6-8 William Street, Nambour, Sunshine Coast

Meet Fiona McGovern: A Passionate Advocate for Family Law at Butler McDermott Lawyers

Navigating the complexities of family law can be an emotional and challenging journey for many people, but finding the right legal assistance can make all the difference. At Butler McDermott Lawyers, Fiona McGovern serves as a cornerstone of knowledge and support for her clients. In this blog post, we take a closer look at Fiona’s background, her area of expertise, and what makes her stand out in the field of law.

A Strong Foundation in Law and Business

Fiona began her law journey at Central Queensland University (CQU), where she pursued a Bachelor of Law and graduated in 2016. Her education continued at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT), where she completed her Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice in the same year. But Fiona’s academic achievements do not end with law; she also boasts a Bachelor of Business (Accounting) degree from CQU, which she obtained in 2005. This combination of expertise places her in a unique position to handle the intricacies of property matters within family law.

Dedicated to Family Law

Fiona’s passion for family law was clear from the start of her legal studies. After going through her own separation in 2009, Fiona felt a strong calling to assist others in these challenging situations. Her dedication to family law is rooted in helping clients navigate the difficult process of separation and divorce, providing guidance on parenting and property matters, and aiding them in moving forward with their lives.

Witnessing Shifts in the Legal Landscape

Throughout her impressive career, Fiona has witnessed significant changes in family law. She notes a positive shift toward parties reaching agreements on parenting matters independently, often only seeking legal assistance for property-related issues. This evolution has allowed legal practitioners like herself to focus on supporting clients through efficiently resolving their disputes so that they can start a new chapter in their lives as soon as possible.

The Joy of Client Support

For Fiona, the most rewarding aspect of her work is her ability to support clients through what is undoubtedly one of the toughest times they’ll face. Her goal is to facilitate resolutions efficiently, enabling clients to close one chapter of their lives and begin anew with confidence and peace of mind.

The Butler McDermott Difference

What sets Butler McDermott Lawyers apart is their comprehensive approach to law. The firm’s ability to provide clients with multifaceted legal services seamlessly integrates with family law matters, making it a one-stop destination for legal assistance.

In Summary

Fiona McGovern is a testament to the importance of specialised knowledge, dedication, and empathy in the practice of family law. Through her work at Butler McDermott Lawyers, she stands as a formidable ally for her clients, helping them turn over a new leaf with expert legal advice and genuine understanding. Her educational background, professional experience, and personal touch distinguishs her as a true asset to both her firm and the clients she serves.

More news from Butler McDermott Lawyers

Peter Boyce

Consultant

Peter has been practising as a Nambour Solicitor since 1977 and joined Butler McDermott Lawyers the same year.

With over 40 years practicing as a Sunshine Coast lawyer, Peter has extensive knowledge of various facets of law.

He has practised in all areas of litigation and has special interests in:

  • Criminal law
  • Civil and Commercial litigation
  • Retirement Village matters
  • Sports law
  • Resumption of land and compensation claims

 

Peter has specialised knowledge of and experience with resumption matters as a result of the Traveston Dam project, road corridors, Main Roads and water pipeline. He is renowned for his professional approach and is an experienced and determined advocate.

Brent King

Solicitor/Director

Brent works as a litigation lawyer, providing litigation legal advice in relation to both civil and criminal law matters, including:
  • Defamation Claims
  • Contract and Debt Disputes
  • Building and Construction Disputes
  • Planning Matters
  • Criminal Law and Traffic Legal Matters
Having grown up on the Sunshine Coast and joining Butler McDermott after the completion of his studies, Brent appreciates the needs of our clients, and brings a particularly commercial approach to litigation. Brent is a member of the Queensland Law Society and the Sunshine Coast Law Association, and has litigated a wide variety of matters in the Magistrates, District and Supreme Courts.

Al Upton

Solicitor/Director

After arriving at Butler McDermott Lawyers in 2016, Al quickly progressed to running our Wills and Estates section and has successfully litigated disputes in the Supreme and District Courts of Queensland in the early stages of his career.

In the years that followed Al has now moved to assist our clients with commercial and property matters having achieved positive outcomes in that area as well as general litigation. Al’s experience has him uniquely placed to provide quality advice in the areas of property, commercial, wills and estates and general litigation.

Al is involved in giving back to the community, sitting on the board for the Daniel Morcombe Foundation and Sundale Community Foundation. He otherwise became a director of Butler McDermott Lawyers in November 2021.