Kirsty Salvestro

Cooma, NSW

About Kirsty

Kirsty Salvestro is a dedicated Principal who brings a compassionate approach to family law, seeking to resolve disputes through collaboration and mediation. With a belief in kinder, client-led methods, she emphasises understanding and the well-being of families. Kirsty's journey in family law began with a combined Law/Arts degree in 2002 and has spanned across Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra, and Cooma, offering her a wealth of experience in handling complex family matters. Her personal background, growing up in a separated family and navigating her own separation while raising two children, has endowed her with profound empathy and insight into the emotional challenges families face. Kirsty's extensive career includes roles such as a Family Law panel member for Legal Aid NSW, a partnership in a law firm, and now, the Principal at Flourish Family Law. Her commitment to peaceful resolutions is recognised by awards, including Family Law Peacemaker of the Year. As a trained and Nationally Accredited Mediator and Collaborative Family Law Practitioner, she excels at guiding families through separation with clarity and care, striving for solutions that are effective and sustainable. Kirsty is also a co-founder of The Kind Lawyers, reflecting her passion for innovative, supportive legal practice. Her forthcoming book, "What Are We Fighting For? A Peaceful Pathway for Separating Couples" underscores her dedication to transformative family law solutions. Kirsty remains committed to helping families navigate their journeys through compassionate, client-centered legal practices.