welcomeCLEON Legal and Mediation Services was founded for the purpose of creating a different experience for clients going through the justice system, and to do legal business differently. We specialise in domestic violence, family law (especially parenting matters), Victim Assist Applications, and providing education to the community about domestic violence. We are lawyers, mediators, and collaborative professionals (recognised with the Queensland Collaborative Law Association and the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals). Chrissy Leontios is a Finalist in the National Legal Awards in two categories: Regional/Suburban Lawyer of the Year, and the firm CLEON Legal and Mediation Services is a Finalist in Regional/Suburban Law Firm of the Year. We are also proud of Chrissy Leontios’ achievements in being a Finalist in the National Woman in Law Awards in the category of Sole Practitioner of the Year. |
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Prisoners are arguably one of the most disadvantaged groups in Australia (and the world). Little to no research has been conducted about the impact on prisoners who are also self-represented litigants (hereinafter referred to as 'self-represented prisoners')... |
Domestic and family violence (D&FV) is a heinous, and omnipresent epidemic in Australia. D&FV is more than physical violence. It is actual and threatened behaviour, and behaviour which is used to incite fear. |
Empowerment, recognition of one’s feelings, acknowledgement, empathy, and long-term skills building are experiences seldom experienced by families litigating in the family law system. Litigation in the family law system is harsh. |
This is a personal account of my quest to provide humanitarian services to the community, in alignment with my vision and values of all Australians receiving access to legal advice and legal services, particularly women experiencing domestic and family violence and those who rely on the legal system to achieve their safety. |
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Online legal service offerings are no longer the exclusive territory of commercial transactional law, with one new firm taking its national family law services virtual. |
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Lawyers Weekly publisher William Magee said the finalists represented the best talent within the legal sector .“The Australian Law Awards are always a landmark event in the legal calendar, and this year’s event is no exception,” he said.“ Our finalists represent a range of experience and backgrounds, but share a commitment to excellence in the law.” |
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Chrissy Leontios has had a busy year. After completing The College’s Legal Practice Management Course in November 2015, Leontios founded her own firm, CLEON Legal and Mediation Services in April 2016. |
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Now in its fifth year, the Women in Law Awards aims to recognise the achievements of women who have challenged, influenced or changed the practice of law in Australia. |
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A TOWNSVILLE lawyer is taking large strides against domestic violence, assisting victims to get away from their abusers and helping them get their lives back on track. |
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CONTACT P.O Box 130 Level 3, Suite 3/42 Sturt St • Australia wide virtual services available |
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