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Lana Lakofski is a Principal Lawyer with over 25 years of experience, primarily in family law. Throughout her extensive career, Lana has gained significant expertise in managing complex parenting and financial disputes, providing thoughtful and thorough legal guidance tailored to each client’s circumstances. Her approach emphasises personalised attention, supporting clients through every step of what can often be a difficult and emotional process. As a mother of three, Lana brings a nuanced understanding of family dynamics that informs her advice and advocacy. In addition to her family law work, Lana is experienced in compliance, litigation, and wills and estates matters. She demonstrates a strong commitment to staying informed on emerging legal developments, particularly in the area of medicinal cannabis law. Lana actively engages with industry experts and participates in forums and symposiums to deepen her knowledge of regulatory, medical, and technological aspects affecting this field. This ongoing involvement enables her to offer clients clear and informed guidance in navigating the complexities associated with medicinal cannabis regulations. Clients working with Lana can expect practical solutions delivered with empathy and professionalism.
Co-Founder & Co-CEO
Partways
Jun 2025 - Present • 1 year 5 months
Principal
L&M Law
Dec 2018 - Present • 7 years 11 months
Solicitor
Diana Perla & Associates
Mar 2012 - Dec 2018 • 6 years 9 months
Solicitor - Immigration and Commercial Law
Philip Silver & Associates
Oct 2011 - Apr 2012 • 6 months
Professional Consultant
SMS Migration
Dec 2010 - Dec 2011 • 1 year
Legal Counsel - In-House Advisor
The Loan Club Pty Ltd
Dec 2005 - Dec 2007 • 2 years
In-House Counsel
Healthland Australia Pty Ltd
Dec 1998 - Dec 2000 • 2 years
Solicitor
Selby Anderson Attorneys and Consultants
Dec 1998 - Dec 2000 • 2 years
Solicitor - Commercial and Property Law
Selby Anderson & Associates
Dec 1998 - Dec 2001 • 3 years
Professional Consultant and Migration Agent
Ivan Chait and Associates
Dec 1996 - Dec 1999 • 3 years
Solicitor Admission Requirements
University of Sydney
1997 - 1998
Australian Immigration Law and Practice
UNSW
1996 - 1997
BA LLB, Law
University of the Witwatersrand
1990 - 1995
Last checked: 15 May 2026 • Checked with The Law Society of NSW
