After growing up in country Victoria Joe completed degrees in Economics (1983) and Law (1985) at Monash University. He was admitted to practice law in March 1987 and Joe has practised exclusively in Family Law since his admission. In 1992 he was accredited as a Family Law Specialist by the Law Institute of Victoria.
Joe joined Pearsons in 1993 continuing to specialise in all aspects of relationship breakdowns involving financial and property matters (including complex companies and trust structures), parenting matters, child support issues and all issues requiring resolution upon the breakdown of a relationship.
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.
Joe’s favourite saying to clients is that he will guide them to the light at the end of the tunnel.
Joe enjoys studying law. In addition to his Economics and Law Degrees he obtained a Graduate Diploma in Family Law Mediation from Latrobe University (2001) and more recently a Master of Laws (Applied Law) from the College of Law (2015).
Since its inception in 1922, Pearsons has grown to become a very well recognised and respected practice of specialist Family Lawyers with multiple offices in the CBD and the greater Melbourne area including regionally in Geelong and Barwon Heads.
Joe and Leanne lead an experienced team of Family Lawyers who provide expert advice so clients know where they stand.
Current Memberships and Associations
- Law Institute of Victoria;
- Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC);
- Medway Golf Club;
- Family Council of the Family Law Section of Australia;
Professional Presentations
- Treatment of trusts under the Family Law Act and case law – presentation for Leo Cussens;
- Understanding Family Law in Australia – presentation with Leanne Abela and Garima Rajora to the Indian community;
- Presentation to the South Eastern suburbs CPA Discussion Group with Leanne Abela on the topic of “De facto relationships and the bank of Mum and Dad”;
- Presentation to CPA Eastern suburbs Discussion Group together with Leanne Abela on the topic of “The Bank of Mum and Dad”;
- Articles for the Law Institute Journal on family law topics;
- Presentation at Pearsons seminars on the topic of “File management – understanding client’s needs and the Family Law Act and case law”.
