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. We also work in the Children's Court acting for children, and parents/foster carers in Care & Protection matters.
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 | Principal director
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 | LAWYER
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.
EMMA WILSON | ASSOCIATE
Emma was admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of NSW and the High Court of Australia in 2008.
A graduate of the University of Western Australia, Emma worked as a paralegal for 8 years prior to becoming a solicitor.
Emma worked in commercial law initially and transitioned into Family Law in 2010 after working as a volunteer at Redfern Legal Centre where she discovered a strong interest and desire to practice exclusively in Family Law.
Emma has successfully represented clients in all areas of Family Law including Property matters, Divorce Applications and Financial Agreements.
Emma is also experienced in complex Parenting matters including Relocation, Adoption and matters involving sensitive parenting issues.
Emma is a member of the NSW Law Society, the Women Lawyers Association of NSW and the NSW Young Lawyers.
ROWENA MORGAN-BRett | LAWYER
Rowena studied at Macquarie University and graduated with a Bachelor of Laws majoring in Environmental Law and Science in February 2018.
Throughout her degree, Rowena worked as a lifeguard and also performed in volunteer roles at Marrickville Legal Centre and Aboriginal Legal Services, Crime Division, Parramatta.
Rowena went on to work for boutique law firms in the areas of Family Law, Criminal Law, Strata Law and Wills & Estates. Rowena has experience in appearing across a variety of local courts in Sydney including the Family Court and Federal Circuit Court and the Downing Centre Local Court and District Court. Rowena also appears in the Supreme Court in Estates Law.
Rowena represented Australia in Indoor Women's Volleyball from 2002 to 2010, with the highlight of her career being representing Australia in the World Championships in Germany in 2003. Rowena also played volleyball professionally in Holland from 2003 to 2009, and brings the drive and work ethics she gained from professional sport to her legal practice.
Since 2017, Rowena has been on the tribunal for AFL NSW/ACT. In 2018, Rowena was on the tribunal for volleyball in the Commonwealth Games, and was the Chair of the tribunal for the Australian Volleyball Federation in 2018/2019.
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.
