Learn more about our team of family law solicitors on the Gold Coast.

Clare was admitted as a Solicitor in the Supreme Court of Queensland in 2008 and the High Court of Australia in 2009.

After finishing her secondary school education at St Hilda’s School in Southport, Clare attended Bond University on the Gold Coast where she attained a Bachelor of Laws.

With over 10 years practising exclusively in family law, Clare has a wealth of experience representing clients in a wide range of matters arising out of divorce and separation, including property and financial matters ranging from a simple division of assets to complex investment structures and high net worth individuals, and parenting matters involving care arrangements, surrogacy, relocation, child recovery and child support. She also has significant experience representing clients in respect of their family violence and child protection matters.

Clare is known for her empathetic, yet pragmatic and commercially minded approach.  She is a strong advocate for her client and is well appraised of the Court processes and pertinent case law concerning family law.  Although Clare has a keen focus on early resolution, she is also a skilled yet respectful litigator, dedicated on minimising the impact of litigation on the parties and any children of the relationship.

Clare is a collaboratively trained family law practitioner.  Her passion for the modern more conciliatory approach to the practice of family law saw the inception of Quinn Family Law in 2018.

A proud Gold Coast local (and working parent), in her spare time Clare enjoys spending time with her young children and partner, family and friends, water sports and bush camping in the Great South East.

Clare has followed both of her parents into law.

Memberships:

• Queensland Law Society
• Gold Coast District Law Association
• Family Law Section of the Law Council of Australia
• Family Law Practitioners Association
• Bond University Alumni
• St Hilda's Old Girls Association 
• Queensland Association of Collaborative Practitioners

Ella was admitted as a solicitor in the Supreme Court of Queensland in 2014 and the High Court of Australia shortly thereafter.

After completing her secondary schooling, Ella attended James Cook University in Cairns where she attained her Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Arts (Psychology). During her tertiary studies, Ella spent a semester studying abroad at the University of New Brunswick, Canada. 

In 2014, Ella was employed as the Associate to His Honour Judge Harrison of the District Court of Queensland whilst she completed her Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice through the Australian National University. 

In 2015, Ella began working as a family law solicitor in Cairns before relocating to the Gold Coast in June 2017. Ella continued her work as a family lawyer at a local firm on the Gold Coast before she joined Quinn Family Law in April 2019.

Ella has a keen interest in all facets of family law, particularly complex property and financial settlements.

Ella is committed to providing her clients with pragmatic and tailored expert family law advice in order to support and guide them towards achieving a resolution.

In her spare time, you will find Ella exploring southern Queensland/northern New South Wales with her family, two dogs and surfboards in tow.

In 2021 and 2022, Ella was a sitting Ordinary Member of the Future Leaders Committee ("FLC") 2021, honoured to have been democratically elected by her peers to represent and advoctate on behalf of the next generation of lawyers.  The FLC is a platform for Queensland lawyers aged either 35 years or under, or whom have less than 5 years post  experience (PAE) to launch their dreams, ideas and thinking for the legal progession.  

In recent years, Ella has been identified by her family law colleagues as a 'Family Law Rising Star' and listed in the prestigious Doyles Guide for both 2024 and 2025.  The listing of Regional Queensland Family Law Rising Stars details individuals practising across Family, Divorce, Parenting and Matrimonial matters across Regional Queensland legal who, while not included in our Leading Family or Parenting Lawyer Rankings have been specifically noted as being a “Rising Star” within the aforementioned areas and operating at an extremely high level of professionalism and ability. 

Ella is currently also serving as a Senior Teaching Fellow in Family Law at Bond University.

Memberships: 

• Queensland Law Society
• Gold Coast District Law Association
• Family Law Section of the Law Council of Australia
• Family Law Practitioners Association

Meet Yolandi Beer, Senior Associate.

Yolandi is a compassionate and pragmatic Senior Associate Lawyer who provides clear, proactive, and results-driven legal advice that clients can truly understand.  She is dedicated to helping individuals navigate complex legal matters with confidence, ensuring they have the information and support they need to make informed decisions.  Yolandi firmly believes that there is no "one-size-fits-all" approach to legal issues and tailors her advice to meet the unique needs of each client.

