Eleanor Surajballi

Eleanor Surajballi

Eleanor Surajballi

Education

  • University of British Columbia, B.A. (Double Major in Political Science and English Literature), 2009
  • Bond University, J.D., 2011

Bar Admissions

  • Queensland, 2013 (not active)
  • British Columbia, 2020

REPORTED DECISIONS

  • M.L v R.H., 2022 BCSC 1580 (co-counsel, Family Trial)
  • Meik v Vachon, 2022 BCSC 1682 (Co-counsel, Jurisdictional application)
  • Liu v Zhao, 2024 BCSC 683 (counsel, successfully opposed application to sell family home and interim distribution)
  • Quinn v Small, 2024 BCSC 1714 (In chambers) (co-counsel)

Associate

Eleanor Surajballi is a dedicated family lawyer with international legal experience, currently practicing in British Columbia, Canada. Formerly admitted to the Queensland Bar in Australia, Eleanor brings a broad, cross-jurisdictional perspective to her family law practice, alongside a strong foundation in both litigation and dispute resolution.

In addition to her family law expertise, Eleanor has significant experience in other areas of law, including real estate law and civil litigation. This diverse legal background enables her to approach family law matters, especially those involving property division and financial settlements, with a comprehensive understanding of real estate transactions, contracts, and civil disputes. Her experience in civil litigation further strengthens her ability to navigate contentious cases, ensuring that her clients’ interests are vigorously represented both inside and outside the courtroom.

Her family law practice includes all areas, such as separation and divorce, parenting arrangements, child and spousal support, property division, and international family matters. Eleanor has successfully advocated in court on behalf of her clients, earning a reputation for thorough preparation, persuasive advocacy, and a calm yet confident presence in the courtroom.

She is also skilled in resolving disputes outside of court, utilizing negotiation and mediation to achieve practical, cost-effective solutions that best serve her clients’ long-term interests.

Outside of her legal practice, Eleanor enjoys hiking local trails with her Welsh Pembroke Corgi, Milo, and is actively engaged in her community.