heidi menkes
With 18 years of exclusive practice in family law, I bring expertise and genuine commitment to every client I represent.
I am an Accredited Family Law Specialist and Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL).
Doyle's Guide to the Australian Legal Market has recognised me as a Recommended Family Lawyer in Sydney in 2025 and 2026, a Recommended Lawyer for Parenting and Children's Matters in NSW in 2023, and a Rising Star in Family Law in 2020.
I am a dynamic and pragmatic lawyer with extensive experience across all areas of family law, including property settlements, parenting disputes, child support, spousal maintenance and financial agreements (including pre-nuptial agreements). I specialise in acting for high-net-worth individuals in complex matters involving sophisticated trust and corporate structures, valuation disputes, cross-border issues and third party interests.
I also have a specialised practice in complex parenting matters that involve an international element and have been involved in a number of successful Hague Convention and international relocation matters.
My approach combines empathy and attention to detail with strong technical and commercial skills. I take the time to understand each client's objectives and deliver strategic advice that is bespoke, practical and focused on achieving the best possible outcome.
I recognise that whilst court is sometimes unavoidable, it is rarely the best option. I am collaboratively trained and can offer this as an alternative way for my clients to reach a commercially sound resolution to their dispute at an early stage.