Disrupting Tradition Innovative Strategies in Family & Estate Law
Michael Seton
Keynote Speaker – Family Law Stream
Solicitor, Director, Accredited Specialist – Family Law, Seton Family Lawyers
Michael Seton is the Founder and Solicitor Director of Seton Family Lawyers, a values-led firm dedicated to strategic advocacy, wellbeing initiatives, and improving access to justice.
An Accredited Specialist in Family Law, he serves on the Law Society’s Specialist Accreditation Advisory Committee, The University of Sydney’s Human Rights Ethics Committee, and as Secretary of the Central Coast Law Society.
Michael has received national recognition for his leadership and commitment to mental health, including Family Law Partner of the Year and Wellbeing Champion of the Year (2024), and Mentor of the Year and the Partner of the Year Excellence Award (2025).
His work reflects a vision for a profession where people can thrive, lead, and create lasting impact.
Spot It Early
You’ll walk away knowing how to recognise the warning signs of stress and burnout before they take hold
Small Steps, Big Impact
You’ll learn simple daily habits that make a powerful difference to resilience and wellbeing
Redefine Success
You’ll discover how prioritising mental health creates stronger teams, happier lives, and more sustainable success
Mind Over Matters: Mental Health Focus in Family Law
In this candid and thought-provoking presentation, Michael shares his lived experience of burnout, exhaustion, and recovery in the legal profession. Drawing on personal stories of hitting breaking points, and the lessons learned from therapy, family, and colleagues, he explores the hidden pressures behind professional success and the importance of recognising early warning signs. With honesty and humour, he highlights practical strategies – from small daily rituals to structural workplace changes – that promote resilience, balance, and wellbeing.
His journey shows that prioritising mental health is not only essential for personal fulfilment but also strengthens teams, improves performance, and redefines what it means to be successful in law.