Principal Director
Joseph Peter Schepis
Accredited Family Law Specialist
Joe has practised only family law since 1987 and has been an Accredited Family Law Specialist since 1992.
- 39+ years
- practising only family law
- 1992
- Accredited Family Law Specialist since
- 1993
- Joined Pearsons
- 2015
- Master of Laws (Applied Law)
About Joe
Joe grew up in country Victoria and completed degrees in Economics and Law at Monash University. He was admitted to practise law in March 1987 and has practised exclusively in family law ever since.
Joe joined Pearsons in 1993. He continues to specialise in all aspects of relationship breakdowns: financial and property matters (including complex companies and trust structures), parenting matters, child support and every other issue that needs resolving when a relationship ends.
Being able to communicate effectively with clients is what Joe prides himself on. He explains complex and difficult legal concepts in easily understood language and guides clients through traumatic and difficult times to achieve the best possible outcome for them. His favourite saying to clients sums it up.
You've entered a tunnel, but I'll guide you through its many twists and turns to the light at the other end.
Leading the firm
Joe and Leanne lead an experienced team of family lawyers who provide expert advice to clients so that they know where they stand.
Since its inception in 1922, Pearsons has grown to become a very well recognised and respected family law practice, with offices in Melbourne's CBD and across greater Melbourne, and regionally in Geelong and Barwon Heads.
Accreditation and study
- Accredited Family Law Specialist, Law Institute of Victoria, since 1992Joe has practised exclusively in family law since his admission in 1987, and in 1992 was accredited as a Family Law Specialist by the Law Institute of Victoria.
- Graduate Diploma in Family Law Mediation and Master of Laws (Applied Law)Joe enjoys studying the law. In addition to his Economics and Law degrees, he has obtained a Graduate Diploma in Family Law Mediation from La Trobe University (2001) and, more recently, a Master of Laws (Applied Law) from the College of Law (2015).
Outside work
Outside of running the business of Pearsons and practising in all aspects of family law, Joe enjoys playing golf and visiting and holidaying in regional areas of Victoria and overseas. His favourite destinations are Bordeaux in southern France, Spain and Hawaii.
Know where you stand
Talk to Joe about your matter
Your first 30-minute appointment is free. We'll listen, explain your options and tell you what happens next.