Leanne Abela
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Leanne Abela

Leanne Abela

Principal Director Pearsons Lawyers

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Melbourne, VIC
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About Leanne

Leanne Abela is a highly accomplished Partner at Pearsons Lawyers, with a remarkable legal career spanning nearly four decades. After graduating from Melbourne University in 1986 with degrees in Law and Arts, Leanne joined Pearsons and has practiced exclusively with the firm ever since. She earned a Graduate Diploma in Mediation in 1999, for which she was awarded the prestigious Latrobe University Relationships Australia (Vic) Family Mediation prize. Becoming a Partner in 1991, Leanne has handled thousands of cases across property and financial matters, child support, children’s issues, and all facets of family law, offering clients unparalleled expertise during times of crisis. Beyond her technical proficiency, Leanne is a compassionate listener who prioritizes her clients’ needs, helping them navigate the complexities of separation with confidence and clarity. As a leader and mentor, she fosters a culture of excellence, diversity, and philanthropy at the firm while serving as a role model for her team with her no-nonsense approach and ability to achieve outstanding outcomes in challenging circumstances.

Practice Areas

Estate Planning
Family Law
Litigation & Disputes

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Experience

Principal Lawyer
Principal Lawyer
Pearsons Lawyers Pty Ltd
Dec 1985 - Present · 39 years 7 months

Education

Bachelor of Arts - BA and Bachelor of Law
Bachelor of Arts - BA and Bachelor of Law
University of Melbourne
1981 - 1985

Contact Information

Melbourne, VIC

LocationLevel 6, 277 William Street, Melbourne, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 006..

Practice Certificate

Name
Leanne Abela
Specialisations
Criminal Law, Family Law, Wills and Estates
Certification type
Principal with Trust
Region
GLENROY VIC 3046
CheckLast checked: 5 Mar 2025
Checked with the Victorian Legal Services

Practice Categories

Employment Law
  • Workers Compensation
Estate Planning
  • Disputes
  • General Advice
  • Guardianship
  • Power of Attorney
  • Probate
  • Wills and Estates
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
Litigation & Disputes
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • Civil
  • Collaborative Law
  • Mediation