Gary Yan

Gary Yan is a distinguished partner at Coote Family Lawyers with a robust career spanning over two decades in family law, both in Australia and the UK. He is widely acknowledged for his expertise, consistently ranked as one of Victoria's leading family law practitioners by Doyle's Guide. Gary holds dual qualifications as a solicitor in Australia and England, having honed his skills at the prestigious UK firm Manches LLP, now known as Penningtons Manches Cooper, from 2007 to 2011. His international experience, especially with Asian jurisdictions, informs his specialist interest in cross-border family law matters. Gary routinely advises on complex financial and parenting issues involving multiple jurisdictions, which highlights his proficiency in handling international legal challenges. His contributions to the field are further exemplified by his co-authorship of the Australian chapter in International Relocation of Children: A Global Guide. As a mentor with the Asian-Australian Lawyers Association, Gary is dedicated to nurturing young legal talent and offers bilingual services in Cantonese, with translation available for Mandarin-speaking clients. His professional affiliations include being a Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers and a Law Institute Accredited Specialist in Family Law since 2013. Gary's leadership within the legal community is underscored by his future role on the LIV Family Law Accredited Specialisation Committee starting in 2025. His career reflects a steadfast commitment to advancing family law and providing exceptional client service.