About Us
Our Principal Director, Nicole Evans, has over 15 years experience at national and boutique law firms in family law, criminal law and wills & estates litigation. Having worked in some of Sydney's leading law firms, Nicole is highly experienced in several practice areas.
OUR EXPERTISE
We regularly appear in the Family Court in property and parenting matters and our client base includes mums and dads, same-sex couples, high net worth individuals, high profile business people, celebrities and sporting professionals.
Our firm also has extensive criminal law experience with AVO's, assaults, sexual assaults, theft, drugs, mental health applications, firearms, fraud, ASIC prosecutions, Crime Commission matters, bail applications and appeals.
In the Doyle’s Guide Nicole Evans is rated by her peers as a ‘Recommended’ NSW Estate Litigation Lawyer. Nicole is also the author of Lesbians & The Law: A Guidebook for Australian Families.
WHERE TO FIND US
Our firm is conveniently located at Clarence Chambers, in the heart of the Sydney CBD.
We are assisted by a team of paralegals and support staff to ensure your case gets all the attention it needs.
Meet the Team
NICOLE EVANS
Our Principal Director Nicole Evans develops long standing relationships with her clients and has particular expertise in criminal and family law cases involving allegations of indecent/sexual assault/domestic violence and same-sex parenting matters.
In the Doyle’s Guide Nicole Evans is rated by her peers as a ‘Recommended’ NSW Estate Litigation Lawyer. Nicole is also the author of Lesbians & The Law: A Guidebook for Australian Families.
Nicole is passionate about the law. She loves writing and has been published in The Huffington Post Australia and Mamamia. Nicole is also an avid cook and appeared on Season One of Come Dine with Me Australia and Season One of Masterchef Australia.
Nicole was recently featured on the 7.30 Report on the ABC as the legal expert on the High Court case of Masson v Parsons. Go to our Press page to see all of Nicole's interviews and articles.
KAREN OLIVEIRA
Karen graduated from the University of Technology, Sydney and was admitted as lawyer in
New South Wales in 2012. She completed her practical legal training at Marrickville Legal
Centre where she was exposed a to variety of matters.
After graduating, Karen worked for a boutique firm in Sydney where she was involved in
large corporate litigation matters. She has also worked in a large international firm assisting
in mergers & acquisitions and commercial litigation.
Since early 2017, Karen has developed a passion for family law and criminal law. She joined
Nicole Evans Lawyers in 2019.
Originally from Brazil, Karen has been living in Australia for the last 18 years. Her vibrant
and compassionate personality is an asset to our firm and clients.
OUR DIFFERENCE
We are on a mission to provide our clients with superior results, without charging an arm and a leg.
WE SEE THINGS DIFFERENTLY
This comes from our progressive approach to the law and our commitment to client service.
Our aim is to simplify the law for our clients and take away the complexity of the litigation process.
We recognise that every case is different and requires a unique set of skills and attention.
We offer our clients Online Services to legal documents that should not cost an arm and a leg.
WHO WE WORK WITH
We work with Sydney's leading criminal and family law barristers
WE PICK THE BRIGHTEST BUNCH
We work with Sydney's leading barristers.
Waratah Chambers
Culwulla Chambers
Forbes Chambers
Trust Chambers
Denman Chambers
Wentworth Selbourne Chambers
Maurice Byers Chambers
Family Law Chambers
FEES & CHARGES
An initial discussion is always free
FIXED FEE INITIAL CONSULTATION
We have a client-focused billing philosophy, and we will discuss the fees with you at the outset before starting your matter.
We offer fixed fee initial consultations to provide you with advice on the spot to help you get your matter started.
Our commitment to you is to get you the best result possible.
Contact us to discuss your needs and how we can help you.
HOW WE WORK
We build long term relationships with our clients
WE CUT THROUGH THE LEGAL JARGON
We build long term relationships with our clients.
We get to know who you are and what brought you to us in the first place so we understand the legal issues you face and how we can help you through those issues.
We know you are busy. We can discuss your matter in person, by email, Facetime or Skype. We can come to your office or home or meet you at our office.
We work to achieve the best outcome for you.
Get in touch with us today to see how we can help you.
