Rebecca Badenoch

Rebecca Badenoch is the Legal Practice Director at Culshaw Miller Badenoch Lawyers and a co-founder of this esteemed family law firm established in 2018. With a legal career spanning nearly three decades, Rebecca's expertise in family law is distinguished by her accreditation as a Family Law Specialist since 1998 and her comprehensive skills as a Nationally Accredited Mediator and Arbitrator. Rebecca's practice encompasses all facets of family law, including divorce, property settlements, binding financial agreements, children's matters, child support, and spousal maintenance. She has a strong reputation for offering strategic and practical legal advice tailored to the unique needs of her clients. Rebecca's professional journey began with her admission to practice in 1993 and her signing of the High Court Roll that same year. Over the years, she has become well-regarded for her contributions to family law, including her roles as a Collaborative Lawyer and an Independent Children's Lawyer. Her leadership in family law is further exemplified through her previous position as Family Law Partner at Logie-Smith Lanyon Lawyers and other reputable firms such as Mason Sier Turnbull, Richmond & Bennison, and Slater & Gordon. Throughout her career, Rebecca has held various significant management roles, leading large family law teams across Melbourne. She actively participates in professional committees, contributing to the Law Institute Family Law Section's Courts Practice and Property committees, and she is a member of the Law Council of Australia's Family Law Section and AIFLAM. Rebecca’s dedication to her field extends beyond the courtroom; she is also a long-time supporter and competitor in the Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta. Rebecca holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Melbourne, highlighting her strong academic foundation in law and the arts. Her commitment to excellence and her passion for family law make her a trusted advisor and advocate for her clients.