AMY HOHNS

Family Lawyer

After high school, I decided that I was going to become a forensic psychologist. And so, I commenced studying a Bachelor of Laws & Bachelor of Psychology at Griffith University in 2014.

A few years down the track, I realised my passion for advocacy and committed to pursuing a career in law. At this point, I transferred my psychology degree to a business degree (with a major in entrepreneurship) with the intention for entrepreneurship to become my ‘creative outlet’ whilst studying law. Upon reflection, it was this decision that has shaped my commercial and creative approach to the practice of law.

Throughout the entirety of my studies, I participated in many practical legal competitions which afforded me numerous opportunities to compete on an inter-state and national scale. During my final year of university, I was also entrusted to manage the competitions portfolio of the Law Students’ Association which involved mentoring early career law students in client interviewing, negotiation and advocacy.

From my practical experience at university, I was lucky enough to gain a position as a legal secretary at a boutique firm in Southport. During this time, I assisted the Principal & Senior Solicitor with the management of property law, commercial law and litigation files. To this date, I often find myself applying this experience to the multi-faceted practice of family law.

Following university, I completed my practical legal training at the College of Law. I specialised in Family Law & Criminal Law as I enjoyed the opportunity to alternate between the roles of ‘good cop, bad cop’.

During this time, I critically considered what I wanted my career to look like in 5, or even 10 years time. Like many of my peers, my heart was not set on becoming part of a corporate firm. Rather, I knew that I would be well-suited to an innovative, client-focused and collaborative team.

Also, I recognised that family law allowed me the opportunity to work with people in manifesting creative, personalised and practical solutions which will have an immediate and lasting effect on their lives. As such, I always strive to empower clients in their decision-making, assist them in maintaining positivity in times of adversity and help in redefining their new version of family.