Sensitive Relaxed Precise

Our Staff approach
your matter with logic & calm

we aim to smooth out your complex situations in the fastest and most relaxed manner possible, to reach your destination via a 'path to a better outcome'

Meet our Dedicated Team


Rene Forshaw

Principal Lawyer

Rene Forshaw is a Nationally Accredited Mediator and Registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner with over 16 years’ experience in predominantly Family Law, and Care and Protection matters, acting for parents, children, grandparents, carers, and other parties.

Rene regularly appears in the Federal Circuit, Family Court,  Children’s Court of NSW – Parramatta and Campbelltown and is appointed to the NSW Legal Aid panel – adults and children, and Care and Protection panel – adults and children.

Rene is an Independent Children’s Lawyer and is committed and passionate about helping clients achieve the best possible result.

EDUCATION

Bachelor Of Arts (Politics And French)
Master Of Legal Practice
Master Of Laws (Applied Law)
Majoring In Family Dispute Resolution Practice & Family Law

QUALIFICATIONS

Nationally Accredited Mediator (NMAS)

Registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner

Independent Children’s Lawyer
Family Court Of Australia & Federal Circuit Court Of Australia

Independent Legal Representative
Children’s Court Of NSW

Darinka Sipka

Solicitor

Darinka is an experienced member of our firm having worked as a paralegal for 10 years prior to being admitted as a solicitor. Dara practices in the areas of family law and care and protection.

Darinka has completed a Bachelor of Arts and Psychology from the University of New South Wales and a Bachelor of Laws from Western Sydney University.

Darinka is an invaluable member of our team and enjoys helping clients achieve a great outcome.

Virginia Sievier

Office Manager

Virginia previously worked as a conveyancing clerk with over 10 years experience in the conveyancing industry.

Virginia is an invaluable member of our firm ensuring that procedures are followed and client expectations are met.

Virginia’s professional and welcoming manner is appreciated by clients and other legal professionals.

“I believe in my clients being thoroughly informed and given the best options for their matter to bring about a stress free transaction”


Gino

Our dog Gino is an invaluable member of our team.

His calming presence is welcomed by clients and children who see Rene in her capacity as a children’s lawyer.

 


Ollie

Meet Ollie who loves hanging out with Rene at home or in the office but never with Gino at the same time. (One day they will be friends).

Ollie had a sad start in life and was found dumped in the park with his siblings. He was treated for cat flu, desexed, vaccinated in the height of the pandemic and is a proud and happy member of our team. 

 


Our Promise

Combine

We combine our Qualifications and Experience to search the best solution for you

Communication

Our staff will communicate with your every step of the way

Share

We share every idea and solution with you based on our knowledge of the law

Precision

We aim to be precise, on time, respectful and exhaust all possibilities on your behalf

Smile

We aim to give you service with a smile and keep you smiling

Manage

Our Team constantly aim to give you increasing benefits to every solution

Privacy

We respect both your privacy & safety during difficult times, pursuing a stress-free personalised solution

Confidentiality

We believe in the uppermost level of confidentiality when dealing with you and your loved ones

Peace of Mind

Our aim is to convey constant peace of mind as we pursue your matter in the best of our ability



A Path to a Better Outcome...

Contact Us

Phone: 02 9620 1379

 

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Postal Address
PO Box 239
Horsley Park
NSW 2175