Kate is a Special Counsel specialising in Wills, Estates and Trusts, with over 20 years of experience, who has established herself as a leader in the industry through her involvement in a number of high-profile cases.

She brings deep technical expertise, drawn from a career spanning in both public and private sectors, and is known for delivering strategic, tailored solutions to clients navigating complex estate and trust matters. Kate acts for a broad range of clients, including individuals and families seeking comprehensive estate planning, executors and administrators managing deceased estates, and trustees and beneficiaries involved in trust and estate administration.

Kate draws on her extensive experience in the District Court, Supreme Court and Court of Appeal and is known for providing high-quality, clear and insightful legal advice. Her expertise in both sectors has shaped her thorough understanding of fiduciary duties and ability to provide practical advice in emotional and legally complex scenarios.

Dedicated to her clients, her work has included navigating uncommon, multifaceted legal and administrative processes, including coordinating cross-border matters through the Supreme Court and liaising with the Australian Embassy to ensure entitlements were properly secured for a woman living remotely in the Middle East.

Kate is also fluent in Vietnamese.