Cos Michaelides

Cos Michaelides is a dedicated partner at VM Family Lawyers, practising exclusively in family law since his admission in 2014. He brings extensive experience from his work at both suburban and city law firms, focusing on children's and financial family law matters, mediations, and intervention order proceedings. Cos has a particular interest in guiding clients through family law financial issues and is committed to supporting the LGBT community, especially in ensuring safety from family violence. His career commenced with roles at Altavilla Vessali and Plaza Legal, and he further honed his expertise at Logie-Smith Lanyon Lawyers. Since 2018, as a partner at VM Family Lawyers in Northcote, Victoria, Cos has been representing clients in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia and the Magistrates' Court, as well as in mediations. Cos's academic credentials include a Master's degree in Applied Family Law from The College of Law Australia and an LLB with Honours from the University of Melbourne, underscoring his strong foundational knowledge. His pragmatic approach is informed by his early experience as a volunteer paralegal and his role shadowing a barrister, enriching his understanding of complex legal dynamics and client advocacy.