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Leeann Murphy

Special Counsel
Leeann practises exclusively in family law and advises clients on matrimonial and de facto property settlements and parenting disputes.
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As a special counsel in Cooper Grace Ward’s Family Law team, Leeann advises on all aspects of matrimonial law including complex property settlements, alternative dispute resolution, child-related matters including child support, spousal maintenance and binding financial agreements.

Leeann brings 16 years’ experience in negotiations and litigation in family law matters.

Leeann has been recognised by Best Lawyers Australia for 2021 and 2026.

  • Bachelor of Laws – Griffith University
  • Bachelor of International Business – Griffith University
  • Solicitor – Supreme Court of Queensland
  • Solicitor – High Court of Australia
  • Member – Family Law Practitioners Association.
  • Advising clients in relation to property settlement entitlements in complex property matters.
  • Advising clients in relation to family and domestic violence matters.
  • Advising clients in relation to general parenting matters, including for non-parents and grandparents.
  • Advising clients in relation to international relocation.
  • Advising clients in relation to conflict of laws issues.
  • Advising clients in relation to issues relating to bankruptcy in the context of property settlement matters.
  • Representing clients in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia in relation to property settlement and parenting matters.
  • Representing clients in the Magistrates Court of Queensland in relation to protection order applications.
  • Representing clients in mediations.
  • Preparation of standard and complex consent orders, financial agreements and binding child support agreements.
  • Preparation of applications and evidence in relation to Court matters.

Areas of Expertise

Family law

Publications

Understanding how coercive control may impact your property settlement following amendments to the Family Law Act

Recent amendments to the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) recognise the growing awareness of the subtle yet damaging nature of coercive control and the need to holistically consider its impact on property settlements following separation.

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Coffee with CGW - Get to know Leeann Murphy

Join us for a coffee chat with family law special counsel Leeann Murphy and private client partner Scott Hay-Bartlem. In this candid conversation, we delve into Leeann's background, explore her life outside work, and discuss what gets her excited about her work.

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Cooper Grace Ward celebrates 25 lawyers listed in Best Lawyers 2026

Cooper Grace Ward is proud to announce that 25 of our lawyers have been recognised across 23 expertise areas in Best Lawyers list of leading lawyers for 2026.

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