Andrew Freer

Andrew is a seasoned legal professional with a robust tenure at KJB Law, where he has been instrumental in evolving the practice into a modern legal powerhouse since joining in 1995 and becoming a partner in 2000. His academic achievements include a Bachelor of Economics and a Bachelor of Laws from the esteemed Australian National University. Andrew possesses extensive experience across all courts and tribunals within the ACT, equipping him with a comprehensive understanding necessary to provide clients with well-considered legal advice and strategic options. His expertise is further reflected in his active role in the legal community, having presented numerous professional-development seminars for the ACT Law Society and regularly contributing to Legalwise seminars. Andrew’s practice encompasses estate planning and administration, with a proven track record in advising executors and constructing both simple and complex wills, alongside enduring powers of attorney. He is also proficient in litigation, managing various disputes with a focused dedication to resolving client issues effectively. Beyond his professional commitments, Andrew is deeply involved in the community, serving as chairman of CARE and treasurer of the Burley Griffin Amateur Swim Club. His past roles as a national director of the Australian Lawyers Alliance and councillor of the ACT Law Society underscore his commitment to the legal profession and broader community service. Andrew's roots trace back to a mixed grazing and cropping farm in Ungarie, central NSW. Outside the legal sphere, he enjoys cycling and cross-country skiing whenever time allows. A family-oriented individual, Andrew cherishes Canberra as an ideal place for both work and family life, sharing his life with his wife, Robyn, an accomplished portrait photographer, and their three children—aptly noted as contributors to his greying hair.