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

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

    David
  • I was kept informed at all times with lots of sensitivity and consideration. I've enjoyed working with people who demonstrate professionalism, humour and respect, no offence but I hope we don't have to meet again at least in the legal environment.

    Cathryn
  • 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
  • Many thanks for all that you do, not an easy job, but one that I truly appreciate. Lois, I wish we had met under different circumstances; you are gentle, patient, wise and inspiring.

    Nicki
  • Thank you for all your help in my matter. I can’t express my sincere feelings enough and thank you for helping me and my children.

    Marty
  • A compassionate understanding lawyer always very thoughtful and gave excellent advice.

    Laura