Ursula Stevens

Originally from Adelaide, Ursula moved to Perth in 2017 to take up a position as Legal Associate for a Family Court Judge. Since her admission in 2017, Ursula has exclusively practised in family law.

Ursula has experience representing clients in various family law matters, including parenting disputes, property settlements, and family violence restraining orders. She is particularly dedicated to assisting neurodivergent (autism, ADHD etc) clients and serves on the boards of two non-profit organizations (Spectrum Space and Autism Camp Australia) that provide services to the Autistic community.

Ursula’s approach to her practice is centred on providing client-focused services. She is an effective and efficient advisor who works alongside a range of professionals to ensure her clients receive tailored advice and support. Ursula has a talent for developing resolutions that reduce conflict and provide a pathway for her clients to move forward positively.

Ursula is regarded by her clients as a lawyer who brings great empathy and sensitivity to her work while also providing sensible and realistic advice. She has an open and cooperative manner and is focused on providing a high level of service to her clients.

Ursula is committed to helping clients reach amicable, negotiated agreements without the need for litigation. She is highly experienced in mediated matters and negotiation but is also comfortable should a matter require litigation to resolve it.

Areas of expertise
– Negotiated and litigated property matters including third-party proceedings
– Simple and complex parenting disputes
– Enforcement applications
– Spousal and child support matters
– Binding Financial Agreements
– Family Violence Restraining Orders
– Relocation applications

Qualifications
Bachelor of Laws
Admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of WA