Maria Valenzuela is an exceptional legal professional with over 13 years of specialised experience in Family and Relationship Law. Her legal acumen and compassionate approach make her a sought-after expert. 

Maria's academic achievements include a Bachelor of Arts, a Masters of Town Planning, a Bachelor of Laws, and a Graduate Diploma of Legal Studies, earned while balancing a demanding career and raising a young family.  She obtained her qualifications from Sydney University, University of New England and Curtin University.  Currently, she is pursuing a Masters of Law.

Maria's particular expertise lies in navigating high-stakes, high net worth and complex financial family and relationship law matters, including intricate financial arrangements where multiple corporate entities are involved, property division (within and outside of Australia), and child custody disputes (those within Australia and also, internationally). Maria leads our dynamic family law team with equal parts heart and strategy, to achieve the best possible results for our clients.

Beyond her professional achievements, Maria is a devoted wife and mother of three children and enjoys powerlifting (140 kilo deadlift anyone?)