Charlotte Burns

Modern Paralegal

Charlotte joined Farrar Gesini Dunn as a Legal Assistant while in her first year of law school at the Australian National University. Over years, Charlotte has gained extensive experience in family law, assisting solicitors with a broad range of matters including parenting disputes, family violence, and property settlements. Through this work, she has developed a strong understanding of how family lawyers think, work, and communicate.

Known for her calm and considered approach, Charlotte handles sensitive matters with empathy. She is skilled in drafting legal documents, communicating with clients and third parties, and ensuring that legal processes are carried out efficiently. Driven by a genuine interest in people, Charlotte was drawn to family law for its human impact. She is committed to providing high-quality legal support to help achieve the best outcomes for clients and their families.

Real person

Originally from Sydney, Charlotte moved to Canberra to study and quickly made it her home away from home. She is a proud cat mum, a regular at the farmer’s markets, and a keen thrift-shopper with a talent for uncovering hidden gems. In her downtime, Charlotte loves getting lost in a good memoir or essay collection, or settling in for a TV binge (Yellowstone, Friday Night Lights, and Grey’s Anatomy are among her favourites). She is also on a mission to sample her way through Canberra’s best restaurants and wine bars – recommendations are more than welcome.