Alicia Prest

Alicia Prest brings a wealth of experience to her role as a lawyer, admitted to practice in the ACT Supreme Court and the High Court of Australia. Her career spans both private practice and public sector legal services, complemented by her contributions to academia where she has tutored and developed curriculum for university law students. Alicia’s practice is centred on Family Law and Estate Planning. She adeptly handles a range of Family Law matters, from straightforward cases to intricate issues involving child relocation both domestically and internationally, as well as property disputes ranging from modest to substantial multi-million dollar estates. Her expertise extends to managing complex asset structures such as family trusts and international holdings, including multigenerational farming properties. Alicia is proficient in guiding clients through a variety of legal processes, including divorce applications, child support agreements, and financial settlements, using negotiation, mediation, collaborative practice, and court proceedings. Her comprehensive approach covers various relationship dynamics, including marriages, de facto, and same-sex relationships. Alicia also advises on surrogacy and adoption, formalising these arrangements in the ACT Supreme Court. In the realm of Estate Planning, Alicia's services encompass drafting Wills and Powers of Attorney, managing estate administration with applications for Probate and Letters of Administration, and handling estate disputes alongside Family Provision Claims. Additionally, she provides employment law advice to both employers and employees. Alicia's effectiveness as a lawyer is enhanced by her rural upbringing, which instilled a proactive and detailed approach to her work. She is committed to delivering comprehensive legal solutions and ensuring transparency and communication with her clients throughout the legal process. Her distinguished academic background includes a First Class Honours degree from the University of Canberra, where she was awarded the prestigious Herbert Burton Medal for academic excellence and community contribution. Alicia received multiple accolades for her outstanding academic performance across various legal disciplines and has been published in the Australian Journal of Family Law. Her dedication to the legal community is further evidenced by her involvement in mentoring programs for aspiring lawyers, where she continues to support and guide future legal professionals. Alicia's reputation for excellence is well-recognised among her clients and peers, making her a trusted and respected figure in her field.