Testimonials

"Hi Mary,

I just wanted to reach out and formally thank you for all your help over the last 6-ish months with my settlement.

Prior to this, I had never had legal representation or even legal involvement before. And with me going through divorce at 29, I was nervous about people’s perceptions, and of course nervous about my settlement outcome.

I’m sure in the grand scheme of your work, my matter was probably considered quick and simple. But for me this was the biggest event of my life, and all I could think about was how I felt like my entire future laid in the hands of a) my ex partner and b) a lawyer who I didn’t yet know.

When Grandpa initially contacted F&S, it was to engage Fidan. At a time of so much uncertainty, the idea of having such high quality representation and trusted legal advice gave me a great sense of comfort (as Grandpa has used Fidan before). When we were told Fidan was on leave and you would be taking my case, I still trusted Grandpa’s choice of firm, but there was a bit more of an unknown now.

Needless to say, Mary, you were exceptional every step of the way - from reassuring me that there’s no judgement, to guiding our offers yesterday - I cannot thank you enough for all of it. My close friends and family have also been blown away at your quality of work in my matter. Every time I read one of your letters to the other side I felt so “backed” (and sometimes a bit smug, because I have the best lawyer ever). We all think you are exceptional.

As time went on and more stressors and blockers appeared, you tinkered with your approach to always ensure our responses were perfect for that exact moment, and always ensured I was feeling okay.

Thank you for your time, effort, and patience. I was able to trust your advice at every stage - which is a reflection of your intelligence, tactfulness, and empathy.

I will always be immensely grateful for your support and guidance, Mary. I know I’ve already said it, but I feel like it needs to be emphasised - you made the worst experience of my life feel like an opportunity for me to learn and grow. I have learned SO much from you and your approach, which I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

I had a great time meeting you yesterday."
- B 25/09/2026

"Dear Justine,

I just wanted to take the opportunity to thank you for all of your work and support throughout this divorce process, and the great result you were able to achieve for me.

It’s been a long and challenging journey, I have a good job my own house and money in the bank. My son and I are communicating regularly and the future is brighter than it has been for a long time.

Working with you to achieve this has been a pleasure, l do wish I could have met you in person that would have been lovely."
- T 08/09/2026

"Dear Julia,

We have recieved the paperwork you have sent us.

We also just wanted to extend our sincere thanks for all your work throughout the purchase of our new apartment.

Your responses were always prompt, clear, and efficient, and we truly appreciate the care and professionalism you brought to every step of the process.

It has been a smooth and reassuring experience thanks to your support."
- J & H 15/08/2026

"Hi Julia

Thank you so much for your excellent work. Guiding us through this has been very much appreciated."
- H 24/11/2025

"Hi Fidan,

Thank you so much — I really appreciate everything you did. You did a great job yesterday. So professional, and I’m very happy with the end result and that we were able to protect my assets. You certainly upheld your wonderful reputation.

Thanks again, and I hope you enjoy the bottles of red.

You really did an excellent job yesterday."
- K 15/11/2025

"Dear Fidan,

I hope you are SO proud of your incredibly creative, brilliant and thorough work on my case.

Finding you was a fantastic stroke of luck, especially at a time when I was feeling quite intimidated and demoralised by the imbalance in resources as compared to my husband.

Thank you for hanging in there, despite the weaknesses I created, with the huge, glaring mistakes I've made in my life (which I will shortly have the means to rectify straight away).

I appreciate that you persevered while I have been a whingey, high-maintenance client. I thank you for your encouragement and your ability to motivate me to move ahead in as timely a manner as I was able to do, meeting all deadlines, sometimes by a hair's breadth.

I am very happy, to put it mildly. With care and restraint, I can live a conservative life free of financial worry. That is a HUGE blessing for a lady of my age.

I thank you from the bottom of my heart."
- F 11/7/25

"Hi Ian,

I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to share some positive feedback regarding Julia. We had a meeting with her on Tuesday, and I'm pleased to say that my clients were very impressed with her professionalism.

Her conduct and approach during the meeting were exemplary, and it certainly made a great impression on everyone involved."
- M 24/7/25

"Dear Julia

Thank you very much for your wonderful service and also thank you for sending us the two sets of documents.

It has been a very busy time but we wanted to let you know that we are very happy with the purchase of the unit. We are settling in and everything is working out very well!"
- J & V 11/7/25

"I went there to organise a will, enduring Power of attorney and enduring guardianship. Julia Yang handled my affairs and she seemed competent and knowledgeable."
-K 22/5/24

"Good morning, David

I wanted to let you know that the way Julia conducted herself last night in getting contracts exchanged was exceptional. I was impressed with her willingness to "hang" around waiting for the funds to be transferred and her ongoing communication with me. Her overall demeanour and positive attitude during the entire interaction was blown me away.

I can only compliment you and your company in employing a person of her character and would have no hesitation in recommending her and your business.

Thank you."
- M 18/04/24

"Dear Alex,

Once again, thank you for all your assistance, advice, and support throughout this legal process. I could not have asked for better representation and am incredibly pleased with the final outcomes of both the property and parenting orders. I would recommend your service without hesitation to anyone who asked.

