Annie Smeaton

Annie Smeaton is a Partner at our firm, renowned for her expertise in family law and her dedication to securing favourable outcomes for her clients. With a robust background in employment, industrial, safety, education, and anti-discrimination law, Annie offers her employer clients strong representation and practical commercial advice. Her extensive experience covers a wide range of industries, including education, resources and energy, transport and logistics, manufacturing, and professional services. Annie represents large corporations, institutions, and SMEs, providing guidance in workplace relations and safety. Her work with independent schools and training institutions highlights her depth of knowledge in the education sector. Furthermore, Annie undertakes employment and regulatory law work within the health sector, advocating for registered medical practitioners. Her career spans several distinguished roles, currently serving as a Partner since 2014, following her tenure as Special Counsel at Cooper Grace Ward. Annie’s legal journey includes significant experience with Blake Dawson and Crown Law in positions that honed her skills as a principal lawyer. At Ryan Carlisle Thomas Lawyers and MinterEllison, she developed her foundations as a lawyer. Annie is a dual degree holder from Griffith University, earning her Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Commerce. Her qualifications and professional journey exemplify her commitment and competence in delivering high-quality legal services.