The Kate Austin story
A better way through family law.
We built a specialist practice for people who have chosen agreement over conflict—and want the legal process to respect that decision.
Why we changed direction
The traditional system was not serving the people who needed it most.
After almost two decades in family law, the problems were impossible to ignore: proceedings stretched on too long, cost too much and left families exhausted.
Rachel’s first practice, Rachel Stubbs & Associates, began in Camden and grew to three offices with almost thirty staff. It was a successful firm, but growth came with a professional and personal cost.
Scaling back created the opportunity to start again in Brisbane—with a narrower purpose and clearer rules. Kate Austin Family Law would help amicable parties turn their own agreements into legally binding Consent Orders without adding negotiation, conflict or unpredictable fees.
The rules we work by
Clear commitments, from the first call.
Fees are fixed
Your legal fee is agreed before work begins, so there is no uncertainty about cost.
We answer and return calls
Clear communication is part of the service, not an optional extra.
Drafts move quickly
Complete instructions are converted into draft documents within 24 hours.
We remain neutral
We do not represent one party against the other or take sides.
We do not renegotiate
Your agreement remains yours; our job is to document it properly.
We manage the process
Drafting, signing, filing and Court correspondence stay coordinated in one place.
Small by design
The people behind your matter
You work with the same focused team from initial suitability discussion through to sealed orders.
Rachel Stubbs
Principal Solicitor · Accredited Specialist in Family Law · NSW & QLD
- Reviews information and Family Court compliance.
- Drafts the Application and Minute of Order.
- Manages Court Portal and registry correspondence.
- Responds to Court requisitions when required.
Brendan Hanks
Client intake
- Handles your first conversation.
- Discusses suitability, process and scope.
- Confirms timing and cost.
- Collects the information Rachel needs for drafting.
Professional standing
Associations of Which We’re Part
Professional membership and specialist accreditation support the standard of every document we prepare.
Remote service, real offices
Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne
Family law is a federal jurisdiction, so our remote service supports agreed matters across Australia except Western Australia.
Brisbane
Level 54, 111 Eagle StreetBrisbane QLD 4000(07) 3128 0222
Sydney
Level 36, 1 Farrer PlaceSydney NSW 2000(02) 9063 0455
Melbourne
Suite 805, Level 8, 220 Collins StreetMelbourne VIC 3000(03) 9116 5728
A calmer route to certainty.
If you have already reached an agreement, we can help make it final.