Shannon O’Connor

Shannon has worked exclusively in family law since 2018, which has shaped her into a highly skilled and empathetic advocate for her clients. Her understanding of the emotional challenges clients face during family law proceedings allows her to offer a compassionate, yet strategic approach to each case.

Shannon’s strong negotiation skills allow her to navigate complex family matters and achieve fair, practical solutions in a timely manner. She prides herself on her ability to listen attentively and tailor her advice to meet each client’s unique needs.

Before joining Leach Legal, Shannon honed her skills at boutique family law firms in both Queensland and Western Australia. She gained valuable experience handling a wide range of family law matters both in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia and the Family Court of Western Australia, giving her a comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape across multiple jurisdictions.

Shannon is committed to providing clients with the support they need while assisting them through the family law process, working diligently to resolve disputes efficiently and with minimal conflict, always keeping their best interests at the forefront.

Areas of expertise

• Simple and complex parenting disputes
• Negotiated and/or litigated property matters, including third-party proceedings
• Spousal maintenance and child support matters
• Domestic and family violence
• Binding Financial Agreements

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws
• Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice
• Admitted to the Supreme Court of Queensland
• Admitted to the High Court of Australia