

Andrew Gaddes is the Principal Lawyer at Fortisen Legal Law Practice, based in Southeast Queensland. With 19 years of legal experience, Andrew is dedicated to providing clarity and support to clients navigating the challenging waters of separation and divorce. His practice focuses on family law, including financial separation, parenting arrangements, and domestic violence cases. Andrew's empathetic and thorough approach ensures clients are well-informed and confident in their decisions. He offers personalised legal strategies without resorting to one-size-fits-all solutions, understanding that each client's situation is unique. Throughout his career, Andrew has gained substantial experience in civil litigation and insolvency, enhancing his capability to manage complex disputes efficiently. His background includes positions at Tucker & Cowan Solicitors, Greenhalgh Pickard Solicitors, and Hemming and Hart Lawyers. Andrew's commitment to his clients is further exemplified by his emphasis on education and informed decision-making. He believes in fact-checking and maintains meticulous records to deliver accurate, timely legal advice. Andrew holds a Bachelor of Laws from Queensland University of Technology and has completed a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice. He also has a Bachelor of Business Management from Griffith University and has undertaken a Practice Management Course at the College of Law. He is devoted to providing a compassionate legal service that seeks to alleviate the anxiety and confusion often associated with family law disputes.

Principal
Fortisen Legal
Jun 2011 - Present • 15 years 5 months
Lawyer - Civil Litigation & Insolvency
Tucker & Cowan Solicitors
May 2010 - Jun 2011 • 1 year 1 month
Lawyer - Civil Litigation
Hemming and Hart Lawyers
Jan 2007 - Apr 2007 • 3 months
Lawyer - Family Law, Civil Litigation & Insolvency
Greenhalgh Pickard Solicitors
Jun 2005 - Jun 2009 • 4 years

Lawyer - Work Experience
Sparke Helmore Lawyers
Jul 2003 - Oct 2003 • 3 months
Lawyer - Work Experience
Stockley & Furlong Lawyers
Nov 2002 - Nov 2002 • 0 months

Practice Management Course
College of Law
2008 - 2008

Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
QUT (Queensland University of Technology)
2005 - 2005

Bachelor of Laws - LLB
QUT (Queensland University of Technology)
2001 - 2004

Bachelor of Business Management
Griffith University
1999 - 2001

Practice Management
Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie)
1986 - 1992
Last checked: 5 May 2026 • Checked with Queensland Law Society