Katrene Halteh is the Principal Lawyer and Director of Urban Family Lawyers, a leading law firm in New South Wales. With almost two decades of professional experience in the legal field, Katrene is committed to empowering and guiding her clients through challenging family law and estate-related matters with skill, compassion, and dedication.
Katrene’s expertise lies in handling complex family law matters, including parenting disputes, property settlements, and Binding Financial and Child Support Agreements. She is renowned for her practical approach to resolving disputes, ensuring her clients achieve tailored solutions without unnecessary financial or emotional strain. When required, her strong advocacy skills shine as she effectively represents clients in contested litigation before the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, as demonstrated by her success in cases like Clowes & Konig [2022] FedCFamC1F 565.
In addition to family law, Katrene has extensive experience in wills and estates, estate planning, and estate litigation, including contested wills and family provision claims. Her ability to blend legal expertise across these interconnected areas ensures her clients are supported through every stage of life’s key moments, from planning for their future to resolving disputes within the family.
Katrene is also deeply engaged with her local community, providing pro bono advice to registered charities and working closely with individuals in need. She has been honoured with a Business Achievement Award at the 13th Annual St George Community Awards and was named a Finalist in the Georges River Local Business Awards in 2024. These recognitions reflect her dedication not only to legal excellence but also to meaningful community involvement.
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Katrene prides herself on offering holistic legal solutions that address the unique needs of her clients while maintaining a focus on practical and compassionate guidance. As a leader in her profession, she continues to set an exemplary standard in the areas of family law and estate litigation.
