Michelangelo Benedetti

Michelangelo Benedetti is a respected Partner known for his extensive experience in family law. As an Accredited Family Law Specialist with the Law Institute of Victoria, he has been advising clients for over a decade on a wide range of matters including divorce, parenting and child custody disputes, property settlements, spousal maintenance, and cases involving family violence. His proficiency extends to handling complex and high-risk issues, including those with interstate and international dimensions, where he offers strategic yet practical guidance. Michelangelo’s clients appreciate his calm and approachable demeanour, which helps them feel supported during stressful times. Beneath this reassuring exterior lies a sharp negotiator and advocate, dedicated to securing outcomes that align with his clients’ best interests and prioritise their family's wellbeing. His legal acumen is further enhanced by his stint from 2018 to 2020 working at the headquarters of an international non-governmental organisation. This role allowed him to gain valuable insights into corporate governance, compliance, property and land matters, contracts, banking, taxation, privacy, employment, and litigation. In 2025, Michelangelo was accredited as a Family Law Specialist, a recognition that underscores his advanced expertise and mastery of family law. He is admitted to practice in the High Court of Australia and the Supreme Court of Queensland, and he is actively involved with professional bodies including the Queensland Law Society and the Family Law Practitioners Association. Fluent in Italian, he bridges language barriers, providing comprehensive legal support to a diverse clientele.