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

    Julie Dobinson

    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

    Julie Dobinson

  • 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

  • All – Just a quick note to express my thanks for your patience, indulgence and perseverance on my behalf. I would like to say I enjoyed it but that would be a small fib, however, what I did enjoy was your collective support and advocacy on my behalf and I very much appreciated that, so thanks one and all and good luck and good health to you all.

    Tim
  • 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 matter was dealt with in a most professional and friendly manner. I was given clear explanations, courtesy, the lawyers were always on time for my appointments and they were always able to listen to me and interpret my requests to put into a legal framework. Thanks for your help, guidance and understanding.

    Howard
  • Objective and always to the point. Explanations were uncomplicated and coached in terms appropriate to the level of understanding of the client. Helpful in suggesting courses of action. No unnecessary delays.

    Neville
  • To Dear Lois, I have counted my blessings every day to have had you to stand by me for the past six years. Thank you for being strong for me and for always being so compassionate understanding and kind. You will remain one of the angels in my life. I wish you happiness and contentment and no more cases like mine! - Lots of love and thanks,

    Helen
  • You listened and took phone calls when it felt urgent to us. Thank you.

    Neal