Michael Seton is the Founder and Solicitor Director of Seton Family Lawyers, a progressive law family law firm that operates differently from most. With over 20 years of legal experience, Michael is an Accredited Specialist in Family Law, dedicated to supporting vulnerable families to assist them in achieving the security, certainty and independence needed to better their future. After earning a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Science (Psychology), Michael began his legal career at a national firm in Sydney. He later completed a Master of Laws and, in 2017, was accredited by The Law Society of NSW as a Specialist in Family Law. Admitted to both the Supreme Court of NSW and the High Court of Australia, Michael can represent clients in any NSW or Commonwealth court or tribunal. His leadership skills extend beyond Seton Family Lawyers and is a dedicated secretary and committee member of the Central Coast Law Society, and a member of The University of Sydney’s Human Research Ethics Committee He also proudly maintains a current posting of Flight Lieutenant and Legal Officer as a specialist reservist with the Royal Australian Air Force. Michael has been honoured with prestigious awards that recognise his excellence and commitment to the legal industry, as well as his dedication to championing mental health within the profession. This includes being awarded Lawyers Weekly Family Law Partner of the Year and The Law Society of New South Wales Wellbeing Champion of the Year in 2024. Continuing his commitment to the profession, in 2025 he was named Mentor of the Year and received the coveted Excellence Award—the top honour of the night—at the Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards. He’s also achieved numerous other awards and finalist nominations within Employer of Choice and Wellness award categories.
As one of just eight Accredited Specialists in Family Law on the Central Coast, Michael Seton, Solicitor Director, provides expert guidance to clients navigating the complexities of family law matters. With a focus on clarity and practical solutions, Michael excels at identifying the key issues in disputes and encouraging open communication to explore all possible resolutions. He works collaboratively to address parenting arrangements and asset division, helping clients achieve fair and tailored outcomes.
Secretary and Committee Member
Central Coast Law Society
Nov 2023 - Present • 3 years
Solicitor Director
Seton Family Lawyers
Jun 2022 - Present • 4 years 5 months
Solicitor Director
Ryan & Seton Lawyers
Oct 2013 - Jun 2022 • 8 years 8 months
Senior Associate
Peninsula Law
Jun 2009 - Sep 2013 • 4 years 3 months
Graduate Solicitor
Holding Redlich
Jan 2005 - Jun 2009 • 4 years 5 months
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Accredited Specialist - Family Law
Law Society of New South Wales
2017
Master of Laws
University of Sydney
2011 - 2015
Bachelor of Laws
University of Sydney
2002 - 2006
Bachelor of Science (Psychology)
University of Sydney
2002 - 2004
Central Coast Grammar School
1995 - 2001
Finalist - Regional/Suburban Lawyer of the Year
Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards
Finalist - Mentor of the Year
Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards
Winner - Partner of the Year Excellence Award
Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards
Winner - Mentor of the Year
Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards
Finalist - Family Law Partner of the Year
Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards
Winner - Wellbeing Champion of the Year
The Law Society of NSW
Finalist - Outstanding Business Leader 20 Employees or Less
Central Coast Business NSW
Winner - Family Law Partner of the Year
Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards
Finalist - Wellness Advocate of the Year
Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards
Finalist - Partner of the Year
Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards
Finalist - Regional/Suburban Lawyer of the Year
Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards
Finalist - Family Law Partner of the Year
Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards
Finalist - New Partner of the Year | 3 Years or Less
Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards
Finalist - Wellness Advocate
Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards
Finalist - Family Law Partner of the Year
Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards
Finalist - Family Law Partner of the Year
Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards
Finalist - Family Law Partner of the Year
Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards
Finalist - Regional Suburban Lawyer of the Year
Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards
Finalist - Family Law
Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards
Last checked: 15 May 2026 • Checked with The Law Society of NSW
