Leon Berger is a distinguished figure in the field of family law, celebrated for his strategic, sensible, and pragmatic approach to complex legal issues. With over 17 years of experience, he holds the position of Director and co-founder at dignity.edr. Leon's professional journey is marked by a commitment to transforming the landscape of relationship and family law through innovative, people-centred resolution processes that uphold civility and dignity beyond separation. Leon began his legal career after graduating with a Bachelor of Laws from Bond University in 2002 and obtaining a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the Leo Cussen Centre for Law in 2004. He previously served as a Partner at Berger Kordos Lawyers, where he developed his expertise in family law over 16 years. His qualifications include being a Family Law Accredited Specialist, an AMDRAS Accredited Mediator, and an Accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner. Renowned for his efforts to resolve family law matters outside the courtroom, Leon assists clients with binding financial agreements, including pre-nuptial agreements, consent orders, contact arrangements, property settlements, and divorce applications. His approach prioritises mediation and facilitation, aiming for resolutions that benefit all parties involved. In addition to his legal work, Leon enjoys cooking, watching the English Premier League, reading, and spending time with his family. Clients can reach him at dignity.edr, where his dedication to family law continues to make a positive impact.
Director
dignity.edr | dignity.legal
Jul 2021 - Present • 5 years 4 months
Partner
Berger Kordos Lawyers
Jul 2013 - Jun 2021 • 7 years 11 months
Senior Associate
Jan 2005 - Jul 2013 • 8 years 6 months
NMAS Mediation Training Course
Australian Institute of Family Law Arbitrators and Mediators
2021
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice
Leo Cussen Centre for Law
2004
Bachelor of Laws
Bond University
1999 - 2002
Last checked: 1 Feb 2026 • Checked with Victorian Legal Services Board
