Meet Our Team
Ms Ashma Arora (LLB Hons PG Dip NMAS FDRP)
Principal Lawyer
Practice Area(s): Family Law, Wills & Estates, UK Ex-pat Law, Mediation & Collaborative Divorce.
Qualifications, Memberships & Affiliations
- Admitted Solicitor of the Queensland Supreme Court of Australia
- Admitted Solicitor of the High Court of Australia
- Admitted Solicitor of England & Wales
- Nationally Accredited Mediator (NMAS)
- Accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner by the Department of the Federal Attorney General
- Member of the Queensland Association of Collaborative Practitioners
- Member of the Queensland Law Society
- Member of the Law Society of England & Wales
- Member of the Family Lawyers Practitioners Association
- Member of Family Law Council
- Member of Family Law Pathway
Ashma was admitted as a Solicitor in 1998 in England & Wales and began her legal career in a general practice firm in London. Working in the areas of family, litigation, wills and estates, Ashma developed an excellent reputation, with her clients and the legal community. She went on to establish her own law practice in partnership from 2001 – 2013. From successfully running her law firm, the lure of sunnier climes and a relaxed lifestyle bought Ashma to Australia.
Ashma’s desire to continue helping individuals navigate the family law system resulted in her requalifying as a Collaborative Solicitor, Mediator and accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner. Ashma continued to problem solve and achieve positive outcomes for her clients while working for Brisbane based law firms, and as Mediator with Queensland Civil Administrative Tribunal.
Ashma firmly believes that a court process is an option of last resort. She has advanced negotiation skills and can bring matters to a swift close, with minimum cost and stress. Astute negotiation skills often lead to sensible and cost-effective outcomes at the earliest possible stage. Where court proceedings are necessary, Ashma robustly advocates on behalf of her clients.
Ashma has extensive experience working with families, from various socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. From dealing with modest to high net worth cases, she understands that this is often an emotional and challenging time. Ashma ensures that her clients are put at ease, from the moment they get in touch – offering clear, practical and timely advice.
As an experienced Solicitor in Australia and England, Ashma is uniquely placed to assist UK ex-pats and Australians that continue to have personal or financial ties with the UK. Getting legal advice from a lawyer with knowledge of both jurisdictions is invaluable, where family law and estate planning issues arise.
Ms Noël Kumar (LLB, BBus(Acctg), GradDipPLT)
Family Lawyer
Qualifications, Memberships & Affiliations
- Admitted Solicitor of the Queensland Supreme Court of Australia
- Admitted Solicitor of the High Court of Australia
- Member of the Queensland Law Society
Noel is a dedicated and sincere professional with 16 years of experience across various disciplines. She holds a double degree in Law and Business, with a major in accounting, and a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice.
Since joining our firm last year, Noel has developed a keen focus on family law, where she has gained invaluable experience, including drafting legal documents, representing clients in mediation, preparing court documents and attending court.
Noel’s ability to converse with clients in plain English and her warm, approachable manner make her a trusted guide for those going through the difficult process of separation. She is deeply committed to providing compassionate and effective legal support, ensuring that her clients feel understood and at ease throughout their legal journey.
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