Many thanks!"
- B 18/3/24

"Dear Korinne [&] David,

Many thanks, Korinne, for the documents and hard work in wrapping up the Estate. Both S and I are very grateful for the support which you have both given us over the last two years. It has been a challenging time both emotionally and administratively, but we were always 110% confident that we were in safe hands with Fox & Staniland and that you were all working with our best interests at heart. Our most heartfelt gratitude for your efforts.

We wish you and the whole team a very enjoyable Christmas break and a happy 2024.

Kind Regards,
E"
- E 23/12/23

"Hi Julia,

Thank you for all your help and support during this process, I really appreciated it.

Many thanks,
D"
- D 30/11/23

"Hi David

I wanted to thank you very much for all your assistance in helping J secure his property. You stepped in at the 11th hour and you and your team were incredibly proficient.

J is extremely happy with his purchase.

Thank you again for all your help.

Kind regards
L"
- L 23/10/23

"Hi David,

Just a short note to thank you and your team for the recent work carried out preparing our wills and associated documents.

Best Regards,
S"
- S 22/10/23

"Just a small note to let you know how pleased we were with Julia's efforts in helping my son to finalise the purchase of his property at Lane Cove. Between, broker, bank and developer it got reasonably complicated but Julia did a good job helping us through some difficult moments.

Thank you
R"
- R 24/08/23

"Dear Korinne,

Thank you for your email and all your help and incredible work in this matter.

It has been a pleasure working with you and Mr Gordon on this matter.

I would be happy to make a Google Review.

Thank you for your wishes, I do hope that the stress will decrease as each repair is completed.

Kind regards,
B"
- B 01/02/23

"Dear David

Thank you for your correspondence....

We wish to acknowledge that it was a pleasure working with you on this matter.

Yours faithfully,
J"
- J 18/1/23

"Dear Korinne,

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I would like to thank David Gordon and yourself for the professional way you have managed this delicate process. Your support and ability to guide me through the complex process was honouring to the deceased and was very much appreciated by me as the Executor.

Yours sincerely
M"
- M 25/11/22

"Dear Sally, John, Wal, Bradley,Julia Korrine and Sharon,

I would like to take this opportunity to say a huge thank you to each and everyone one of you who has helped my mum in the past and myself more recently with everything relating to her estate.

I can honestly see why she chose Fox Staniland to represent her and her estate.

I am absolutely certain that I was not easy to deal with and yet for each and everyone of you, you treated me with professionalism and compassion and for that I thank you and am very grateful.

Without all the qualities you each bring to the firm I would not have been able to get through this process and ultimately reach the outcome we did today at mediation.

Once again thank you so much for “Everything” you have all done for me.

Eternally grateful
E"
- E 13/10/22

"Hi David and Julia,
It’s been 3 months since we started the sales process for Dad’s house which was completed at the auction on Saturday 8th August.

I would like to thank you both for your work leading up to the house sale. Especially to Julia with the phone calls and emails on the Friday before the auction, so timely and professional.

There were many issues that needed to be resolved and these were handled with professionalism, accurate advice and guidance.

I mentioned to Dad yesterday the price his house sold for and he was very surprised given what he paid for 38 years ago some 25 times increase above the original purchase price!

Thank you.

Best wishes
C"
- C 13/10/22

"Dear David,

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Thank you very much to you and your team for your fast friendly professional service; over the last few years I've experienced so many instances where service providers across many fields have made mistakes which cost me much time and money - it was so refreshing to deal with you all.

Will call on you again when required.

Kind regards,

D"
- D 22/08/22

"Dear David

I want to say a big Thank You - especially to you but also your team - for all your advice at this challenging time for me.

Best regards

S"
- S 24/06/2022

"Good morning Fidan,

I have to admit, I think I am still in "OMG" shock. Yesterday's tactics were a lot for me to witness and experience. Although I anticipated some degree of dirty tactics that just blew me away. But, it's over now. WE TRIUMPHED!!!.

I don't think it will sink in for a while. But I am so GRATEFUL and BLESSED to have you in our lives.

What you did for us and how you did it, I will never forget and always be indebted to you for.

From the bottom of all our hearts Fidan, THANK YOU!

You are our angel, and I hope you never forget our underestimate what you gifted us yesterday.

I hope in any situation that may arise in the future, where you may question what you do or why you do it, you remember us, you smile and you "Fidan" the crap out of the obstacle that lies in your clients children's path, to ensure them the life and happiness they deserve and are entitled to.

You kept your word, you brought your A-Game. You gave me a fighting chance. You gave me my children and ensured their happiness.

I wish you and your family, your husband and your gorgeous little ones a blessed life filled with everything your hearts desire and sincerely thank you for all you've done for mine.

You are MY HERO and I will never forget that!

The happiest and most grateful Father in the world,

J"
- J 30/03/2022

"Hi Fidan,

Thank you for all your help and representation. You have been such a champion lawyer and advisor.

Much appreciated and best wishes,
S"
- S 24/01/2022