Australian Family Lawyers recognised in new edition of The Best Lawyers in Australia

Best Lawyers includes Australian Family Lawyers in new edition of The Best Lawyers in Australia and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Australia Celebrating Australia’s Legal Elite

Barry Frakes and Justin Dowd were recognised in “The Best Lawyers in Australia” and Aaron Wilson as “One to Watch”.

Two distinguished lawyers, Barry Frakes, Principal Lawyer and Practice Leader Sydney at Australian Family Lawyers, and Justin Dowd, Head of Legal Development and Growth at Australian Family Lawyers, are highlighted in this edition as “The Best Lawyers in Australia”. Nearly 5,000 lawyers across 95 practice areas are recognised for their professional excellence. Selection for the Best Lawyers listings is a result of a rigorous process involving peer nomination, colleague voting, and meticulous evaluation. This peer review mechanism aims to capture the collective judgment of leading lawyers regarding the professional capabilities of their peers in the same geographic area and legal field. All lawyers featured in the list are renowned as trusted advisors whom clients rely on when navigating intricate legal matters.

Aaron Wilson (Senior Associate, Australian Family Lawyers) was included in the newest edition of the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Australia. This highly esteemed listing plays a crucial role in recognising lawyers for their outstanding professional excellence in private practice. The Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Australia recipients typically have been in practice for 5-9 years. Those who receive high peer reviews are honoured and represent the top 3.6% of lawyers in Australia.

Acknowledging the remarkable accomplishments of Australia’s legal leaders is a notable feat.

Being honoured in both the Best Lawyers in Australia and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Australia editions is a significant recognition. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Aaron Wilson, Barry Frakes, and Justin Dowd for their well-deserved acknowledgments in these latest editions.

Learn more about the rigorous peer review process and listings of Best Lawyers here: Best Lawyers® – Purely Peer Review® | Best Lawyers.

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