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Shoalhaven Family Law

Shoalhaven Family Law

5.0(61 reviews)See reviews ↓·Nowra

About the company

Shoalhaven Family Law is a law firm exclusively devoted to family law. The firm is a small team. Elspeth Finney is the Director and a Lawyer, an Accredited Specialist in Family Law, a Mediator (FDRP) and a Parenting Coordinator. Rachael McKenzie and Ellen Collins are Associate Lawyers.

Isabella Gallant is a Lawyer. Rebecca Gibson is the Office & Accounts Manager. Samantha Botica and Hollie West are Senior Legal Assistants. The firm offers fixed fee pricing. It serves the Nowra and Ulladulla regions. The firm's main services are family law matters including children and property.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Commitment to clients through emotionally difficult family law disputes is the theme that surfaces most often in feedback on this Nowra practice, with Elspeth and her colleagues described as knowledgeable, honest and genuinely caring from the initial call to the closing stages of a matter. Reviewers repeatedly mention feeling supported and kept informed across separation, parenting arrangements and complex property settlements, and the clear, direct communication is credited with keeping conflict low when circumstances were stressful.

The all-female team is praised for fostering an environment in which clients feel safe and heard without judgement, a factor that made a marked difference to those dealing with traumatic histories. Practical guidance is another common thread, with clients noting that firm advice helped them make hard decisions when they felt unable to do so alone, and that applications and outcomes were handled successfully.

An aspect raised across a number of reviews is the absence of unnecessary fees or misleading conduct, with costs described as transparent and straightforward. Kindness, patience and a steady focus on children's interests run through many accounts, and long-standing clients observe that the same standard of care was maintained over many months. Mediation and divorce work feature among the matters discussed.

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Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Hayley Edwards3 September 2026

I honestly cannot recommend Shoalhaven Family Law highly enough. From the very beginning, they guided me through an incredibly difficult family law dispute involving a deeply traumatic history. Going through something like this can be frightening, overwhelming and incredibly lonely, but having Shoalhaven Family Law beside me changed that experience completely. From the moment I walked through their doors, I felt safe, heard, valued and genuinely cared for. They never made me feel like I was just another case or another file. They listened, they understood, they advocated for me and they made me feel like I mattered. There were moments throughout this process when I was scared and overwhelmed, but knowing I had this team behind me gave me a sense of strength and reassurance that I desperately needed. They made an incredibly difficult process feel smoother, more manageable and, most importantly, safer. The whole team worked together so seamlessly. Everyone supported each other and contributed their knowledge and expertise to ensure I had the strongest representation possible. At times, it honestly felt like I had an entire army standing behind me - and that feeling was incredibly reassuring when I felt like I was facing so much on my own. Elspeth and her team were an absolute pleasure to deal with. Elspeth is incredibly down-to-earth, compassionate, approachable and genuine. She has a wonderful ability to make you feel safe and comfortable, even when you're discussing some of the hardest and most frightening experiences of your life. That meant more to me than I could ever properly express. What stood out to me most was the genuine care. I felt supported not only as a client, but as a person. They understood that this was about so much more than legal paperwork; it was about protecting what mattered most to me and helping me navigate an incredibly challenging chapter of my life. I truly could not have asked for a better team to have beside me. Their professionalism, dedication, compassion and genuine commitment to their clients are exceptional. Shoalhaven Family Law is, without a doubt, the best legal team I have ever encountered. I would wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone needing family law support, particularly anyone who is navigating a difficult or traumatic situation and needs to know that they are not alone. To Elspeth, Isabella and the entire Shoalhaven Family Law team - Thank you. Thank you for standing beside me, for making me feel safe, for fighting for me and for giving me confidence when I didn't always have it myself. I will always be incredibly grateful for everything you have done for me.

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Cindy Dibben1 August 2026

Thank you Elspeth and your amazing team. You supported and guided me through one of the most challenging times of my life, and every step of the way I genuinely felt you had my back and always had my best interests at heart. Having an all-female team made such a difference. I felt safe to share my story, never judged, and always understood. Your kindness, compassion and professionalism gave me the confidence to keep moving forward, even on the hardest days. The beautiful little gifts given along the way may seem like a small gesture, but they meant so much. They reminded me that I wasn't just another client, I was a person who was cared for. Thank you, Elspeth and your wonderful team, for your support, your empathy, and for helping me through a chapter I'll never forget. I'll always be grateful.

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Jordan15 April 2026

Elspeth and her team have been absolutely amazing to deal with. They’re professional, on the ball, and clearly committed to getting the best outcome. They don’t mess around, but at the same time they’re respectful, understanding, and genuinely care about you as a client. I’ve felt supported and kept in the loop the whole way through, which makes a huge difference. I trust them completely and HIGHLY recommend them to anyone in need of their services.

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Jason Campbell31 March 2026

It is always a difficult first step to choose a law firm that you feel confident with to help resolve your family law matter. After my initial meeting with Elspeth I felt like I was going to be in good hands. I am so grateful to the team at Shoalhaven Family Law for their efficient guidance in order to achieve a fantastic result. They were always focused on the end goal and kept me well informed every step of the way. I would not hesitate to call Elspeth again if I ever needed advice on any family law matter.

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Peter Griffiths27 November 2025

The team at Shoalhaven Family Law are an exceptional team of professionals, from admin to solicitors. Every step is carefully and professionally navigated with clear intentions for the clients best interests. Would highly recommend.

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Sarah Heyligers1 August 2025

I had a wonderful experience with Shoalhaven Family Law, and I can't recommend them highly enough. From the very first interaction, all the staff were warm, personable, and incredibly supportive—making a challenging family law process feel that much easier to navigate. Elspeth was absolutely fabulous. She brought a perfect balance of professionalism, deep legal knowledge, and empathy to every step of the journey. She was clear and confident in her advice, and firm when the situation called for it—something I truly appreciated. I always felt heard, respected, and well-represented. Thank you, Elspeth and team, for your dedication and care. I'm so grateful to have had you on my side.

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Shentelle Jarvis10 June 2025

Elspeth and her team at Shoalhaven Family Law were very supportive during the entire process. They provided clear and compassionate communication every step of the way. Highly recommend.

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Contact
+61244804033www.shoalhavenfamilylaw.com7/51 Kinghorne St, Nowra NSW 2541
Working hours
Monday09:00–16:00
Tuesday09:00–16:00
Wednesday09:00–16:00
Thursday09:00–16:00
FridayClosed
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed