Fiona is a senior associate in the litigation team who
specialises in family law, primarily relationship property.
Fiona assists clients with any family law matters including:
- The division of assets after separation
- Claims for spousal maintenance and child support
- Protecting assets while in a relationship via contracting out
agreements ("pre nups")
- Care arrangements for children
- Domestic violence matters
- Adoption
- Disputes in relation to estates/wills
- Wills
Having previously been a Police Prosecutor Fiona is also able to
assist clients with criminal law matters and applying for a limited
licence ("work licence").
As a litigator Fiona has appeared extensively in both the Family
Court and the District Court and is at home in the Court
environment. Fiona's focus is on resolving matters but if
resolution isn't possible and Court proceedings are required, then
she ensures that clients have strong competent representation in
Court. Fiona will explain each step along the way providing the
client with an explanation of what is happening and what their
options are, while listening to what the client wants to
achieve.
Fiona has an LLB and BSc from Victoria University and was
admitted to the bar in 2001. Outside of the office Fiona can often
be found on a squash court as she is a B grade squash player.
Testimonial
"Fiona McGeorge acted for me in a relationship property
matter. Fiona understood my situation and needs very quickly and
ensured I always understood my options and gave me good advice that
delivered the best possible outcome. I found Fiona to be
professional and approachable and she always responded to my needs
in a fast and efficient manner. I have subsequently referred
colleagues to Fiona and would have no hesitation recommending any
other prospective clients." Julian
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