Kelly Dewey is the Principal at Advocate Lawyers, bringing a wealth of experience to clients in Tasmania and beyond. Admitted to the Supreme Court of Tasmania in 2012 and the High Court of Australia in 2013, she is a seasoned litigator with practice across various state and federal courts. Kelly's broad expertise encompasses family law, commercial disputes, employment law, personal injury, administrative law, and criminal prosecution, offering comprehensive legal services across these areas. Kelly completed her Master of Laws with a focus on Commercial Litigation and is a Nationally Accredited Mediator. Her mediation skills enhance her ability to resolve disputes efficiently, saving clients time and stress. She understands the personal impact of legal issues, especially in family and employment law, and provides clear and pragmatic advice to ensure clients are well-informed about their options and potential outcomes. Having started her career in civil litigation in Brisbane, Kelly moved to Sydney to continue her legal journey. She worked for various firms, including David Landa Stewart Lawyers, where she significantly developed the family law practice. At the NSW Department of Planning, Environment & Industry, she managed large-scale litigation involving planning and administrative reviews, personal injury claims, and criminal appeals. In 2022, Kelly established Advocate Lawyers to provide dedicated support to clients in need. With offices in Kingston and Hobart, the firm assists clients with family law, employment law, commercial disputes, contract advice, administrative appeals, debt recovery, and more. Kelly is committed to providing specialist legal advice tailored to client needs, always striving to keep costs manageable. Her approach ensures clients receive not only legal guidance but also strategic advice on how disputes may resolve in the real world.
Principal
Advocate Lawyers
Apr 2022 - Present • 4 years 7 months
Associate Lawyer
Paula Sutherland & Associates Lawyers
Oct 2021 - Mar 2022 • 5 months
Senior Legal Officer - Litigation
NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment
Jul 2018 - Oct 2021 • 3 years 3 months
Solicitor & Accredited Mediator
David Landa Stewart Lawyers
Aug 2015 - Jul 2018 • 2 years 11 months
Solicitor
Grahame Jackson & Associates, Attorneys at Law
Jul 2013 - Aug 2015 • 2 years 1 month
Solicitor
Lillas & Loel Lawyers
Oct 2012 - May 2013 • 7 months
Law Clerk
Mackie Crompton Lawyers
May 2012 - Jul 2012 • 2 months
Volunteer with the Mental Health Diversion List
Magistrates Court of Tasmania
Sep 2010 - Aug 2011 • 11 months
Volunteer advice line operator
Tenant's Union of Tasmania
Mar 2010 - Mar 2012 • 2 years
Volunteer with the Mental Health Tribunal Representation Scheme
Advocacy Tasmania Inc.
Jan 2010 - Jul 2012 • 2 years 6 months
Nationally Accredited Mediator Training Program & National Mediation Assessment, Dispute Resolution
The College of Law Australia
2016
Master of Laws (LLM), Commercial Litigation
The College of Law Australia
2014 - 2017
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, Law
University of Tasmania
2012
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws, Law and Sociology
University of Tasmania
2004 - 2011
Last checked: 1 May 2026 • Checked with The Law Society of Tasmania
