We are a Specialist Family Law firm. We are socially responsible. We aim to make Family Law as accessible as possible.
Most firms are obsessed with billable hours and excessive overheads. They can also be stuffy and outdated. We do not have an expensive CBD office. Our meeting rooms are pleasant (you will be greeted with an expresso coffee complimentary Thankyou water). If you would prefer to pay for needless overheads such as marble floors and expensive art then The FLP is probably not the best fit for you. Our expert staff work remotely as often as possible and are geared with a Macbook and iPhones and paperless files to work from anywhere.
We offer a free no obligation 30 minute interview valued at $250
Shaya Lewis-Dermody
Principal - Family Law Project
Shaya is our Principal Solicitor who has been practising in the area of Family Law for around 15 years. The FLP was started after Shaya's frustration around the lack of quality and accessible Family Law services in both SA and interstate.
Shaya saw first hand the clients who were unable to access legal services due to restrictive fees. She also saw Legal Aid clients being discriminated against and receiving "second rate" services because they were not paying their solicitor privately. She saw a need for private clients to have the option of fixed fee cost agreements. Clients who were "asset rich but cash poor" also needed deferred payment options to ensure that they have quality legal representation.
She is a qualified Independent Children's Lawyer and has received regular appointments from the Court to act for children since completing the National Training Program in Melbourne in 2008.
Shaya has practised exclusively in the area of Family Law at private practices in both Adelaide and Auckland New Zealand. She has also worked for Legal Aid Commissions in Adelaide and more recently in Sydney. Working in both the private and Legal Aid sectors in various geographical areas has given her valuable insight and interaction with a range of clients with various needs. She understands the importance of not only having the right solicitor who knows the system and specialises in Family Law, but who is also empathetic.
Meet the Family Law Project Team
Olga Skordos
Children's MattersOlga is admitted as a Barrister & Solicitor in the Supreme Court of SA and High Court of Australia. She regularly appears in the Family Law Courts and is well respected in the jurisdiction. She is very passionate and a strong advocate.
Olga specialises in Children's matters and works carefully with clients to ensure that they are guided through the difficult process. She has particular focus on client care. She has a high level of patience and empathy.
Olga has previously worked for another private law firm where she predominately practised in Family Law work for a number of years. She also assisted clients in care & protection (Families SA) matters in the Youth Court which gives her good background when working with clients who have had Families SA intervention.
Email: Olga@familylawproject.com.au
David Fryer
Criminal & Family LawyerSpecial Counsel
David has been appointed to the Law Society of South Australia Committee for Children & the Law and Committee for Criminal Law. David is admitted as a Barrister & Solicitor in the Supreme Court of SA and Northern Territory and also the High Court of Australia.
David is a passionate advocate and enjoys Counsel work (including running his own Trials for both family law and criminal law matters).
David has successfully had an article published in the Family Law Review which was in relation to false allegations made by one parent against another in the Family Law proceedings.
David will make you feel at ease whilst providing you with professional advice.
Email: David@familylawprojectcom.au
Cassandra Anderson
ParalegalCassandra has a Law Degree and keen interest in the Family Law jurisdiction. Cassandra has been with us for a couple of years now and she will often be your first port of call when you contact our office.
Cassandra joined Team FLP in our 2017 500km charity bike ride in Thailand demonstrating her commitment to our social responsibility and also her sheer determination to achieve the unthinkable!
Email: Lawyers@familylawprojectcom.au
Elham Rabbah
Firm ChiefElham is our Firm Manager and oversees all staff and clients in both Perth and Adelaide.
Elham has a Law Degree and has previously worked for another private firm in the Solicitor role.
Elham joined the Team when The FLP was newly established and has been with us ever since (aside from many stints travelling overseas). We all love Elham’s presence and the enthusiasm that she brings to the office. Elham is well known to our clients and will also be your regular port of call.
Email: Lawyers@familylawprojectcom.au