As an Accredited Family Law Specialist, she is highly regarded for her extensive knowledge and expertise, making her a leading figure in the realm of family law. Amelia's career is marked by her role as the former head of the family law division at a prominent national law firm, where she managed a diverse team of 18 family lawyers across Australia. Her proficiency spans a wide range of family law matters, from drafting pre-nuptial, financial, and relationship agreements to handling high net worth property settlements that involve complex asset structures and multiple parties. Amelia is adept at resolving international property disputes and addressing both domestic and international relocation matters. Her skill set includes managing complex parenting cases, particularly those involving allegations of abuse or family violence, as well as dealing with spousal maintenance, injunctions, restraining orders, and divorce proceedings. Amelia is known for her compassionate and pragmatic approach, allowing her to foster trust and build strong relationships with her clients. Her ability to empathise and communicate effectively ensures that her clients receive the best possible outcomes. Beyond her client work, Amelia is a respected figure within the legal community. She is a past president of the Women Lawyers Association of Queensland and maintains active membership in the Queensland Law Society, the Family Law Practitioner’s Association of Queensland, and the Family Law Section of the Law Council of Australia. Her contributions to the profession and her commitment to excellence have solidified her standing as a trusted adviser and advocate in family law.

Practice Areas

Family Law

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Experience

Accredited Family Law Specialist / FDRP / Nationally Accredited Mediator
Accredited Family Law Specialist / FDRP / Nationally Accredited Mediator
HRT Family Lawyers & Mediators
Aug 2021 - Present · 3 years 11 months
National Practice Director - Family Law
National Practice Director - Family Law
Armstrong Legal
Dec 2019 - Jun 2021 · 1 year 6 months
Partner
Partner
Armstrong Legal
Apr 2019 - Nov 2019 · 7 months
Special Counsel | Accredited Family Law
Special Counsel | Accredited Family Law
Armstrong Legal
May 2015 - Apr 2019 · 3 years 11 months
Immediate Past President - Women Lawyers Association Qld
Immediate Past President - Women Lawyers Association Qld
Women Lawyers Association of Queensland (WLAQ)
Dec 2014 - Dec 2015 · 1 year
Senior Associate/Accredited Family Law Specialist
Senior Associate/Accredited Family Law Specialist
Michael Lynch Family Lawyers
Aug 2008 - May 2015 · 6 years 9 months
Associate
Associate
Sciaccas Lawyers Pty Ltd
Aug 2006 - Aug 2008 · 2 years

Education

Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
QUT (Queensland University of Technology)
2003
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Law
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Law
QUT (Queensland University of Technology)
2000 - 2003
Law/Criminology
Law/Criminology
Victoria University of Wellington
1997 - 2001
Spotwood College, New Plymouth, New Zealand
1993 - 1997

Contact Information

Brisbane City, QLD

Location10, 95 North Quay, Brisbane City, QLD
Click to Reveal Phone Number(07) 303..

Practice Certificate

Name
Amelia Ann Trotman
Date of Admission
2004
Specialisations
Family Law
Certification type
Unrestricted Employee
CheckLast checked: 1 Apr 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