Nicolas Fuentes

Nicolas Fuentes serves as the Principal Solicitor with a robust career spanning several years in family law. Nicolas has consistently demonstrated his expertise across various facets of family law, engaging in court appearances throughout Australia and effectively settling matters through mediation. His dedication to his clients has been evident in helping them navigate their lives post-separation with grace and clarity. Nicolas's journey in the legal field began at Buckley Lawyers Pty Ltd, where he honed his skills as a solicitor. He further expanded his legal experience with Pannu Lawyers, handling intricate criminal, family, and migration law cases. His work in criminal law involved representing clients in local courts, negotiating with police, and overseeing bail applications, while his family law responsibilities included managing parenting and property matters and engaging in divorce appeals. At Genuine Legal, Nicolas managed family law matters from the ground up, showcasing his proficiency in client interviewing, legal research, and advocacy before the Federal Circuit and Family Courts. His role extended to criminal law, where he handled AVO proceedings and contributed to the withdrawal of charges through successful representations. During his tenure at Familylaw4men, Nicolas undertook an integral business development role, re-designing the firm's website and expanding the client base. At Thexton Lawyers, he managed both criminal and family law matters from inception to resolution, and took on business development initiatives, generating new leads and managing financial aspects through Xero. Earlier roles as a paralegal at Fourtree Lawyers and other legal centres equipped Nicolas with foundational skills in legal research, client interviews, and preparation of court documents. A dedicated professional, Nicolas continues to integrate technological systems into his practice to enhance client communication and service delivery. Nicolas holds a Bachelor of Arts (Writing) and Bachelor of Laws (Hons) from Macquarie University, a Masters of Laws (Criminal Practice) from the University of Wollongong, and a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from The College of Law Australia, reflecting his comprehensive legal education and commitment to his field.