Calm and foresightful.
Separation is one of the hardest things a family goes through. My job is to help you resolve what matters - without the cost, conflict and uncertainty of court.
Why Me
For over fifteen years, I've worked in family law - as a lawyer, a Mediator and most recently as a Senior Judicial Registrar in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.
I've seen what happens when families can't find their own way through.
Now I help them find it.
What I Bring
Calm
When everything feels urgent and charged, I don't react. I stay steady. It's not about suppressing emotion. It's about moving past it so you can focus on making a decision.
Foresight
I have the knowledge about how the Court applies the law to make a determination - and what it costs to get there. That perspective helps you understand what is realistic.
Resolution
My job isn't just to get you talking. It's to help you reach an agreement you can live with - one that lasts because you chose it.
Experience
Hundreds of mediations. High conflict. Complex dynamics. Feelings of helplessness. Deep understanding of the law. I've seen what works and what doesn't.
Who I Help
For Families
You might be here because your lawyer suggested me. Or because the other party's lawyer did. Either way, my role is the same: I don't take sides. I'm here to help both of you reach an outcome you can live with - one that works for your family, not just on paper.
For Lawyers
You need a mediator who can adapt to the needs of your client, who can redirect the discussions when things deviate and who appreciates the real cost if parties don't settle. I've been in the Court - I've seen what you see. And I know how to help your clients consider what's realistic before they spend another year in litigation. I do this in a manner which is consistent with how they see their circumstances; I meet them where they're at.
Accreditations
Former Senior Judicial Registrar, Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
Advanced Accredited Mediator (AMDRAS)
Advanced Accredited Mediator (Resolution Institute)
Accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP) - authorised to issue section 60I Certificates
- GK (Gerardine Kelly)
Ready to talk?
If you're not sure whether mediation is right for your situation, I'm happy to talk it through. No obligation. Just a conversation.
