Tilé and Olly Meets: Clarissa Rayward

OMG how cool is it for us to sit down with one of the OG’s in legal podcasting, Clarissa Rayward. We talk about three significant losses in her life (including mention of deaths by suicide) that have impacted her life and practice so we offer a content note for our listeners to take care as you tune in.

Clarissa Rayward is a family lawyer, business owner, author, and self-confessed lover of chocolate, coffee, and all things colourful. She’s the Director of the Brisbane Family Law Centre, where for over 16 years she’s helped families navigate separation with compassion and creativity.

Author of Splitsville: How to separate, stay out of court and stay friends, Clarissa also founded Happy Lawyer Happy Life—a movement inspiring lawyers to build happier, healthier careers through books, podcasts, and education.

Recognised for her leadership and wellbeing advocacy in law, Clarissa has received multiple awards, including the 2019 Wellness Advocate of the Year and the 2022 Agnes McWhinney Award for excellence, equity, and service to the community.

We are so grateful for her time and vulnerability. This is a stunning conversation full of heart, colour and vibes! An important digression is Clarissa sharing about some new research and podcast she is currently embarking on (exciting!). Tell us your thoughts on the episode