Business Details
46 Years
experience
Your Trusted Gold Coast Family & Property Law Partner
Keating Lehn Solicitors has been providing expert legal services across South East Queensland for over four decades. Founded in 1980 by Robert Lehn and Kate Keating, our firm combines deep industry experience with a personalized approach to address the needs of families, small businesses, and large developers. Our team includes Queensland Law Society Accredited Specialists in Family Law and Property Law, ensuring clients receive precise, informed guidance tailored to their unique circumstances. Recognized by Doyles Guide to the Legal Profession as a First Tier Family Law firm on the Gold Coast, we maintain a strong reputation for excellence in complex legal matters.Our commitment to continuous education and peer-reviewed standards ensures our practitioners remain at the forefront of their fields. We prioritize client support through compassionate representation, leveraging industry connections to deliver holistic solutions. From family law disputes to commercial property transactions, our focus remains on achieving optimal outcomes while upholding the highest ethical and professional standards.
Services
Family Law
Commercial & Property Law
Wills & Estates
Conveyancing
Mediation
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of combined legal expertise in family and property law.
- Our team includes Queensland Law Society Accredited Specialists in key practice areas.
- Recognized as a First Tier Family Law firm by Doyles Guide to the Legal Profession.
- We provide personalized support through complex legal processes with compassion.
- Our online platforms enable accessible, efficient client engagement for new matters.
Associations and certifications
- Queensland Law Society
What people say
Amazing support
Expertise
Best possible outcome
Compassionate representation
One step ahead
Services
Family Law
Our Family Law practice addresses parenting arrangements, property settlements, and spousal maintenance with compassionate expertise. We handle complex cases involving interstate and international assets, child relocation, and Hague Convention matters. Clients benefit from our team's decades of experience and recognition as Queensland's leading family law specialists.
Commercial & Property Law
Specializing in commercial transactions and property law, we assist with business sales, leases, multi-unit developments, and GST compliance. Our Accredited Property Law Specialist provides strategic advice for complex conveyancing matters, ensuring smooth property transfers and development projects across Queensland.
Wills & Estates
We create comprehensive estate plans including Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Advanced Health Directives. Our integrated approach addresses blended family dynamics and administers deceased estates through probate applications and dispute resolution, combining family law insights with estate management expertise.
Conveyancing
Our fixed-fee conveyancing service simplifies property transactions for buyers and sellers. We handle contract reviews, settlement processes, and title transfers with transparent pricing, ensuring compliance with Queensland property laws while minimizing client stress during real estate transitions.
Mediation
Led by Nationally Accredited Mediator Kate Keating, our mediation service facilitates cost-effective dispute resolution for family and commercial matters. We employ proven techniques to clarify issues, generate solutions, and achieve binding agreements in purpose-designed facilities accommodating both joint and shuttle mediation formats.
People
Kate Keating
Partner & Accredited Family Law Specialist
With over 35 years' experience, Kate leads our Family Law team as a Queensland Law Society Accredited Specialist and Doyles Guide Pre-eminent Family Lawyer. She combines legal expertise with compassionate representation in complex family matters.
Robert Lehn
Partner & Accredited Property Law Specialist
Robert established the firm in 1980 and serves as Accredited Property Law Specialist. His 40-year career includes advising on complex property transactions, business structures, and commercial developments across Queensland.
Alexis Vaughan
Partner & Accredited Family Law Specialist
Recognized as a Leading Family Lawyer by Doyles Guide, Alexis specializes in high-conflict family law cases. She provides strategic counsel in property settlements and parenting arrangements with a focus on client advocacy.
Sasha Sarai
Partner & Accredited Family Law Specialist
Sasha brings extensive experience in family law litigation and alternative dispute resolution. Her practice emphasizes practical solutions for clients navigating complex relationship breakdowns and child custody matters.
Tess Lehn
Special Counsel
Tess specializes in family law matters as a Doyles Guide Family Law Rising Star. She provides expert advice on parenting arrangements, property settlements, and domestic violence issues with a client-centered approach.
Questions
What areas of law does Keating Lehn Solicitors specialize in?
We specialize in Family Law, Commercial & Property Law, Wills & Estates, Conveyancing, and Mediation services across Queensland and international jurisdictions.
Are your lawyers accredited specialists?
Yes, our partners hold Queensland Law Society Accreditation in Family Law and Property Law, with recognition in Doyles Guide to the Legal Profession.
Can I start a legal matter online?
Yes, we offer secure online platforms for initiating family law matters and estate planning consultations with guided interview processes.
Do you handle international legal matters?
Our firm assists with international family law issues including asset tracing, child abduction under Hague Convention, and cross-border child support enforcement.
What payment options are available?
We offer fixed-fee conveyancing services and discuss tailored payment arrangements for other legal matters during initial consultations.
Are emergency legal services available?
While we don't provide 24/7 emergency services, we prioritize urgent matters during business hours and offer after-hours contact options for critical situations.