With a background rooted in values-driven advocacy, Yolandi is passionate about identifying the key issues in her clients’ cases and taking a direct, practical approach to resolution. She understands the emotional and practical weight of legal challenges, and as such, she is committed to treating every case as though it were her own, always striving to deliver outcomes that align with her clients’ best interests. Her clients can trust that they will receive transparent advice, clear explanations of their rights, and a comprehensive understanding of the possible legal outcomes—and importantly, she ensures they are fully aware of the costs involved from the start.

A graduate of law in 2013 and a fully qualified legal practitioner admitted to both the High Court of Australia and the Supreme Court of Queensland, Yolandi has built a broad and diverse career in the legal field.  With experience in multiple areas of law, Yolandi’s most fulfilling work has been in the community legal sector, where she worked closely with marginalized individuals, managing a community legal service and assisting those impacted by family law and domestic violence issues. These experiences have fuelled her desire to serve her clients with compassion, especially those who may not have access to other forms of support.

Originally from South Africa, Yolandi immigrated to Australia in 2008 and continues to maintain strong cultural ties with her home country. She is a proud mother of two children and enjoys spending her free time with her family exploring new places in their caravan.

Yolandi is not only a skilled lawyer but a trusted ally who stands up for her clients with unwavering dedication and integrity.

Memberships:

• Queensland Law Society
• Gold Coast District Law Association
• Family Law Practitioners Association

Katarina was admitted as a solicitor in the Supreme Court of Queensland in 2020 and the High Court of Australia shortly thereafter.

After completing her secondary schooling in British Columbia, Katarina immigrated to Australia and attended the Queensland University of Technology where she attained Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Second Class Honours, Division A.  Thereafter, she gained invaluable experience working with notable local practitioners and firms until joining Quinn Family Law in 2023.

Katarina has a keen interest in all facets of family law, particularly financial matters and family violence.

Katarina is a strong advocate for her clients and is committed to the provision of expert family law advice and achieving the desired result.  Katarina has a keen interest in her continuing professional development and growth as a trusted family lawyer.

In her spare time, you will find Katarina spending time with her partner and adorable pooch Datsun, who joins us in the office each Monday. 

Memberships:

• Queensland Law Society
• Gold Coast District Law Association
• Family Law Practitioners Association

In 2020, Hannah completed her Bachelor of Laws at Bond University and was admitted as a solicitor in the Supreme Court of Queensland in 2021 and the High Court of Australia shortly thereafter.

Since her admission, Hannah has practiced exclusively in family law with a local boutique firm before joining Quinn Family Law in 2024.

Hannah has a keen interest in complex parenting matters and domestic and family violence matters having represented both aggrieved applicant’s and respondents in the Specialist Domestic Violence Court at Southport and other Courts throughout Queensland as an Accredited Duty Lawyer.

Hannah is dedicated to achieving positive and cost-effective results for her clients, striving to attain a negotiated resolution as early as possible, with litigation as a last resort.

Also a proud Gold Coast local, in her spare time you will find Hannah travelling and spending most of her time at the beach with her partner and puppy, Yuki.

Memberships:

• Queensland Law Society
• Gold Coast District Law Association
• Family Law Practitioners Association

While studying towards her Bachelor of Laws at Bond University, Bonnie is gaining hands-on experience working at Quinn Family Law. She brings enthusiasm, professionalism, and a thoughtful approach to every aspect of her work.

Her genuine care for clients, combined with a strong interest in our practice areas, makes Bonnie an integral part of our team. Known for her attentive and approachable manner, she takes the time to listen, respond thoughtfully to questions, and ensure that client needs are addressed efficiently and with empathy.

 A proud Gold Coast local and Trinity College Alumni—where she served as School Captain—Bonnie enjoys spending her downtime outdoors, whether hiking, snorkelling, or catching up with loved ones at popular local cafés and restaurants. She also has a growing interest in property investment and development, complementing her legal studies with practical insight into the property sector.