Sydney Family Law Newsletter – November 2025

Below we provide you with the latest updates on our team, recent developments in family law and links to interesting articles and case law in the family law arena.
December 2 2025

Welcome to our Sydney Mills Oakley Family Law Newsletter for November 2025.

Inside our November 2025 Edition

  • Celebrating our recognition in the 2026 Doyle’s Guide
  • Congratulations to our newly Accredited Family Law Specialist Antonia!
  • Beyond Borders Episode 5: International Prenups (Binding Financial Agreements)
  • Introducing Samantha Gershon to the Mills Oakley Family Law Sydney Team
  • Client Testimonials

Celebrating our recognition in the 2026 Doyle’s Guide

We are delighted to announce that our Mills Oakley Family Law Sydney Team has been recognised in the 2026 Doyle’s Guide for the twelfth-year running. We are proud to have received the following listings:

  • Leading Family & Divorce Lawyers, Sydney – Susan Warda recommended
  • Leading Family Lawyers (High-Value & Complex Property Matters), NSW – Susan Warda recommended
  • Leading Parenting & Children’s Matters Lawyers, NSW – Susan Warda & Carly Mirza-Price recommended
  • Family Law Rising Stars, NSW – Antonia Marran
  • Leading Family & Divorce Law Firms, Australia – Second Tier
  • Leading Family & Divorce Law Firms, Sydney – Third Tier

We are thrilled to extend our heartfelt congratulations to our Team Leader, Susan Warda, for being recognised as one of just 19 solicitors in Australia featured in the Leading Prenuptial Agreement Lawyers – Australia 2026 category. This prestigious list highlights professionals renowned for their expertise in managing complex matters involving individuals and families with substantial asset pools and intricate financial agreements. Congratulations, Susan, on this remarkable achievement!

The Mills Oakley Family Law Sydney team look forward to continuing to deliver exceptional services to our clients, and positive solutions for their families, in 2026.

The link to the 2026 Doyle’s Guide can be found at: https://www.doylesguide.com/

Congratulations to our newly Accredited Family Law Specialist – Antonia!

We are proud to announce that our Senior Associate, Antonia Marran has successfully achieved her Specialist Accreditation in Family Law through the Law Society of New South Wales.

This accreditation reflects Antonia’s outstanding expertise, dedication and commitment to excellence in the multifaceted and delicate area of Family Law. Achieving this accreditation involves a rigorous process of meticulous assessments across both legal knowledge and practical application. This attainment is truly a testament to her ongoing dedication to providing outstanding support and guidance to her clients.

Our newly appointed Accredited Specialist attended a ceremony at the Law Society of NSW on 24 November 2025 to celebrate the solicitors who have been recognised for their specialist knowledge in an area of practice.

Congratulations Antonia on this amazing achievement!

Beyond Borders Episode 5: International Prenups (Binding Financial Agreements)

Susan Warda, Partner of the Mills Oakley Family Law Sydney team, joins International Academy of Family Lawyers Fellows, Clare Wiseman and Steven Mindel, to unpack the complexities of international prenuptial agreements and how they operate across jurisdictions.

Hosted by our Senior Associate, Antonia Marran, this episode explores how a well-drafted binding financial agreement can eliminate the need for court intervention by clearly defining who retains which assets if a relationship ends. It also unpacks:

  1. What is a prenup and can they prevent costly court disputes?
  2. Why do international couples need cross-border protection?
  3. Key benefits for couples with global assets or differing wealth.
  4. Real-life lessons from prenups upheld or overturned in court.

Tune into Beyond Borders: International Prenups and hear from leaders shaping global family law practice here.

Client Testimonials

We work hard to ensure the best possible outcomes for our clients, and we value the feedback we receive every day. Here’s a snapshot of what some of our clients said this month:

“Hi Jenna, thank you and thanks for all your support and hard work you and the rest of the team have done to help me through this difficult time.” [to Senior Associate, Jenna Georgopoulos]

“Hi both, just a quick note the say thank you for all your support and assistance today. Ultimately, I keep the house and that was my goal for property.” [to Partner, Susan Warda and Lawyer, Shannon Jenkin]

“Hi Susan, I just wanted to say thank you again for everything today. I feel very privileged to be represented by such knowledgeable and capable staff. Henry was very helpful today and provided great advice and explanations. As well as being very patient with the questions and discussions. Thank you again to you and all the staff that assist to help work towards a good final outcome. I am incredibly grateful for all the time and energy you have given me.” [to Partner, Susan Warda and Lawyer, Henry Marson]

“Hi Carly, again I am thankful to have the MO team on my side through the separation and asset division.” [to Partner, Carly Mirza-Price]

Referrals are important to us. If you know someone who would benefit from a confidential conversation with a family lawyer, please pass on our details and we will do our very best to look after them.