DDCS Lawyers

26/05/2026

Congratulations on your nomination for Emerging Lawyer of the Year at the Law Week 2026 Awards! The team is so proud of you 💜👏

15/05/2026

06/05/2026

We are proud sponsors of Motherland, a national charity dedicated to improve the health and wellbeing of rural mothers by increasing access to support and reducing isolation across Australia.

We’re excited to share the news of Motherland’s Mother’s Day Brunch coming to Dubbo on 17th May, a wonderful event celebrating rural mums and supporting connections across the region. All proceeds from the event will go directly towards supporting mums living in rural and isolated communities across Australia. We hope to see you there and encourage you to support this incredible cause.

12/03/2026

“Amid the emotional and psychological toll that a breakdown in a relationship can have on couples, people can make hasty decisions about property, children, and comments to others that they may regret.”

Considering ending your marriage? DDCS Lawyers’ family law Associate Cecilia Drumore can help you do it better.

Sometimes even the most committed of relationships end earlier than anyone envisioned. Amidst the emotional and psychological toll that a…

20/02/2026

We are delighted to welcome Geoff Mazengarb to DDCS Lawyers as Special Counsel.

Geoff brings more than 40 years of family law experience and is widely recognised as one of Canberra’s most senior and respected practitioners. Admitted in 1983, he has extensive experience in complex parenting and property matters, including high value asset structures, family trusts, and superannuation.

As an experienced Independent Children’s Lawyer and mediator, Geoff is known for his calm, strategic approach, and ability to guide clients through complex matters with confidence.

If you would like to learn more about Geoff's expertise or discuss working with him, please contact our team on (02) 6212 7600.

06/02/2026

The role of executing an estate for your deceased loved one can be daunting. DDCS Partner, Theresa Dowling, chatted with Region Canberra about how best to tackle this responsibility.

When someone dies, it's easy to assume their affairs will be settled quickly and quietly. There's a will, loved ones…

23/12/2025

We are delighted to announce the well-deserved promotions of James Drury, Stacey Bell, and Cecilia Drumore. Each of them has made a significant contribution to our firm and to the clients and community we serve.

James Drury – Senior Associate (Family Law)

James commenced his career with our firm as a Legal Assistant in 2020 and has been an integral part of our Family Law team ever since. Over the years, James has developed into a highly skilled and trusted family lawyer, known for his strategic thinking, calm approach, and unwavering commitment to achieving the best outcomes for his clients. He is also a natural leader within the team, generously mentoring junior lawyers and consistently setting a high standard of professionalism.

Stacey Bell – Senior Associate (Wills and Estates, Succession Planning)

Stacey joined the firm in October 2024, bringing with her a wealth of knowledge and expertise that has immediately benefited our clients. She is known for her compassion, thoughtful approach and her dedication to guiding clients through complex and often sensitive matters with clarity and care. Stacey’s commitment to excellence and her client-focused mindset have made her an invaluable member of our team.

Cecilia Drumore – Associate (Family Law)

Cecilia joined us after working as a paralegal at a top-tier Sydney commercial firm. She brings a strong technical foundation, exceptional work ethic and a genuine passion for her work. Cecilia is highly regarded for the care she takes with her clients, her attention to detail and her ability to combine commercial insight with practical, client-focused advice.

Congratulations James, Stacey and Cecilia on these well-earned promotions – we are proud to have you as part of our team and look forward to watching you continue to grow and lead!

01/11/2025

🏆 DDCS Lawyers is proud to be recognised as a First Tier firm in the 2026 Doyles Guide for Leading Family & Divorce Law Firms – Canberra!

This prestigious ranking reflects the strength, dedication and expertise of our Family Law team, and we’re thrilled to celebrate the outstanding individual achievements of our family law partners:
 
🔹 Lois Clifford – Preeminent in Leading Family & Divorce Lawyers, Recommended in Family Law Mediation

🔹 Julie Dobinson – Leading in Leading Family & Divorce Lawyers, Recommended in Parenting, Custody & Children’s Matters

🔹 Emily Tighe – Leading in Leading Family & Divorce Lawyers, Recommended in Parenting, Custody & Children’s Matters

🔹 Tina Lee – Recommended in Leading Family & Divorce Lawyers, Recommended in Parenting, Custody & Children’s Matters
 
🌟 Rising Star! We’re also delighted to celebrate James Drury, Associate at DDCS Lawyers, who has been recognised as a Family Law Rising Star in the 2026 Doyles Guide.  This recognition reflects James’ growing contribution to the DDCS team and his emerging reputation for delivering thoughtful, effective legal support in family law matters.
 
We’re incredibly proud of our team’s continued commitment to delivering compassionate, strategic and expert legal support to families across Canberra.
 
Congratulations to our Family Law team on this well-deserved recognition!
 

11/09/2024

👉 JOIN OUR TEAM! 👈

DDCS Lawyers have the opportunity for an experienced Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our team!

Work with talented colleagues including Accredited Specialists and highly experienced lawyers, a great support staff team all of whom support each other as we deliver quality and complex work on behalf of our clients. Be part of a vibrant and energetic practice and make a contribution to the community as part of our wider social engagement.

If you have at least two years' experience working within a law firm and are able to work a minimum of four days per week, this is the role for you!

To find out more about the role, please visit our Seek ad: https://www.seek.com.au/job/78402324?ref=cm-ui

Please forward your resume to [email protected] by 9.00am, Monday 16 September 2024.