Mary Pollatos

Mary Pollatos is the Director and founder of Allen Evans Family Lawyers in Sydney, bringing over two decades of experience since her admission as a solicitor to the Supreme Court of NSW and High Court of Australia in 2002. Prior to establishing her own practice, Mary gained extensive experience at prominent private firms, handling complex family law matters that encompass property settlements, financial arrangements, and parenting issues. Mary’s practice focuses on providing personalised and compassionate legal services, prioritising her clients’ needs and the best interests of children involved. She is particularly adept at resolving family law property and financial disputes for clients from diverse backgrounds, including those in de facto and same-sex relationships. Her expertise covers the full spectrum of property settlements involving real estate, businesses, trusts, shares, and superannuation, supported by strong connections with leading barristers and forensic experts to ensure thorough analysis and advocacy. In addition to property and financial matters, Mary is highly regarded for her work in parenting cases. She has represented clients in a range of parenting disputes, from amicable early-stage mediations to complex court proceedings involving family violence, mental health, and substance abuse concerns. Mary’s approach is marked by empathy and professionalism, always focused on achieving outcomes aligned with the welfare of children. She regularly handles urgent parenting matters, including relocation and recovery cases, as well as international child abduction proceedings under the Hague Convention. Mary holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Psychology, as well as a Diploma in Legal Practice. She is qualified as a Collaborative Law Solicitor and Independent Children’s Lawyer, further enhancing her ability to support families through often difficult transitions. She is a member of the Law Society of New South Wales, the Law Council of Australia’s Family Law Section, Collaborative Professionals NSW, and the Women Lawyers Association of NSW. Her commitment to professional excellence and client-centred service has earned her a reputation for achieving fair and timely resolutions in both negotiated and litigated matters, with an impressive 98% settlement rate prior to final hearings in contested cases. Mary continues to serve the Sydney community with dedication, providing clear guidance and strong representation in all aspects of family law.