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Mairead Melia, Senior Lawyer Mairead Melia brings extensive expertise in family law, having dedicated her legal career to this field since her admission to practice in 2011. Before her role at Emera Family Law, Mairead honed her skills over eight years at a large multi-national law firm. Her experience spans an array of family law aspects, including divorce, parenting matters, property and financial settlements, de facto matters, spousal maintenance, financial agreements, and child support agreements. Mairead is committed to offering her clients clear, concise advice, ensuring legal concepts are accessible and services are tailored to individual needs. She values engagement with clients from various backgrounds, striving for outcomes that are sensible, practical, and realistic. Originally from regional Victoria, Mairead now resides in the western suburbs of Melbourne, operating out of both the Melbourne and Sunshine offices. Her dedication to the legal community is evidenced by her position on the Executive Committee of the Western Suburbs Law Association. Outside the office, Mairead enjoys exploring local cafes for brunch and embarking on road trips to the coast or countryside with her family.
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Senior Lawyer
Emera Family Law
Apr 2019 - Present • 7 years 7 months
Associate
Slater and Gordon Lawyers
Feb 2017 - Jul 2018 • 1 year 5 months
Lawyer
Slater and Gordon Lawyers
Dec 2013 - Feb 2017 • 3 years 2 months
Client Services Consultant, Legal Assistant, Law Clerk
Slater and Gordon Lawyers
Jan 2010 - Dec 2013 • 3 years 11 months
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
Leo Cussen Centre for Law
2009 - 2010
Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law
La Trobe University
2004 - 2008
Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management)
La Trobe University
2004
Last checked: 15 May 2026 • Checked with Victorian Legal Services
