Marlene Ebejer

Marlene Ebejer is the Principal Lawyer at Ebejer & Associates Lawyers, bringing a wealth of experience and dedication to her practice. She was admitted to practice in 2005 and became an Accredited Family Law Specialist in 2014. Since establishing Ebejer & Associates in Werribee in 2006, Marlene has cultivated a comprehensive approach to her legal work, informed by her previous roles as a community worker and general manager of a national training company. Marlene's practice often sees her representing clients across various courts, including the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal, Magistrates Court, the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, and the Supreme Court of Victoria. Her keen insight into family law matters is demonstrated through her co-authored publications with Lexis Nexis, including Focus: Family Law and Q & A: Legal Practice and Ethics. Outside of her legal practice, Marlene is also a respected academic, having lectured in family law and legal ethics at Deakin University, Australian Catholic University, and Leo Cussen Institute. Her commitment to legal education ensures she stays abreast of changes and best practices in the field. Marlene's involvement in the Law Institute of Victoria's legal aid task force highlights her dedication to enhancing access to justice. She is often appointed by the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia as an Independent Children's Lawyer, reflecting her passion for children's welfare. Her expertise extends to international child abduction cases, where she collaborates with foreign affairs and legal professionals to reunite families. Fluent in Maltese, Marlene assists clients with legal matters in Malta, leveraging her connections with local lawyers. In 2021, Marlene was appointed a Notary Public, providing notarial services across Melbourne, Werribee, Geelong, and the Bellarine Peninsula. Her extensive qualifications include a Bachelor of Laws from Monash University and a Masters in Applied Family Law from the College of Law. Her distinguished career is a testament to her expertise, community involvement, and commitment to her clients.