Bernadette Johnston
B.A., LL.B. (Melb)
Managing Director
Bernadette is a highly experienced family lawyer with a no-nonsense approach. She graduated from the University of Melbourne in 1989 and has spent over 30 years either practising in a Family Law firm, caring for children or both.
Bernadette has served on the Executive, Court’s Practice and Education sub-committee of the Law Institute of Victoria Family Law Section and has lectured at the Law Institute and the Leo Cussen Institute of Continuing Legal Education. It is her view that effective Family Law practise must combine technical expertise with the ability to identify and solve issues efficiently and with sensitivity.
Bernadette’s approach is down-to-earth. She negotiates effectively, having earnt the respect of her colleagues in the profession. She litigates efficiently and understands the complexities of businesses and families. She adopts a forensic approach and listens to the concerns and priorities of her clients. Bernadette helps them achieve the best result possible so that they can get on with their lives.