Ruth Jeffers

Ruth Jeffers leads the Family Law Team at Robbins Watson Solicitors, bringing extensive experience in family law matters on the Gold Coast since 2006. Her thorough understanding of the complexities involved in family law enables her to provide clear, reliable guidance for clients navigating sensitive and challenging situations. Ruth’s expertise spans a wide range of family law issues, including post-separation parenting arrangements where children may be at risk or parental communication is difficult. She is well-versed in matters involving relocation, passport disputes, and the unique needs of children requiring additional support. Ruth also handles financial aspects such as high net worth property disputes, spousal maintenance, financial agreements, and consent orders. With significant experience acting as a solicitor advocate, Ruth represents clients in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, as well as in Magistrates Court proceedings for domestic violence matters. She is also proficient in alternative dispute resolution, frequently facilitating mediations and conciliation conferences in both parenting and property disputes. Ruth is recognised for her attention to detail, compassionate approach, and commitment to securing the best possible outcome for her clients. Her practice includes property settlements, parenting matters, family violence issues, child support disputes and agreements, financial agreements made before or during relationships, and divorce applications.