Maeve Suter

Maeve is an integral member of the Family Law Team. She holds a double degree in Laws and Innovation and Design and is a graduate of the College of Law. She was admitted to the Supreme Court of Victoria, having previously developed a wealth of experience in her role as a Law Clerk.

People seeking advice after a separation will benefit from Maeve’s strategic and assertive approach. They will also find a lawyer who takes the time to truly understand their unique needs, particularly in emotional and intricate parenting and financial matters.

In addition to her Family Law expertise Maeve has worked in the Wills and Estates practice area for several years. Maeve assists clients with the preparation of Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Applications for Grants of Probate. She also regularly assists clients who require complex estate planning.

She also offers legal assistance to those involved in estate litigation, including family maintenance claims and other disputes arising from deceased estates.

Maeve also practises in Education Law, acting for students, parents and education providers in disputes with schools, universities, TAFEs and other education institutions.

She advises on student misconduct and academic integrity allegations, suspension and exclusion decisions, enrolment and progression disputes, and the internal complaints, appeals and review processes that accompany them. These matters are often urgent, with a student’s studies or future career prospects at stake. Maeve’s focus is on resolving them efficiently, and without formal litigation wherever that is possible.

Maeve’s clients appreciate her personable yet direct approach to all manner of legal issues. She values open communication and creates an environment in which clients feel comfortable and well-informed.

Outside of her professional life, Maeve enjoys cooking, watching movies, and discovering new music.