Ms Katrene Halteh is the Principal Lawyer and Director of Urban Family Lawyers, a boutique firm based in Sydney. With nearly two decades of practice, Katrene is a respected and leading figure in family law, renowned for her expertise, advocacy, and practical approach to resolving the most complex family law disputes.
Katrene’s areas of focus encompass intricate parenting and property matters, Binding Financial Agreements, and Binding Child Support Agreements. She frequently appears in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, where her advocacy skills shine in contested litigation for high-stakes parenting and property disputes. Notable among her achievements is her representation in Clowes & Konig [2022] FedCFamC1F 565, where she successfully defended against a challenge to an existing Binding Financial Agreement.
While Katrene is a formidable litigator, her dedication to delivering practical legal solutions ensures that many matters are resolved without the need for Court intervention. Katrene’s compassionate approach not only seeks to minimise the emotional toll on her clients but also optimises outcomes tailored to their needs.
Her reputation as a leading family lawyer is amplified by her contributions to the local community. Katrene provides pro bono support and legal advice to registered charities, continuing her commitment to serving and empowering individuals beyond the courtroom. She has also been recognised for her significant achievements, receiving the Business Achievement Award at the 13th Annual St George Community Awards and being named a Finalist in the Georges River Local Business Awards in 2024.
Katrene Halteh exemplifies leadership and distinction in family law, making her an ideal candidate for recognition in Doyle’s Guide.
Areas of Expertise:
- Complex parenting disputes and property settlements
- Binding Financial Agreements
- Binding Child Support Agreements
- Advocacy in contested family law litigation
Achievements:
- Successful defence of a challenge to a Binding Financial Agreement in Clowes & Konig [2022] FedCFamC1F 565
- Recipient of the Business Achievement Award, 13th Annual St George Community Awards
- Finalist in the Georges River Local Business Awards, 2024
With her unwavering dedication, expertise, and community involvement, Ms Katrene Halteh continues to set a benchmark in family law practice.