About Minors Family Law

Awards & professional memberships

Our team

Jacqueline Minors

Principal Lawyer

Jacqueline holds a Masters of Law and Legal Practice from the University of Technology Sydney. Since her admission as a solicitor Jacqueline has practiced exclusively in Family Law.

Jacqueline has extensive experience in a wide range of Family Law matters including complex property matters, spouse maintenance, de facto relationships, parenting and children’s issues involving issues of risk, domestic violence, relocation and child abduction, as well as child support and child support agreements.

Jacqueline understands that the family law process can be difficult and is focused on assisting clients to reach a resolution without the need for lengthy and costly Court proceedings. Jacqueline’s empathetic and sensible approach helps her to achieve positive outcomes for her client’s and their families.

In the event that the Court process is necessary, Jacqueline is a strong advocate and appears regularly in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.

Jacqueline is also an accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner registered with the Attorney General’s Department of NSW. She is passionate about assisting parties to reach sustainable resolutions that are focused on the best interests of their children.

Ashleigh Ward

Partner

Ashleigh holds a Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice from the University of New South Wales, and a Juris Doctor (Law) from the University of Technology Sydney.

Ashleigh has worked exclusively in Family Law since prior to her admission, assisting clients in both complex parenting and property matters. She also worked in the area of child protection involving allegations and concerns of child abuse, as well as family violence.

Ashleigh understands that the Family Law process is difficult and is focused on assisting her clients to finalise their matter as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible. To help ensure this, Ashleigh provides considered, sensible and practical advice, and will tailor her approach to the needs of each individual client.

Ashleigh has also trained in collaborative practice in Family Law in an effort to assist parties to better resolve their matter as amicably as possible with one another.

In circumstances where Court cannot be avoided, Ashleigh is a strong advocate and regularly appears in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.

Ashleigh’s empathetic and compassionate approach will ensure that you feel supported through this difficult process.

Bineta Wade

Paralegal

Bineta is currently in her fifth year studying a Bachelor of Laws and Psychology at Macquarie University, with a strong ambition to specialise in Family Law following graduation.

At Minors Family Law, Bineta supports the team by assisting with client communications, preparing legal documents, and helping ensure the smooth running of day-to-day operations. Bineta is often your first point of contact at Minors Family Law.

Bineta’s passion for Family Law stems from a deep desire to help people and make a practical difference in their lives. With her background in psychology, she understands the emotional side of legal issues, and she is committed to creating a supportive and respectful environment for clients.

Outside of work and study, Bineta enjoys travelling, exploring new cultures, and spending quality time with friends and family.

Grace Gilmour

Solicitor

Grace holds a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Technology Sydney and was admitted to practise as a solicitor in early 2026.

Prior to her admission, Grace worked exclusively in Family Law, gaining comprehensive experience across both parenting and property matters. This has provided her with a thorough understanding of matters involving complex parenting arrangements, family violence allegations, financial disclosure, property settlement, and court proceedings.

Grace has assisted clients through various stages of the Family Law process, including the preparation of court documents, correspondence, disclosure, settlement negotiations, and Court representation. Through this experience, Grace has developed an appreciation of the sensitive and often emotionally challenging nature of Family Law matters, and the importance of providing clients with clear, practical and considered advice.

Grace understands that navigating the Family Law process can be stressful and emotionally challenging. She is committed to assisting clients with empathy, clarity and practicality, while working to resolve matters as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible. Grace aims to provide sensible and considered advice tailored to each client’s individual circumstances.

Ala Aniela Doel

Legal Assistant

Ala is currently in her final year of studying the Juris Doctor at Macquarie University and hopes to practise in Family Law following her admission.

As a Legal Assistant at Minors Family Law, Ala provides administrative and legal support to the team by preparing legal documents, assisting with client correspondence, and helping with day-to-day management of our team.

Ala has a strong interest in Family Law and is passionate about supporting individuals and families through what can often be a challenging legal process. She is committed to continuing to develop her knowledge and skills while providing reliable support to the team and clients.

Madeleine Madden

Office Manager

Madeleine has a strong background working with children as an educator and is currently in her third year studying a Bachelor of Social Work at Charles Sturt University. Madeleine’s goal is to become a fully accredited counsellor and Family Dispute Resolution practitioner.  Her experience and studies allow her to have an acute understanding of the difficulties client’s and children face during family separation.

At Minors Family Law, Madeleine supports our team as the first point of contact for clients, managing our day-to-day needs and administrative tasks.

Madeleine has a compassionate understanding of our clients’ circumstances and meets client needs with kindness and empathy.

When she is not working or studying, Madeleine enjoys spending quality time with her three young children and her extended family.