Maryanne Atalla

Principal Solicitor MGA Law Family Lawyers

Sydney, NSW

About Maryanne

Maryanne Atalla, the Principal Solicitor of MGA Law, brings nearly two decades of experience in the legal profession with a profound dedication to family law. Her journey as a family lawyer is marked by a personal commitment to guiding clients through the complexities of family law with utmost empathy and understanding. As a sole practitioner, Maryanne offers a personalised legal service, ensuring clients receive her undivided attention and expertise. Having personally navigated through the challenges of separation, Maryanne possesses a unique perspective on the practical and emotional hurdles clients face during such times. Her approach is both clinical and compassionate, enabling her to secure the best possible outcomes for her clients. Her determination and strong work ethic are evident in her unwavering pursuit of high-quality legal services for those she represents. Maryanne emphasises resolving matters amicably and strives to achieve agreements outside of court, empowering clients to regain control over their lives. This focus is underpinned by her extensive experience, having dedicated over 17 years specifically to practising family law. Since establishing MGA Law in 2013, she has expanded her capacity to serve the community with the opening of a second office in Earlwood in early 2020. Her local roots in Earlwood, Sydney’s inner west, bolster her commitment to supporting her community, with client consultations available both there and in the Sydney CBD. Maryanne is admitted as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of NSW and the High Court of Australia. She is also trained in collaborative law and parenting coordination, enhancing her ability to facilitate amicable resolutions. As a member of the Law Society of NSW and the Family Law Section of the Law Council of Australia, and registered on the Legal Aid NSW panel, Maryanne's professional affiliations reflect her active engagement and recognition in the legal community.

Practice areas

Family Law

Resume

Experience

Principal Solicitor

MGA Law Family Lawyers

Oct 2013 - Present • 13 years

Solicitor

Clinch Long Letherbarrow

Sep 2012 - Sep 2013 • 1 year

Solicitor

Marrickville Community Legal Centre

Feb 2009 - Nov 2010 • 1 year 9 months

Solicitor

Antwan Lawyers

Jun 2008 - Sep 2012 • 4 years 3 months

Solicitor

Benjamin & Khoury Solicitors

Jun 2007 - May 2008 • 11 months

CSO

LawAccess NSW, Attorney General's Department

Nov 2006 - May 2007 • 6 months

Education

Bachelor of Law Degree

University of Technology Sydney

Awards

2022

Finalist - Partner of the Year Awards - Family Law

LawyersWeekly

Contact information

Sydney, NSW

Level 21, 133 Castlereagh Street, Sydney, NSWWebsite

Practice certificate

Name: Maryanne Atalla
Date of admission: 2007
Certification type: Principal of a law practice
Class: Law Practice
Region: CITY OF SYDNEY

Last checked: 15 May 2026 • Checked with The Law Society of NSW

Practice areas

Family Law