Val is a warm, approachable, and highly experienced barrister who brings both expertise and empathy to her practice. She specialises in family and de facto law, family violence, and compensation claims, offering her clients clear guidance and strong advocacy during often challenging times.

Val handles the full spectrum of family law matters from property settlements and parenting arrangements to child support and divorce with a practical, solutions-focused approach. Her extensive litigation experience ensures that her clients are well-supported, whether inside or outside the courtroom.

A respected voice in her field, Val is the author of the Child Support chapter in the Lawyers Practice Manual, and was previously an Adjunct Lecturer at The College of Law, teaching in both Family and Civil Law.