Katherine Bodey

Katherine Bodey is an experienced family lawyer and independent children’s lawyer at Kerr Fels Divorce and Family Lawyers, a recognised family law firm in Australia. With over ten years of practice, Katherine combines a compassionate outlook with a strategic mindset to navigate complex family law issues effectively. She holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Psychology from Murdoch University, awarded in 2007, and is currently completing a Master of Applied Law. Katherine commenced her legal career at a boutique family law firm, progressing to a director role on their board in 2016, before joining Kerr Fels as a consultant in 2021. Katherine’s practice encompasses all facets of family law, including divorce, financial and property settlements, child support matters, and child-related proceedings, often those involving jurisdictional challenges. She has particular expertise in managing complex parenting disputes and property cases involving businesses, trusts, and self-managed superannuation funds. Known for her pragmatic approach, Katherine is adept at resolving high-conflict situations and guiding clients towards practical and attainable outcomes. Beyond her role as a family lawyer, Katherine serves as an independent children’s lawyer, appointed by Legal Aid Western Australia to advocate for the best interests of children in family law cases. She represents children across a diverse range of ages and circumstances, collaborating closely with families, social workers, and other professionals to support favourable results for her clients. Committed to community service, Katherine also contributes her expertise to various committees within non-profit organisations.