Brenda Ling

About Brenda

Brenda holds a Bachelor of Law and Bachelor of Arts double degree. Brenda is fluent in both English and Mandarin. Her bilingual skills enable her to work closely with clients from Chinese and other culturally diverse backgrounds, providing advice that reflects not only the law but also each client’s values, goals, and cultural context.

Brenda brings broad experience across parenting, property, and financial matters. She takes a calm and practical approach to resolving disputes, committed to achieving outcomes that are realistic, cost-effective, and tailored to each client’s individual circumstances.

Before specialising in Family Law, Brenda practised at a generalist firm across commercial and civil litigation, criminal law, migration, and bankruptcy matters. She has appeared in a range of jurisdictions and gained experience in complex and sensitive cases, including representing children born in Australia who are considered “stateless.” This work was particularly meaningful for her, reflecting her dedication to helping vulnerable individuals navigate difficult legal systems. This diverse legal background enables Brenda to understand the way in which Family Law interconnects with other aspects of related legal issues.

While Brenda has worked across diverse areas of law, her passion lies in Family Law, with a particular focus on parenting matters. She is committed to supporting clients through separation and co-parenting arrangements with clarity and care, always placing the best interests of the children at the centre of her practice. Brenda has broad experience in financial matters involving assets in Australia and overseas.

Areas of practice

Brenda is an expert in jurisdictional issues and anti – suit injunctions. She specialises in dealing with overseas assets.

Outside work

Outside of work, Brenda enjoys spending time with her family and friends and is a devoted cat mum to five rescue cats. She has a keen interest in fashion and design.

Professional presentations

• Brenda Ling, together Deborah Sim and Angel Tai presented at J.G. Accountants and to their clients on the topic of Family Law in Australia – the Bank of Mum and Dad, what is a gift and what is a loan and financial topics associated with family law.
• Brenda attended and was part of the Australian Asian Business Women’s Association International Women’s Day event.