

Raegyn Townsend, Principal of the firm, brings a wealth of experience in family law, having advised clients on complex family matters for over a decade. Holding a Masters in Applied Family Law, Raegyn has honed her legal acumen and strategic insights to deliver comprehensive legal services to her clients. Her tenure at Brisbane Family Law Services, since August 2012, underscores her commitment to supporting families through challenging times with empathy and professionalism. Before her current role, Raegyn served as an Associate at Sciaccas Family Lawyers, where she provided valuable contributions to family law cases. Her earlier career with Sciacca's Lawyers further solidified her expertise during her time as a Family Lawyer. Her ability to manage departments effectively was demonstrated in her prior role as a Solicitor and Department Manager at Shine Lawyers Ltd, where she also gained significant leadership experience. Raegyn’s educational background is rooted in an impressive academic journey, commencing with a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Legal Studies from Murdoch University. She advanced her practical skills with a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from the College of Law, followed by a Graduate Diploma in Family Dispute Resolution Practice. These qualifications highlight her dedication to continuous learning and her ability to adapt to the evolving legal landscape. Throughout her career, Raegyn has been driven by a passion for facilitating fair and equitable resolutions for families, drawing on her extensive practice management experience from her time at Rattigan & Associates in Perth. Her legal proficiency and compassionate approach position her as a trusted advocate for those in need of family law services.
Associate
Sciaccas Family Lawyers
Apr 2013 - Oct 2013 • 6 months
Principal
Brisbane Family Law Services
Aug 2012 - Present • 14 years 3 months

Family Lawyer
Sciacca's Lawyers
Jun 2012 - Apr 2013 • 10 months

Solicitor / Department Manager
Shine Lawyers Ltd
Nov 2008 - Feb 2011 • 2 years 3 months
Practice Manager
Rattigan & Associates
Jul 2002 - Nov 2008 • 6 years 4 months

Graduate Diploma, Family Dispute Resolution Practice
The College of Law Australia
2017 - 2017

Masters in Applied Family Law
College of Law
2011 - 2013

Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
College of Law
2008 - 2008

BLS, LLB
Murdoch University
2000 - 2008
Last checked: 18 May 2026 • Checked with Queensland Law Society