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Samantha Bolton

Director Pippa Colman Family Law

Maroochydore, QLD

About Samantha

Samantha Bolton is a distinguished Director at Pippa Colman & Associates Law Practice, highly regarded for her proficiency in family law. With an impressive career spanning over two decades, she has become a formidable advocate in addressing the complexities of family law matters, particularly in Queensland. Samantha is renowned for her discretion and dedication, having guided high-profile clients through sensitive legal issues with an unwavering commitment to their privacy and best interests. Her expertise encompasses an array of areas including property division, divorce, child arrangements, support agreements, and protective orders. As a member of the Independent Children's Lawyer Panel and Separate Representative Panel for Legal Aid Queensland, Samantha is frequently appointed to manage intricate parenting cases in the Family and Federal Circuit Court as well as the Children’s Court. Samantha's involvement in the legal community is extensive. She served on the Sunshine Coast Law Association, holding leadership roles such as President and Vice-President, and has been active in the Suncoast Community Legal Service. Her contributions to the Women Lawyers Association and her role as a sessional lecturer at the University of the Sunshine Coast demonstrate her commitment to both the profession and education. Beyond her practice, Samantha plays a pivotal role as a Judiciary Member for the Sunshine Coast Rugby Union and has been influential on the Council of the Queensland Law Society, contributing to the governance of the legal profession in Queensland. Her educational background in law and criminology from Griffith University laid the foundation for her exceptional career, marked by a dedication to excellence and community service.

Practice areas

Criminal & Traffic

Family Law

Resume

Experience

Director

Pippa Colman & Associates Law Practice

Aug 2021 - Present • 5 years 2 months

Sessional Lecturer

University of the Sunshine Coast

Aug 2021 - Present • 5 years 2 months

Vice President

Sunshine Coast Law Association

Aug 2020 - Sep 2021 • 1 year 1 month

Judiciary Member

Sunshine Coast Rugby Union

Feb 2020 - Present • 6 years 8 months

President

Sunshine Coast Law Association

Aug 2018 - Aug 2020 • 2 years

President

SCLA (Sunshine Coast Law Association)

Aug 2018 - Aug 2020 • 2 years

Director

CNG Law

Mar 2018 - Jul 2021 • 3 years 4 months

Ambassador

Women Lawyers Association of Queensland (WLAQ)

Jan 2018 - Present • 8 years 9 months

President

Suncoast Community Legal Service Inc

Jul 2012 - Jul 2014 • 2 years

Committee Member

Suncoast Community Legal Service Inc

Jan 2011 - Sep 2017 • 6 years 8 months

Member

Sunshine Coast Law Association

Jan 2011 - Present • 15 years 9 months

Member

Family Law Practitioners Association of Queensland

Jan 2010 - Present • 16 years 9 months

Volunteer Solicitor

Suncoast Community Legal Service Inc

Jan 2009 - Present • 17 years 9 months

Senior Solicitor

Butler McDermott Lawyers

Nov 2007 - Mar 2018 • 10 years 4 months

Education

Bachelor of Laws - LLB

Griffith University

2002 - 2007

Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice

Griffith University

2002 - 2007

Awards

2026

Family - Recommended - 2026

2025

Family-Recommended-2025

2024

Family + Law - Leading - 2024

2023

Family-Leading-2023

2022

Family-Law-Recommended-2022

Contact information

Maroochydore, QLD

19 First Avenue, Maroochydore, QLDWebsite

Practice certificate

Name: Samantha Bolton
Date of admission: 2008
Specialisations: Family Law
Certification type: Unrestricted Principal

Last checked: 27 Feb 2026 • Checked with Queensland Law Society

Practice areas

Criminal & Traffic

Domestic Violence

Family Law