Rochelle Crossman, Family Law Barrister
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Some comments ...

You have been brilliant, highly professional and compassionate all the way through – you can quote me on that.
Emily, January 2019

Hi Rochelle, I just want to say a massive thank you and you've done an amazing job settling my Relationship property. 
I am now back on my feet, i have bought a car and now can carry on with the exciting future I have ahead of me all thanks to you. Thank you once again and all the best for the future. 
Julie, September 2018


Thank you Rochelle for your help and the court order. You have been fantastic. I would not hesitate to recommend your services to anyone needing help with family matters. This is a tremendous outcome for everyone. 
Valerie, August 2018

Rochelle was highly responsive in communication at every point, and demonstrated reassuring experience across the process. A very good person to deal with. 
David, May 2018


An amazing lawyer who understands what you are going through, treats you with the upmost respect and compassion.
Andrea, April 2018


Thank you very much Rochelle. I appreciate your time with this matter and explaining in layman's terms every step of the way. You have been invaluable. I will certainly mention you to anyone looking for a lawyer, and in any future litigation for myself. Hope you have a nice holiday break.
Jess, November 2017


Rochelle, thank you very much for all your hard work during my proceedings.
So happy that things are all back on track now.

Lyall, June 2017

Thank you so much for your advice, guidance and support through what has been a trying time for me. I am impressed with your speed of completion and attention to detail and I think such a quick resolve was the best thing for all involved. If given the opportunity in the future, I would be more than happy to recommend your services and have your business card at hand for distribution. Once again, many thanks.

Gordon, May 2017

Rochelle has been my family Barrister for the past five years. I have found her to be very approachable and "down to earth" as a person, which has assisted greatly in reducing the stress which can accompany communication over legal issues. Rochelle is both caring and highly professional in the way she conducts herself. I have found her legal advice to be extremely helpful and reassuring. All information and explanations given by Rochelle are clearly stated, as are any expenses to be incurred. I would have no hesitation in recommending her to others as a trustworthy family Barrister.
Wendy, September 2016

Hi Rochelle,
Thank you so much for letting me know [settlement has been finalised], especially on your day off! I've really appreciated all of your support and advice through this process. You really are the best lawyer in town! The next step is, of course, for you to prepare an invoice so that I can pay you - you deserve every penny! There will be a celebration of some sort tonight. :)
Cheers,
Angus, June 2016

Congratulations [on being in business for 5 years]!! You're amazing at what you do. You're the hardest worker in the room hence your success. In one word: Inspirational.
Matt, May 2016


You have been really great to deal with. [My partner] appreciates all the work you did towards his case. Thanks again.
Madeline, April 2016

Good Morning Rochelle
We just wanted to say ... Thank You so much for all of your Professional Help & Assistance.
Brian, January 2016

I have been meaning to email you for some time now just to say thank you ... for your encouragement and help to see this through as drawn out and stressful as it was.
Sylvie, August 2015

My sincerest thanks Rochelle, for all your help with Family Court Matters for my son to this point. Particularly in the initial stages of mediation - as well as supporting me in my journey to fight for my son's needs, you also reminded me of my self-worth. I am a much stronger person now and know I can give my son all the love and support he needs, as he grows into a caring and thoughtful young man.
With warm wishes,
Jenny, June 2015

Dear Rochelle
Thank you for your letter. ... I wish you all the best for the arrival of your precious little bundle! Enjoy the wonderful journey of motherhood. Warm wishes and thanks for all your support!
Wendy, April 2015

Kia Ora Rochelle. 
Thank you very much. I really appreciate all the work, time and effort you've given in helping my son and I. Good luck with baby. It's an eye opener for sure. 
Thanks again,
Pania, March 2015

Thank you Rochelle, you explained things thoroughly so I understood each and every process. You were straight up, honest and fought tooth & nail for me and my children. When things weren't right you made sure they were fixed. I fully appreciate everything you have done for my family. I recommend you to anyone and everyone.
Mandy, February 2015

Hi Rochelle, I hope your Xmas and New Year are going great. Because mine will. Thanks once again for being a brilliant lawyer and person.
Debbie, January 2015

Thank you Rochelle, you made things really easy and were always professional. I would recommend your service to anyone.
Jae, September 2014

Thank you again for all you did. Your support and assistance throughout that time helped me accept it for what it was. You are great at your job, and I cannot thank you enough.
Jerome, September 2014

Rochelle was calm, clear and supportive at a time when I needed help and information. She was able to guide me through the unknown and at times frightening world of the court system. Rochelle is an extremely knowledgeable and articulate lawyer who can be relied upon. Her advice is clear and concise and I felt confident that she could handle any situation that arose. Thank you so much for helping to navigate us successfully through a difficult time!
Taylor, August 2014

Thank you so much for all you have done for us. I will always recommend you very highly to any friends who are in Family Court "trouble". You are my hero!
Alistair, March 2014

