Tamara Arapovic

Tamara Arapovic is a seasoned family lawyer offering strategic, outcome-focused advice in all areas of family law, particularly in complex financial and property matters. Her expertise extends to handling disputes involving high-value asset pools, property development structures, and intricate financial arrangements such as trusts and corporate entities. Renowned for her commercial acumen, Tamara adeptly navigates complex financial issues with clarity and precision. Tamara is also highly regarded for her work in parenting matters and has been listed as a recommended leading lawyer in parenting, custody, and children’s matters in the 2025 Doyle’s Guide for Western Australia. She brings a calm and measured approach to sensitive disputes involving children, addressing issues like parental alienation, allegations of abuse, and residency challenges with practical solutions. From the onset of each matter, Tamara provides clear, practical guidance through negotiation, mediation, or litigation, helping clients focus on long-term goals. She frequently appears in the Family Court for both parenting and financial proceedings, known for her confident advocacy and straightforward approach. Clients appreciate her direct communication, strategic insights, and strong judgment, which help achieve efficient and stress-free outcomes. Currently a partner at Lavan, Tamara’s career includes significant roles as Senior Associate and Associate Director at Klimek & Wijay Family Lawyers. She holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from the University of Western Australia, and a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the College of Law. Admitted to practice in the High Court of Australia and the Supreme Court of Western Australia, she maintains active memberships with the Family Law Practitioners’ Association (WA) and the Family Law Section of the Law Council of Australia. Tamara's published works cover a range of family law topics, reflecting her dedication to providing informed and contemporary legal perspectives.