{"id":741,"date":"2026-05-30T19:40:39","date_gmt":"2026-05-30T09:40:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/musing-shamir.139-99-238-150.plesk.page\/?page_id=741"},"modified":"2026-08-19T15:56:47","modified_gmt":"2026-08-19T05:56:47","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/musing-shamir.139-99-238-150.plesk.page\/?page_id=741","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Our team<\/h2>\n<div>Meet the people behind our award winning family law firm\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/Favorite-Aragon-Headshot-Melanie-V-2026-06-25-35.webp\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<h3>Melanie Vairawanathan<\/h3>\n<p>Founder &#038; Principal Lawyer<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/melanie-vairawanathan\">View Bio<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/Image-8.webp\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<h3>Landi Freyer<\/h3>\n<p>Lawyer<\/p>\n<div><button uk-toggle=\"target: #landi-freyer\" type=\"button\" class=\"uk-button uk-button-primary\">View Bio<\/button><\/p>\n<div id=\"landi-freyer\" style=\"margin-top: 20px\" hidden>\n<p>Landi is a trusted part of the Melmark Law team, known for the way she supports clients through what are often really difficult and emotional situations. She brings a clear, steady approach to her work, helping clients feel understood while also keeping their matter moving in the right direction.<\/p>\n<p>She holds a Juris Doctor from Monash University and a Bachelor of Criminal Justice with Distinction. Landi combines strong legal knowledge with a practical, solutions focused mindset, so clients not only feel supported, but also know there is a clear strategy behind every step.<\/p>\n<p>Landi genuinely cares about achieving fair and meaningful outcomes. She has a natural ability to connect with people, balancing empathy with confident advocacy so clients feel both reassured and well represented.<\/p>\n<p>Her work has been recognised within the profession, including being named a Finalist in the Lawyers Weekly 30 Under 30 Awards and an Emerging Leader Finalist in the Connecting Lawyer Mums Inspire Awards.<\/p>\n<p>At Melmark Law, Landi is known for her calm presence and attention to detail. She approaches each matter with care and precision, while making sure every client feels heard and supported throughout the process.<\/p>\n<p>Outside of work, Landi enjoys exploring Melbourne\u2019s food and wine scene, staying active, and unwinding with a good podcast or a beautifully made film.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/xara-storey.webp\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<h3>Xara Storey<\/h3>\n<p>Lawyer<\/p>\n<div><button uk-toggle=\"target: #xara-storey\" type=\"button\" class=\"uk-button uk-button-primary\">View Bio<\/button><\/p>\n<div id=\"xara-storey\" style=\"margin-top: 20px\" hidden>\n<p>Xara graduated from Monash University with a distinction average, completing a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and Bachelor of Arts, majoring in International Studies and Gender Studies. Her undergraduate research into police duties of care for third-party victims of family violence reflects her strong passion for justice and making real-world change where it matters most.<\/p>\n<p>With four years\u2019 experience as a family law legal assistant, Xara discovered her passion for family law unexpectedly and has since developed a deep commitment to supporting clients through some of the most challenging times in their lives. She\u2019s driven to make meaningful, lasting differences as she steps into her role as a new lawyer.<\/p>\n<p>When she\u2019s not in the office, you\u2019ll find Xara reading, doing aerial fitness, or spending time with her dog. She\u2019s a big believer in a healthy lifestyle and work-life balance ensuring she brings her best to every part of life.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/Linda-Ho.webp\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<h3>Linda Ho<\/h3>\n<p>Office\/Accounts Manager<\/p>\n<div><button uk-toggle=\"target: #linda-ho\" type=\"button\" class=\"uk-button uk-button-primary\">View Bio<\/button><\/p>\n<div id=\"linda-ho\" style=\"margin-top: 20px\" hidden>\n<p>Linda holds a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology &#038; Sociology) and an Associate Degree in Legal Practice and brings over 10 years\u2019 experience as a Paralegal and Office Manager, with a strong focus on Family Law.<\/p>\n<p>Her calm and organised presence, together with her attention to detail and focus on efficiency, allows her to keep the firm running smoothly, whilst ensuring clients feel informed and supported throughout their legal journey.<\/p>\n<p>When she\u2019s is not working, you\u2019ll find Linda enjoying a coffee and sweet treat and going on adventures with her family.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/Naduni-Arachi.webp\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<h3>Naduni Mallika Arachchi<\/h3>\n<p>Senior Paralegal<\/p>\n<div><button uk-toggle=\"target: #naduni-arachchi\" type=\"button\" class=\"uk-button uk-button-primary\">View Bio<\/button><\/p>\n<div id=\"naduni-arachchi\" style=\"margin-top: 20px\" hidden>\n<p>Naduni is a dedicated Senior Paralegal who plays an integral role in supporting our legal team and ensuring every matter progresses efficiently. Calm, organised and highly detail oriented, she assists with legal research, document preparation, case management and client communication, providing dependable support to both our lawyers and clients throughout every stage of a matter.<\/p>\n<p>Before transitioning into the legal profession, Naduni built an extensive career in project coordination and operations, where she developed a reputation for streamlining processes, coordinating teams and managing complex administrative systems. She brings those skills to Melmark Law every day, combining precision, efficiency and a proactive approach to ensure nothing is overlooked.<\/p>\n<p>Naduni holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the Missouri University of Science and Technology in the United States. Her background in psychology, together with her strong organisational skills and compassionate approach, allows her to support clients with empathy while navigating often complex and emotionally challenging legal matters.<\/p>\n<p>Outside the office, Naduni enjoys expressing her creativity through digital illustration on her tablet and loves travelling solo, embracing new experiences and exploring different cultures.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Law, done differently.<\/h2>\n<div>\n<p>Most people never expect to find themselves needing a family lawyer.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p>Whether your relationship has broken down, you are worried about your children, experiencing family violence, or simply feeling overwhelmed about what comes next, having the right support can make all the difference.<\/p>\n<p>At Melmark Law, we understand that this is more than a legal problem. It is your family, your future and your life. 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This ensures there is always someone familiar with your matter and available to assist when you need support.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/smartphone.png\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<h3>Accessible when it matters most<\/h3>\n<div>Our clients have direct access to our work mobile numbers and email addresses because we understand that legal issues do not always arise during business hours. We pride ourselves on being responsive, accessible and available when our clients need us most.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/partnership.png\" alt=\"\"><\/p>\n<h3>Human first<\/h3>\n<div>We reject the traditional &#8220;ivory tower&#8221; approach to legal practice. We are approachable, down to earth, and genuinely invested in the people we represent. 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