Awards

Doyle’s Guide is an annual peer reviewed listing of the best firms and lawyers across Australia.

In 2025, as in previous years, DDCS Lawyers, and our partners and lawyers, have been recognised as leaders in Family Law and Wills and Estates Planning by Doyle’s Guide.

  • We have been recognised as a Doyles Guide First Tier Family Law firm in 2025 (and each prior year since the awards were created). Our team has been recognised for their expertise:

    Leading Family & Divorce Lawyers – Canberra, 2025

    Preeminent

    Lois Clifford

    Leading

    Recommended

    Emily Tighe

    Recommended

    Tina Lee

    Leading Parenting, Custody & Children’s Matters Lawyers – Canberra 2025

    Recommended

    Lois Clifford

    Leading Family Law Mediators – Canberra 2025

    Recommended

  • We have been recognised as a First Tier Wills and Estate Litigation Firm.

    Leading Wills, Estates & Succession Planning Lawyers – Canberra

    Recommended - 2025

    Theresa Dowling

    Recommended - 2024

    Theresa Dowling

    Leading Wills & Estates Litigation Lawyers – Canberra

    Recommended - 2024

    Theresa Dowling

    Recommended - 2025

    Theresa Dowling

What our clients say

  • Very flexible appointment times, prompt and friendly service and informative emails.

    Glenn
  • I was kept informed at all times with lots of sensitivity and consideration. The website provided me with valuable information about the holistic approach that your firm adopts. I've enjoyed working with people who demonstrate professionalism and humour and respect.

    Cathryn
  • My lawyer understood what I was trying to achieve and helped me regain focus during times when emotion clouded my judgment. I was extremely happy with how my case was handled.

    Rebecca
  • Thanks for all you help; you have made this process somewhat bearable.

    David
  • Phil was thoughtful and empathetic and supported me through a drawn out and emotionally difficult period. I was also pleased with the occasional reality check which saved me some money on the settlement. Well done. Most appreciated.

    John
  • I'm writing to express my appreciation for the professionalism and competence I received from Dobinson Davey Clifford Simpson over many months earlier this year in a complex family law matter. In particular I would like to acknowledge to the Society Ms Julie Dobinson whose legal skills and considered counsel saved me and my ex wife, considerable anguish and exposure. The skills of Ms Dobinson enabled a fair and very cost effective outcome for all concerned. This is reflected in the compliment paid by the Federal Magistrate.

    Chris