Our Team

Samantha Baily

LLM, LLB, BA, GDLP

(08) 6555 3953

samantha@bailyfamilylaw.com.au

Meet Samantha, our Founder & Director, who holds a Masters Degree in Law, and was admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of New South Wales in 2003, and before the Supreme Court of Western Australia in 2007.

For the past 22 years, Samantha has practiced exclusively in family law, having worked at two of the largest family law firms in Perth. In establishing Baily Family Law, she brought with her a potent combination of legal knowledge and real-world experience.

As a nationally accredited mediation provider, Samantha can provide clients with a wider range of options to resolve their family law conflict by offering alternative dispute resolution mechanisms such as mediation and arbitration rather than simply advising clients to fight it out in the Family Court like too many family lawyers do.

Samantha has extensive experience as an Independent Children’s Lawyer in countless proceedings before the Family Court of WA, and significant experience in high-level child abuse, alienation and risk cases. She is an active member of a number of Legal Aid Panels.

Samantha has been recognised as a leading Parenting, Custody and Children’s Matter Lawyer in the annual Doyles Guide every year since 2018.

Caitlin Ede

LLB, BA, GDLP

(08) 6555 3953

caitlin@bailyfamilylaw.com.au

Caitlin is one of Baily Family Law’s longest-standing team members. She graduated with a Bachelor of Laws from Murdoch University in 2017 and proceeded to complete her College of Law in 2018.
After graduation Caitlin worked at a commercial law firm before she began pursuing her interest in family law. Her interest in this area of the law is what subsequently led her to becoming a much-loved and respected team member at Baily Family Law.

Caitlin commenced her employment with BFL in July 2018, initially as a Law Clerk, until she was admitted to the Supreme Court of Western Australia in late 2018 where she continued her employment with Baily Family Law as a Lawyer. As of 13 January 2025, we were proud to welcome her to the role of Partner.

Caitlin has a particular interest in Parenting and Care & Protection matters. She is also an Independent Children’s Lawyer. Caitlin also holds a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Psychology from the University of Western Australia, which affords her a professional, emphatic and mindful understanding of the emotional needs of every client.

Jeff Hewitt

LLB

(08) 6555 3953

Jeff@bailyfamilylaw.com.au

Jeff joined the Baily Family Law team as a Senior Associate in December 2023. He graduated with a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Western Australia in 2001 and was admitted to the Supreme Court of Western Australia in 2003. Jeff has specialised in family law for over 20 years, with his practice covering all areas of family law, including but not limited to property and financial settlement, parenting matters, superannuation splitting, spousal maintenance, consent orders, binding financial agreements, child support agreements, and legal issues arising from de facto relationships and same sex relationships.

Jeff is a member of the Family Law Practitioners’ Association of Western Australia and the Law Society of Western Australia, and also volunteers for the Women’s Legal Service, from which he received a Certificate of Appreciation in November 2023 in recognition of his dedication and efforts.

Karen Campbell

LLB

(08) 6555 3953

karen@bailyfamilylaw.com.au

Karen joined Baily Family Law in October 2022. She was admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand in June 2006, and practiced Family Law in New Zealand from 2006-2009, which included complex parenting matters, and cases involving significant levels of Family Violence. Karen relocated to Perth in 2009 and has worked exclusively in Family Law in Western Australia since that time. She has been admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of Western Australia since 2009 and has been on the roll of the High Court of Australia since 2010. Karen has worked as an Independent Children’s Lawyer since 2014 and has significant assistance in cases involving family violence, allegations of risks of abuse and alienation. She is on a number of Panels for Family Law and Dispute Resolution with Legal Aid WA.

Karen has significant experience in relation to complex parenting and property settlement matters. She actively encourages parties to reach agreement by way of mediation and without the need for contested Family Court proceedings. However, if matters are not capable of resolution, Karen has significant experience appearing in the Family Court and can capably assist you though the Court process with efficiency and empathy. Karen is a member of the Family Law Practitioners Association of Western Australia

Raechel Ellis

LLB

(08) 6555 3953

raechel@bailyfamilylaw.com.au

Raechel graduated from Murdoch University with a Bachelor of Laws in late 2012. After a break to travel overseas, in early 2014 Raechel completed a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice at the College of Law. Raechel was admitted as a legal practitioner in the Supreme Court of Western Australia in August 2014 and the High Court of Australia in September 2014.

Raechel has worked exclusively in Family Law since her admission, both in Perth and regional Western Australia. Whilst she has experience in all areas of Family Law, she is particularly interested in parenting proceedings. Raechel is an Independent Children’s Lawyer and is regularly appointed to represent the best interests of children.

Raechel has been a member of the Family Law Practitioner Association of Western Australia’s Council since December 2022, serving as the Country- North Representative from December 2022 until November 2024 and a Councillor since December 2024.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, going to the gym, shopping, reading, cooking, and travelling.

Jaymee Poh

LLB GDLP

(08) 6555 3953

jaymee@bailyfamilylaw.com.au

Jaymee graduated with a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Western Australia in 2018. He completed his Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice at the College of Law in 2020.

Upon his admission to practice, Jaymee commenced work as a family lawyer at a Community Legal Centre where he worked on a specialised program providing family law parenting advice and representation to male inmates of Western Australian prisons.

Jaymee moved into private family law practice in 2021 where he worked primarily on property matters before joining Baily Family Law in 2023.

Jaymee has experience in all areas of Family Law, including parenting matters involving complex issues of family violence and abuse, property matters and spousal maintenance.

