

Tamara Hensen serves as the Legal Practice Director at Hensen Maxwell Solicitors and leads the Family Law division, along with other key areas including Domestic Violence and Child Protection. Admitted to both the Queensland Supreme Court and the Australian High Court, Tamara practices within both Queensland and Federal jurisdictions. Her deep compassion and dedication guide her engagement with families, providing support during challenging transitions. With a strong focus on equitable outcomes, Tamara assists families in building robust futures, leveraging her background in psychology to facilitate low-conflict, negotiated resolutions. Her extensive work in domestic violence and child protection is complemented by her involvement with Bravehearts, enhancing her capacity to deliver comprehensive support. Tamara's practice also encompasses Wills and Estates, offering a holistic service to family law clients where property and family settlements intersect. Beyond her professional role, she dedicates time as a gymnastics coach and judge, specialising in acrobatic gymnastics, and occasionally participates in ninja warrior events. Her career includes a progression through various roles, beginning as a Solicitor at Davey Law and North Law, advancing to Senior Associate and Principal roles before her current directorship. Educationally, Tamara holds a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from Queensland University of Technology and a dual Bachelor Degree in Law and Psychological Science from Griffith University. Through her legal expertise and compassionate approach, Tamara helps clients navigate some of the most challenging times with confidence and care.
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Legal Practice Director
Hensen Maxwell Solicitors
Jul 2023 - Present • 3 years 4 months
Principal
Denise Maxwell
Jul 2022 - Jun 2023 • 11 months
Senior Associate
Denise Maxwell
Jan 2021 - Jul 2022 • 1 year 6 months
Solicitor
Denise Maxwell
Apr 2020 - Jan 2021 • 9 months
Solicitor
North Law
Nov 2017 - Apr 2020 • 2 years 5 months
Acrobatic Gymnastics Head Coach
Mitchelton Youth Club
Jan 2016 - Present • 10 years 10 months
Solicitor
Davey Law
Sep 2015 - Nov 2017 • 2 years 2 months

Research Project
Bravehearts Inc.
Jan 2014 - Jul 2015 • 1 year 6 months
Acrobatic Gymnastics Head Coach
Robertson Gymnastics Club
Jan 2012 - Jan 2016 • 4 years
Receptionist/'Girl Friday'
Lyons O'Shea & Co, Solicitors
Jan 2008 - Feb 2009 • 1 year 1 month
Gymnastics Coach (Acrobatic Gymnastics)
Revolution GymSports, Sandgate PCYC, Splitz Gymnastics Club
Jan 2006 - Present • 20 years 10 months

Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice, Law
Queensland University of Technology
2014 - 2015

Bachelor Law/Bachelor Psychological Science
Griffith University
2009 - 2013
Last checked: 6 May 2026 • Checked with Queensland Law Society