Ruby White, Jasmine Toomey, and Ally Smith of Seton Family Lawyers.
LEADING Central Coast family law firm, Seton Family Lawyers, has been recognised at the Business NSW State Awards held at ICC Sydney on Wednesday, 29 October, 2025 where they were awarded Employer of Choice – 20 Employees and Under.
The accolade recognises businesses across the state that cultivate outstanding workplaces with measurable outcomes in staff engagement, professional development, diversity and inclusion, and wellbeing.
“The energy in the room was incredible,” said Jasmine Toomey, Graduate Solicitor at Seton Family Lawyers. “It was fantastic to see the Central Coast take home four awards on the night, and I was incredibly proud to accept Employer of Choice on behalf of our team.”
The award highlights the success and possibilities when companies put the wellbeing of their staff first. Seton Family Lawyers takes a holistic approach to people and culture, combining structured mentoring, flexible work and innovative wellbeing practices. The firm’s Ironbark Initiative underpins this with practical supports, including subsidies for self-care and creative pursuits, volunteering and family connection.
“Our people are at the heart of everything we do,” said Michael Seton, Seton Family Lawyers Founder and Solicitor Director.
“This award belongs to every team member; they’ve helped build a supportive, values-led culture that challenges traditional models of legal practice.”
This recognition follows a period of strong performance and impact. Michael was recently named Mentor of the Year and received the overall Excellence Award at the 2025 Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards. And, in 2024, he was recognised by the Law Society of NSW as Wellbeing Advocate of the Year.
The firm’s People and Culture Consultant, Kayla Seton, has also been recognised nationally as a finalist for HR Professional of the Year in the 2025 Lawyers Weekly Women in Law Awards. She won the title in 2024 and also received the night’s overall Excellence Award.
“Our people strategy is grounded in emotional intelligence and psychological safety,” said Kayla Seton.
“Whether it’s through our wellbeing initiatives or our efforts for diversity and inclusion, we’re always striving to help our team thrive both personally and professionally.”
Seton Family Lawyers continues to set the benchmark for wellbeing in the legal profession, helping progress a vital conversation about mental health not only in law, but in every workplace.