Prior to starting his legal career, Jaymee obtained a degree in Molecular Biology and worked briefly as a Research Assistant before completing a Graduate Diploma in Secondary Education. He taught high school science and mathematics at various high schools in Western Australia for 5 years.

Millie Pendlebury

BA LLB

(08) 6555 3953

millie@bailyfamilylaw.com.au

Millie graduated with a Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Arts from the University of Notre Dame in late 2021 and proceeded to complete her Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice at the College of Law in early 2023, soon after which she was admitted to the Supreme Court of Western Australia.

Millie has worked in the area of family law since February 2015, and in 2021 commenced as the Legal Associate to the Honourable Justice O’Brien at the Family Court of Western Australia. After her time at the Court, Millie moved into practice at Legal Aid WA where she worked primarily in the area of Family Violence Restraining Orders and later in the duty lawyer service at the Family Court of Western Australia. Millie has been a member of the Baily Family Law team since June 2024.

Outside of work Millie enjoys spending time with friends and family and staying active by swimming with her local club. Millie is a member of the Family Law Practitioners’ Association of Western Australia and the Family Law Section of the Law Council of Australia.

Madeline Zulsdorf

LLB GDLP

(08) 6555 3953

maddy@bailyfamilylaw.com.au

Madeline recently graduated from Murdoch University and was admitted as a lawyer of the Supreme Court in December 2023.

Madeline has been working exclusively in family law as a paralegal for the last 5 years and plans to continue to work in the family law sector.

Outside of work, Madeline enjoys staying active at the gym, playing soccer, and spending time with her friends, family and animals.

Devon Ede

(08) 6555 3953

devon@bailyfamilylaw.com.au

Devon joined the BFL team as an Administrative and Legal Assistant in October 2022 and moved into a Paralegal role in February 2024. Devon is a hardworking and enthusiastic team member who is constantly looking for ways to broaden her knowledge. Outside of work Devon enjoys staying active, doing Pilates and spending time with her friends.

Janae Godfrey

(08) 6555 3953

janae@bailyfamilylaw.com.au

Janae joined the BFL team as a Paralegal in January 2024, and brings with her an empathetic, customer-oriented approach to support our clients through their difficult experiences. She is currently studying a Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Western Australia, with plans to commence the Juris Doctor in 2025, and is looking forward to starting her career in such a valuable and rewarding field. Away from the office, Janae enjoys brunch, volunteering and time spent with her family.

Rachel Soo

(08) 6555 3953

rachels@bailyfamilylaw.com.au

Rachel joined the Baily Family Law team in March 2024 as a Paralegal. She is currently studying a double degree of Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Law at Curtin University. Rachel has a strong passion for family law and criminal law and wishes to pursue a career in either of these sectors in the future. Away from the office, Rachel enjoys reading, going to brunch, and travelling.

Megan Visagie

(08) 6555 3953

admin@bailyfamilylaw.com.au

Megan joined the BFL team on Reception in May 2024, before moving into a Legal Assistant role in September 2024. Away from the office Megan enjoys reading, swimming, and walking her dog, as well as helping with the Kids Ministry at her local church.

Elena Danicic

(08) 6555 3953

reception@bailyfamilylaw.com.au

Elena joined Baily Family Law on Reception in September 2024. In 2025 she is starting a Bachelor of Philosophy, Politics and Economics at UWA, with plans to commence the Juris Doctor in 2028. Elena looks forward to starting her legal career in the positive and supportive environment of the BFL team. In her spare time, she enjoys going to the beach and travelling.

Ambie Nicholls

(08) 6555 3953

reception@bailyfamilylaw.com.au

Ambie joined the Baily Family Law team in July of 2024 as an Office Junior, before taking on a Legal Assistant position in September 2024. He will be starting a Bachelor of Laws at Curtin University in 2025 and is looking to pursue a career in criminal law. Outside the office, Ambie enjoys a wide range of activities such as playing sports, travelling, and tutoring primary and high school students in a variety of subjects.

Kirsten Yates

(08) 6555 3953

accounts@bailyfamilylaw.com.au

Kirsten joined Baily Family Law in October 2022, offering in-house Accounts Management and support to the team. She has over 16 years’ experience working in administration and accounts, bringing her experience recently from within the legal industry at a top tier firm.

Away from the office, Kirsten is busy with her young family, and enjoys camping, fishing and going to the gym.

Freya McWilliams Gardi

(08) 6555 3953

freya@bailyfamilylaw.com.au

Freya joined the Baily Family Law team in October 2024 as our Accounts Assistant, moving into the legal industry from a veterinary nursing background. Outside of work her interests include reading and horse riding.

Lucy Stone

(08) 6555 3953

office@bailyfamilylaw.com.au

Lucy joined BFL in March 2021, bringing with her an Honours degree in English Literature and a background in Human Resources and Recruitment. She performs a variety of tasks to provide support to our Director and Practice Manager. Away from the office Lucy stays busy with reading, working on home renovation projects, and managing her young family.

Swarali Kembhavi

LLB BA Grad Dip. in Human Resources Management

(08) 6555 3953

ali@bailyfamilylaw.com.au

Swarali is a graduate of Western Sydney University where she has completed a Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Arts majoring in History and Political Thought. A short while after her graduation she relocated to Perth and obtained a Graduate Diploma in Human Resources Management from Curtin University. She joined the BFL family as a Law Clerk and Paralegal in May 2019.

Swarali has extensive experience as a paralegal and has recently made a lateral move within the firm from Human Resources and Office Manager to be the Practice Manager. She is an accredited Mental Health First Aider, as she considers this to be essential for the mental health and wellbeing of staff and clients.

In her spare time, Swarali enjoys reading and listening to podcasts.