Dash Paudyal

Dash Paudyal is Managing Special Counsel at Queensland Family Law Practice, holding a senior leadership position within the firm. This title reflects her seniority, depth of expertise, and the leadership she provides in guiding both clients and colleagues.

In her role, Dash manages the legal team and provides oversight, guidance, and quality assurance across all matters at the firm. She plays a key role in setting legal standards, supporting lawyers in complex or sensitive cases, and ensuring every client receives consistent, thoughtful, and high-quality legal advice.

A highly experienced family lawyer, Dash is also a dedicated advocate known for her calm, compassionate approach. With over 17 years’ experience in family law, she has practised locally in Brisbane, nationally in Melbourne, and internationally in the United Kingdom, giving her a broad and well-rounded perspective on family law matters.

Dash has been a trusted adviser to high-net-worth individuals navigating complex property disputes and has a strong track record of achieving favourable outcomes in parenting matters. Her expertise also extends to protection order matters, binding financial agreements, surrogacy, and donor agreements, where precision, sensitivity, and sound judgment are essential.

Known for her attention to detail and steady judgment, Dash guides clients through emotionally challenging situations with clarity and care. She prides herself on building strong, respectful relationships with her clients and providing a complete and considered service during what can be some of the most difficult periods of their lives.

Dash is an active member of the Family Law Practitioners Association and the Queensland Law Society. She has also volunteered with organisations including Caxton Legal Centre and the LGBTI Legal Service, reflecting her long-standing commitment to access to justice and inclusive legal support.

Professional Qualifications

  • Admitted as a Legal Practitioner to the High Court of Australia in 2011

  • Admitted as a Legal Practitioner to the Supreme Court of Queensland in 2011

Areas Of Practice

Professional Legal Capabilities include:

Membership

  • Member of  Queensland Law Society

  • Member of Family Law Practitioners Association of Queensland

  • Volunteered with Caxton Legal Centre

  • Volunteered with the LGBTI Legal Service.

  • Previous Womens Lawyers Association of Queensland member

  • Previous Victorian Womens Lawyers Association of Victoria member

  • Previous Law Institute of Victoria member.

Interests Outside of Work

Outside of professional life helping people Dash enjoys hiking, travel, restaurants and real estate.

What I love about Family Law and QFLP

Entrusting your family’s legal matters into capable hands means embracing a journey of professional support wrapped with genuine care. QFLP offers holistic care for clients because family law is more than just legal advice it involves clients’ financial and emotional futures.