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Smart Choice Law

Smart Choice Law

4.7(15 reviews)See reviews ↓·Coffs Harbour

About the company

Smart Choice Law is a local Coffs Harbour law firm. The firm offers legal services in family law, wills and estate law. Kerstin Thode is the solicitor at Smart Choice Law. The firm is based in the Coffs Harbour area. The firm offers collaborative practice for amicable separation. Kerstin Thode is a certified divorce coach.

Kerstin Thode is a co-author of the book Emotional Alchemy. The firm prepares Consent Orders, Divorce Applications, Pre-nuptual Agreements, Binding Financial Agreements, Parenting Plans, and other court documents. The firm drafts Wills, Power of Attorneys, Enduring Guardianships and prepares applications for a Grant of Probate for Estates.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Smart Choice Law has built a following among clients in Coffs Harbour who describe the firm as a compassionate and principled presence during testing family law matters. Several customers note that Kirsten explains legal details clearly and follows issues through until they are reasonably settled, an approach that has earned repeat engagements over a number of years. Language and cultural barriers are mentioned by at least one client who felt supported rather than overwhelmed by the process. One thing mentioned again and again is the responsiveness of the team and the steady stream of updates provided as matters develop.

Support staff, including legal assistant Liana, are acknowledged by name for their part in keeping clients informed. Estate planning and general legal work also appear among the services described, and reviewers consistently characterise the practice as professional, knowledgeable and respectful. Clients value the personal touch and the fair, amicable handling of stressful situations, with longstanding customers returning across multiple matters. The firm is portrayed as approachable and thorough, with a no-nonsense manner that keeps people involved and informed throughout their legal matters.

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Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Tara2 April 2026

Such a hard working, highly communicative and professional team of people, there are no weak links in this law firm. I was represented by Ruby Poynter, she is exceptional in what she does. Ruby dedicates everything she has to her job and it shows in her court outcomes. Ruby stood up for me when no one else would. I have complete confidence In recommending this firm to anyone regarding family Law.

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Summer Davis24 March 2026

Kerstin & her team have been very easy to work with throughout the transition, making my experience as smooth as possible They’ve given clear and more than enough sufficient advise, been very professional and extremely thorough including updates along the way Highly recommend Kerstin for any legal matters

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Sharon Pelt24 December 2025

We have dealt with SCL on various occasions over the past 5 years. At any time we have felt in good hands. The team have always been professional, knowledgeable and respectful with a personal touch. Kudos to yous!

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Alex Conejo11 December 2025

I’m a CALD person so there is language and culture barrier. Kerstin and team were always very supportive, making a stressful process feel easy, very responsive and never escalate the situation always looking for the most fair and amicable process. Thank you Kerstin and team for your support, I hope you can keep helping people in stressful times!

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Megan Heuvels13 October 2025

Professional and efficient, as you would expect plus bright ,smiley faces.

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Chrissy25 September 2025

I want to thank Kirsten and her team at Smart Choice Law for their time and energy through this challenging time in my life. Everyone has been amazing and so supportive . If you are looking for a supportive , kind and caring solicitor who puts your best needs first you have found the right person Kirsten . Thank you so much for your support and understanding in my case. I do need to say a massive Thank you to Liana Kirsten’s Legal Assistant. You have been an inspiration to me. Your kindness and love has made this process so much easier. So Thank you Liana . It’s a 10/10 from me. Well done. Cheers Christine

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l25 August 2025

Unprofessional and made a lot of mistakes. Had to attend the office to sign the orders three times due to their mistakes, it was lodged with incorrect dates, missing information so it was thrown out of court, lacking in timeliness, took five months for a simple process, one staff member very unprofessional. NO APOLOGIES from them at all. Would not recommend .

Family lawyers in Coffs Harbour compared

Ordered by rating, weighted by the number of reviews — businesses with only a handful of reviews do not jump to the top automatically. 5 businesses in this category in Coffs Harbour are compared.

RankProviderRatingReviewsOpen Sat.
1Farrar Gesini Dunn Family & Estate Lawyers★ 4,970No
2Lee Sames Egan★ 5,012No
3Adendorffs Solicitors and Conveyancers★ 4,917No
4Smart Choice Law (this page)★ 4,715No
5Bryant McKinnon Lawyers★ 4,528No
Contact
+61266561555smartchoicelaw.com.auShop 1/45 Grafton St, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450
Working hours
Monday09:00–16:30
Tuesday09:00–16:30
Wednesday09:00–16:30
Thursday09:00–16:30
Friday09:00–16:30
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed