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Stephanie Martyn

Solicitor
Collaborative Lawyer | Family & Property Law
Stephanie practices in both Family Law and Property Law, offering her clients a well-rounded and strategic approach across these disciplines.

She holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of International Studies (Politics) from the University of Wollongong and was admitted as a solicitor to the Supreme Court of New South Wales in 2018. Stephanie is also admitted to practice in the High Court of Australia and holds a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice. Additionally, she is trained as a Family Law Collaborative Solicitor.

Stephanie has gained extensive experience working in both Sydney CBD and award-winning suburban firms, developing a strong background in Family Law, Conveyancing, and Estate Planning.

Recognised for her pragmatic and diligent approach, Stephanie is highly regarded by clients and colleagues alike. She is skilled at resolving matters efficiently through her strong professional network, minimising the need for litigation. However, if proceedings do advance to court, Stephanie is a confident advocate before the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.

Stephanie’s professional excellence has been acknowledged through her selection as a finalist in the 2025 Lawyers Weekly 30 Under 30 Awards (Family Law category) and as a finalist for Property Lawyer of the Year in the 2025 Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards.

Areas of Practice

Stephanie can assist clients with a broad range of matters in both Family Law and Property Law, including:

Family Law

  • Parenting arrangements
  • Property settlements
  • Divorce
  • Child support
  • Asset protection, including binding financial agreements

Property Law

  • Residential conveyancing (purchase and sale)
  • Off-the-plan purchases and sales
  • Family law or related-party property transfers
  • Transmission Applications
  • Notices of Death
  • Severance of joint tenancies and alteration of interests on title
  • Independent mortgage and guarantor advice
  • Commercial and retail leasing
  • Refinancing

Away from the office, Stephanie enjoys travelling coastal and rural towns and exploring local restaurants with family and friends.

Stephanie Martyn, Property Lawyer of the Year Finalist 2025, Southern Waters Legal

TESTIMONIALS

"Simon, Leona and all their staff dealt with my Estate Planning and Family Law matter in such a professional manner, I cannot thank them enough. The care and patience shown to me during the time of my matters was truly amazing! Again thank you all so much."

Glen
Estate Planning & Family Law Client

"Thank you for your very friendly and professional help in getting all of our affairs sorted in such a short time. We are very glad we came to Southern Waters Legal, ad we’re really appreciative of the professional manner and advice with which we received."

Wayne & Margaret
Estate Planning Client

"I have been a client of Southern Waters Legal for a number of years now. It is at specific times in our lives that we really value integrity and honesty in those we deal with. Simon, Leona and the team have helped me organise our affairs at a very tough time in my life, they have provided wise counsel, legal support and hand-holding as I went through the sale of my family home and moving to new premises. I have received possibly the best financial advice that is reaping rewards for me now. Thank you to a wonderful team of professionals. Thank you"

Anne
Property Client

"I used Leona and her team’s services during an extremely difficult and stressful period of my life. They were able to guide me through the steps required from beginning to end of divorce and financial settlement and set up a plan to follow that helped to take out a lot of the anxiety around not having control over the situation. I had 100% faith at all times in Leona and her team that my best interests were always taken into consideration and I was only contacted when needed to avoid being charged unnecessarily. These guys are the dream team and highly recommend them."

Stephanie
Family Law Client

"Family law can be very daunting but Leona Bennett removed all the confusion of the ‘legal jargon’ and step by step walked me through the family court process. Leona made it simple and I always had a full understanding of what was happening and made clear decisions for the final outcome. Leona and her team were there for me, working their wisdom to always provide greater clarity and support."

Cheryl
Family Law Client

I would like to extend my sincere thanks to you for your exceptional guidance and support throughout my property settlement and divorce.

Your expertise, strategic thinking, and calm command of the process were deeply reassuring, especially during the most difficult moments. What stood out even more was your unwavering commitment to acting ethically and with integrity, even when the other side did not extend the same courtesy. That strength of character meant a great deal to me and helped me stay anchored in a process that was often emotionally and morally challenging.

Thank you for being both a skilled advocate and a steady presence. I’m deeply grateful to have had you in my corner.

Madeline
Property Law Client

I would like to say a truly heartfelt thank you for everything you did yesterday. You went above and beyond, not just in terms of the legal work, which was so thorough and professional but in the way you showed such care, calm and kindness throughout.

"This has been an incredibly emotional and complex chapter of my life, and to have someone like you guiding the final stages made all the difference. You were steady, thoughtful, and incredibly responsive.  I felt genuinely supported and looked after!

Thank you for helping me bring this to a close with grace and dignity. I’m so grateful our paths crossed."

Maddie
Family Law Client