I’m Ben, Director and co-founder of Emera Smith. I have been working exclusively in family law since 2000. I was admitted to practice in 2006 and in 2011, I became a Law Institute of Victoria Accredited Specialist in Family Law. Between 2015 and 2017 I was a partner at an established boutique family law firm.

I am a passionate advocate for clients and highly experienced in all facets of family and relationship law including complex parenting and property matters and intervention orders. I also have extensive knowledge and experience in surrogacy law and assisting families through the legal process.

When working with clients, I focus on providing advice that clearly lays out the path ahead, and I am upfront and honest so that they can understand the process and make the best possible decisions for their future. I work in close partnership with clients as I believe this helps achieve excellent results.

Before working in the city, I spent several years working in Williamstown and call the western suburbs of Melbourne home. I am therefore happy to travel to our western suburban locations (Yarraville and Sunshine) as needed.

When I’m not at work I am spending time with friends and family. I am also an avid sports fan, in particular AFL (Western Bulldogs!) and basketball.

Memberships

• Accredited Family Law Specialist (LIV)
• Member of the Family Law Section of the Law Institute of Victoria
• Member of the Family Law Section of the Law Council of Australia