Geoff Mazengarb is a highly experienced family lawyer with more than forty years of practice in Canberra. He joined DDCS Lawyers as Special Counsel, bringing extensive knowledge across all areas of family law and a longstanding commitment to supporting clients through complex and often challenging circumstances.

Geoff was admitted to practice in 1983 and has dedicated the majority of his career to family law. He has a strong depth of experience in both parenting and property matters, including those involving complex financial structures, superannuation, family businesses, and trusts. His experience also extends to matters involving family violence and sensitive parenting arrangements.

Geoff is an accredited Independent Children’s Lawyer and a registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner. These roles reflect his ability to approach matters with care, balance, and a clear focus on achieving appropriate outcomes, particularly where children are involved. He is also an experienced mediator and understands the value of resolving matters efficiently wherever possible.

Known for his measured approach and sound judgement, Geoff provides practical and considered advice to his clients. His extensive experience within the Canberra legal community, together with his calm and steady manner, makes him a trusted and valued member of the DDCS Lawyers family law team.

Bachelor of Economic Economics with Honours (Flinders University, Adelaide)

Bachelor of Laws (Australian National University, ANU, Canberra)

Accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner

Independent Children’s Lawyer