I just want to say thank you so much! I couldn't have done it without you Rochelle, you have been a fantastic lawyer and I will be recommending your services to friends and family should they need a family lawyer. I like the fact you're straight up and say it how it is, even if it wasn't always what I wanted to hear. Thanks again Rochelle for everything you have done for myself and my girls. I really appreciate it.
Amanda, September 2013

I believe your support and counsel for my family and myself were hugely important in resolving a lengthy and frustrating issue. The best possible outcome for my children was skillfully sought and I appreciate every piece of your advice - even the bits I didn't like at the time!
George, July 2013

Dear Rochelle,
I am so pleased I had you by my side through this journey. I could not have found a better person to help me. You are truly a professional and I am so lucky to have met you and had you to represent me. Your patience and wise counsel was invaluable to me as there were times when I wasn’t thinking clearly. I can certainly recommend you to anyone who needs expert legal advice and I am happy to provide you with a testimonial to the brilliant work you do for people.
Rhonda, June 2013

... All I can say at this point is that I am eternally grateful that you are my lawyer.
Steven, April 2013

Dear Rochelle,
Thank you so much for meeting with me today. I know it's your job to help people like me, but I really appreciate your compassion, that you came to see me at my place, and your obvious professionalism.
Sara, April 2013

Hi Rochelle,
I wanted to send you a follow up on our situation and thank you for everything you've done for us. My daughter is doing fantastic. Just wanted to share the happy news and thank you for being a part of getting us to a great outcome! I'm convinced that having you [as my lawyer] made all the difference and the best possible outcome - especially for my daughter!
With very kind regards,
Savannah (USA), April 2013

Rochelle, you rock, I'll keep you on!
Adrian, April 2013

Rochelle,
The last ten months have been near impossible to deal with, but thanks to you we got a great outcome, you kept me believing in myself, helped me maintain my integrity with your honest representation and feedback.
Thanks, you are a great professional.
Mark, March 2013

Dear Rochelle,
I would like to thank you for your work to date regarding my family law matters. Your down to earth approach, advice and sound judgement are just what were needed in my case. Issues surrounding Family Law are very sensitive and challenging in most cases. Your ability to make sense of complicated situations is second to none. You were highly recommended when I needed your services and I highly recommend your services and abilities to any future clients you undertake.
Tim, March 2013

Thank you very much for all your help with us, we greatly appreciate it. You helped us understand things when they didn't seem fair to us, you were understanding and helpful and kept us informed through out the process. We would have no hesitation recommending you to anyone that had family issues. Thank you very much once again.
Missy, March 2013

I don't feel like I have said this enough but thank you so much for everything. I know it's your job but I am grateful for all you have done for me.
Liam, February 2013

Thanks again for your work in obtaining the [Court] order, I speak highly of you to my friends about the great job you've done. And thank you for answering all my silly questions.
Ella, January 2013

Thank you very much for the help you have given me. I am living in my new house now and [am] very happy. Cheers,
Kevin, July 2012

Thanks ever so much for your help and support during everything.
Diane, June 2012

Hi Rochelle,
Thankyou for the letter you sent to my ex-husband. I am already feeling less tense and anxious knowing I won't have to receive any more emails from him.
Thankyou again.
Naomi, May 2012

Hi Rochelle, 
Thank you for everything. At long last it is over. I really appreciate all your help and understanding.
Kim, April 2012

Thank you! You have made my day ... thank you for all you have done for me and the kids.
Dave, March 2012

Thank you so much for your help.
Carol, March 2012

Hi Rochelle, 
It was SO good to talk to you and thank you so much for the reassurance – it really means a lot to me! HUGE!
Thanks, Rochelle!
Kerry, October 2011

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for the role you have played in helping me through the legal part of this journey of mine. Thank you for your time, thought and thoroughness.
Lizzy, September 2011

I wish you well with your new practice, and am truly grateful for all you did for me.  I will be sure to pass on your contact details to anyone that I feel will benefit from your truly outstanding and thorough service.  Thank you again Rochelle.
Joy, May 2011

Thanks Rochelle for all your hard work.
Richard, April 2011

Thanks for your expert help, always in such a kind and caring way.
Joan, April 2011

Thank you so much for every thing you did today, I am very happy with the outcome.
Paul, February 2011

Thank you once again for your advice which has resulted in what I feel was a good outcome for my son and I.  I was saddened to see the news today and hope that you and your colleagues / friends / family have not been too badly affected.
Sarah (United Kingdom), 23 February 2011

Once again, you are truly amazing!
James, December 2010

Rochelle,
Thank you very much for everything that you have done for us.
Neville, Ann & Philip, October 2010

Rochelle,
Thank-you for everything you've done for me. I appreciate it very much.
Anna and family, February 2010

Just a little note to say thank you for your splendid effort in getting the final settlement sorted. I am relieved to have it all behind me. I can finally move on. Your work was much appreciated.
Felicity, December 2009




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