Fiona Caulley

Fiona Caulley is a highly esteemed director and family law specialist with over 20 years of experience in the legal field. Recognised by her peers in the Doyle’s Guide to the Australian Legal Profession, Fiona is regarded as a leading family lawyer in Queensland and is recommended on a national level in Australia. Her practice is deeply rooted in providing empathetic and comprehensive legal advice to individuals experiencing relationship breakdowns. She is adept in advising on prenuptial and financial agreements, and her clients often commend her for her responsiveness and understanding of their unique situations. As an accredited family law specialist, Fiona is renowned for giving big picture, commercially savvy advice, especially in property matters that involve complex company and trust structures. Her approach is characterised by sensitive communication, which enables her to build genuine rapport with her clients while delivering high-level legal counsel. Fiona’s dedication to a holistic approach is evident as she collaborates with clients and their advisors to identify mutually beneficial solutions, always striving to uncover positives in challenging situations. Her expertise extends to complex parenting cases, including those with interstate or international relocation issues. Fiona served on the panel for Independent Children’s Lawyers, representing the interests of children and promoting collaborative law to minimise litigation. Her peers have acknowledged her as a leading advisor in Queensland regarding parenting matters, highlighting her ability to forge positive working relationships with other professionals, including accountants, valuers, and psychologists, ensuring the best outcomes for her clients both legally and personally. Fiona's commitment to the legal profession is further demonstrated by her tenure as Past President of the Family Law Practitioners’ Association of Queensland, where she contributed to the continuous improvement of her skills and those of her colleagues. Elected to the Executive Committee from 2009 and serving as President from 2016 to 2018, her leadership is noteworthy. Moreover, her role as a Consultant Author for CCH and her regular contributions of insightful articles on family law bolster her reputation as a thought leader in the field. Fiona's academic foundation was laid at Bond University, where she obtained her LLB in Law. Her extensive career includes roles as a Senior Associate and Family Law Accredited Specialist at Rice Naughton and a lawyer at Jones Mitchell Lawyers and Hamish Cumming Family Lawyers, showcasing a breadth of experience across Brisbane and the Gold Coast.