Business Details
25 Years
experience
Trusted Family Law Services in Brisbane
Simonidis Steel Lawyers is a distinguished family law firm with over three decades of experience dedicated to providing compassionate and strategic legal support. Our team specialises in navigating the complexities of family law, offering tailored guidance to clients facing separation, divorce, child custody, property settlements, and domestic violence cases. With a proactive approach rooted in anticipating legal challenges, we prioritise client well-being and long-term outcomes. Our commitment to transparency ensures clients receive clear fee structures and honest communication throughout their legal journey.Recognised by Doyles Guide as a leading family law firm in Brisbane, we combine deep expertise with a client-centric ethos to deliver fair and efficient resolutions. Our lawyers, including directors Deano Simonidis and Luke Steel, bring extensive experience and a collaborative mindset to every case, ensuring consistent service quality and unwavering advocacy for families in transition.
Services
Family Law
Child Support
Property Settlements
Domestic Violence Cases
De Facto Relationships
Court Proceedings
Spousal Maintenance
Parenting Arrangements
Financial Agreements
Mediation Services
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- 30 years of family law expertise with proactive case strategy development
- Transparent fee structure with no hidden costs
- Award-winning service recognised by Doyles Guide
- Compassionate lawyers prioritising client emotional stability
- Proven track record in complex family law matters
Associations and certifications
- Doyles Guide
What people say
Exceptional experience
Professionals with amazing guidance
Instantly felt heard
Calm patient demeanour
Work incredibly hard
Services
Family Law
Our family law services specialise in guiding clients through separation, divorce, and related legal matters with strategic foresight. We combine 30+ years of experience with a proactive approach to anticipate legal challenges, ensuring clients achieve fair outcomes while minimising emotional stress. Our team provides comprehensive support across all family law domains.
Child Support
We specialise in calculating fair child support payments, negotiating agreements, and enforcing compliance under the Family Law Act. Our lawyers ensure financial arrangements prioritise children's needs while protecting clients' rights through transparent processes and strategic legal representation.
Property Settlements
Our property settlement services focus on equitable asset division for separating couples, including complex financial arrangements and high-value assets. We specialise in both negotiated settlements and court representation to secure clients' financial futures under Australian family law frameworks.
Domestic Violence Cases
We provide specialist support for domestic violence matters, including urgent protection orders and court representation. Our approach balances legal strategy with compassionate support to ensure client safety while navigating complex family law proceedings.
De Facto Relationships
Our de facto relationship services cover property settlements and maintenance claims for couples separating after 2009. We specialise in navigating the Relationships Act and Family Law Act to protect clients' rights in both heterosexual and same-sex relationship dissolutions.
People
Deano Simonidis
Director
With over 20 years leading family law cases, Deano combines strategic foresight with compassionate advocacy. He established Simonidis Steel in 2001 and maintains hands-on involvement in complex cases while mentoring junior lawyers.
Aimee South
Senior Associate
Specialising in child custody matters, Aimee brings 12 years of family law experience to complex parenting arrangements. Her client-focused approach ensures clear communication during emotionally challenging cases.
Ryan Brenson
Senior Associate
Ryan specialises in property settlements with particular expertise in high-value asset divisions. With 15 years' experience, he combines technical legal knowledge with practical dispute resolution strategies.
Michael Logan
Associate
Michael focuses on financial agreements and spousal maintenance cases. Since joining in 2018, he has developed a reputation for clear fee explanations and accessible legal guidance.
Georgia Simonidis
Lawyer
Georgia specialises in domestic violence applications and protection orders. Since 2020, she has been instrumental in expanding the firm's support services for vulnerable clients.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We specialise in divorce, child custody, property settlements, domestic violence cases, de facto relationship dissolutions, spousal maintenance, and court proceedings under Australian family law.
Are you a Brisbane-based law firm?
Yes, we have two Brisbane offices located at 183 N Quay (CBD) and 7 Alexandra Rd (Ascot), serving clients across Queensland.
Do you offer free consultations?
We provide free 20-30 minute consultations with experienced family lawyers to discuss your case and explain available options.
How experienced is your team?
Our lawyers have cumulative experience spanning 30+ years in family law, with individual practitioners having 12-20 years of specialisation in their fields.
What makes you different from other firms?
Our proactive 'three moves ahead' strategy anticipates legal challenges, while maintaining transparent fees and compassionate support throughout the process.
Can you handle complex cases?
Yes, we specialise in complex matters including high-value property settlements, international child custody disputes, and intricate financial arrangements.
