Foster Johnson Family and Collaborative Lawyers is a team of experienced and specialized family lawyers in Canberra, known for their calm, honest, and pragmatic approach. With a focus on diffusing conflict, they offer services in collaborative law, mediation, negotiation, and litigation when necessary. Their philosophy revolves around solving problems rather than creating them, ensuring that clients navigate through their family law matters with grit and compassion.
Founded in 1983 as Phelps Reid Lawyers by Michael Phelps and Margie Reid, the firm quickly gained a reputation as one of Canberra’s most respected law firms. Over the years, the team expanded with the addition of Brooke Johnson in 2009 and Averil Foster in 2017. By 2018, Brooke and Averil took over the reins, continuing the values and commitment of the original firm. Michael and Margie, now retired, remain close advisors to the next generation of lawyers at Foster Johnson Family and Collaborative Lawyers.
With a no surprises policy on legal fees and a commitment to reducing conflict, the team at Foster Johnson Family and Collaborative Lawyers strive to help clients navigate through separation with minimal drama. Their expertise in the courtroom has led them to specialize in alternative dispute resolution methods, emphasizing the importance of resolving family law matters efficiently and effectively.