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Gavin Lai

Gavin Lai

Special Counsel Emerson Family Law

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Brisbane, QLD
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About Gavin

Gavin Lai brings over two decades of experience in family law, having worked with leading Brisbane firms throughout his career. He is skilled in handling complex parenting and financial matters, including international family law issues such as those governed by the Hague Convention. Gavin also assists clients in drafting financial agreements and advises on cases involving business and trust restructuring. Known for his commitment to resolving disputes outside of court, Gavin prioritises alternative dispute resolution methods to achieve amicable solutions, resorting to litigation only when necessary. His practical approach and empathetic manner have earned him a strong reputation and client trust, often leading to referrals. Gavin holds qualifications as a Solicitor admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland and the High Court of Australia, and he is a qualified Justice of the Peace. He has completed a Graduate Diploma of Professional Legal Education and Training from the University of Queensland and a Legal Practice Management Course through the College of Law. An active contributor to the legal community, Gavin volunteers at the Caxton Legal Centre, participates in mentoring programs at both the University of Queensland and Queensland University of Technology, and contributes to the Queensland Law Society’s publication, Proctor.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law
Family Law
Litigation & Disputes

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Resume

Experience

Special Counsel
Special Counsel
Emerson Family Law
Sep 2015 - Present · 10 years 5 months
Senior Associate
Senior Associate
Corney & Lind Lawyers Pty Ltd
Dec 2014 - Sep 2015 · 9 months
Associate
Associate
Damien Greer Lawyers
Sep 2012 - Jan 2015 · 2 years 4 months
Associate
Associate
Hartley Healy Family Law Specialists
Oct 2007 - Sep 2012 · 4 years 11 months
Family Lawyer
Family Lawyer
Andrew Douglas Solicitors
Aug 2005 - Oct 2007 · 2 years 2 months

Education

Legal Practice Management Course
Legal Practice Management Course
The College of Law Australia
2015 - 2016
Graduate Diploma in Professional Legal Education and Training (GDipPLEAT)
Graduate Diploma in Professional Legal Education and Training (GDipPLEAT)
The University of Queensland
2004 - 2005
Justice of the Peace (Qualified)
Justice of the Peace (Qualified)
Department of Justice and Attorney-General, Queensland Government
2003 - 2004
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
QUT (Queensland University of Technology)
2000 - 2004
Grade: Grades 8-12
Grade: Grades 8-12
St. Joseph's Nudgee College
1995 - 2000

Contact Information

Brisbane, QLD

LocationLevel 8, 231 North Quay, Brisbane, QLD

Practice Certificate

Name
Gavin Kar-Men Lai
Date of Admission
2005
Specialisations
Family Law Family - Domestic Violence
Certification type
Unrestricted Employee
CheckLast checked: 21 Feb 2026
Checked with the Queensland Law Society

Practice Categories

Family Law
  • Financial Agreements
  • Parenting and Child Support
Litigation & Disputes
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • High court
  • Supreme Court