Sylvia Liu

Sylvia is a Senior Associate at Watts McCray Lawyers, practising in Family Law. She was admitted as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of New South Wales in 2021 and holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of International and Global Studies from the University of Sydney.

Sylvia has experience across a broad range of family law matters, including complex parenting disputes, property and financial settlements, spousal maintenance and binding Financial Agreements. She regularly represents clients in negotiations, mediations and contested proceedings before the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, with experience in both interim and final hearings.

Sylvia brings a broad legal perspective to her Family Law work, drawing on her previous experience in immigration law and general legal practice, including advising clients on Wills and estate planning matters. Her diverse experience is particularly valuable when assisting clients with complex financial arrangements, international connections and culturally diverse family circumstances.

Sylvia understands that family law matters are rarely just about the law. They often involve deeply personal decisions about children, financial security and the future. She takes the time to understand what matters most to each client and provides clear, honest and practical advice to help them make informed decisions with confidence.

Her approach is both compassionate and pragmatic. Sylvia believes in resolving disputes through negotiation wherever possible, while recognising when a firm and strategic approach to litigation is necessary to protect her clients’ interests.

Sylvia is fluent in Mandarin and has experience assisting clients from culturally diverse backgrounds. She understands how cultural expectations and family dynamics can influence Family Law disputes and tailors her approach to each client’s individual circumstances.

Outside of work, Sylvia enjoys reading and spending time with her family and her merle Labradoodle, Suisui.