Family Law

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During the difficult and uncertain times ahead we are here to help.

Our experienced family law lawyers will take the time to listen to you and understand your needs. We will work hard to get you the best result with the least fuss and cost to you. You might be surprised to hear that in most cases we will encourage early settlements so that you are in control of the outcome which will save you time and money. In our view court should be the last resort.

When it comes to legal fees we want to ease the burden. Our fees are very competitive and we offer flexible payment options and fixed fee arrangements. You will know from the outset what your costs will be. There will never be any nasty surprises with us.

Our family law lawyers can help you with:

Separation: Parenting Plans and Orders

Following a separation careful consideration needs to be given to preparing a parenting plan or application. A parenting plan is a voluntary agreement that covers the day to day and long-term responsibilities of each parent towards their children. If the parties are unable to reach agreement on some or all responsibilities then a parenting application in court is necessary. Click here to learn more about parenting plans and applications and how we can help.

Separation: Property and Financial Arrangements

Another important consideration following a separation is how to divide the assets (for example the family home and furniture) and liabilities (for example a mortgage or credit cards) between the partners. Click here to learn more about the considerations given in property and financial arrangements and how we can help.

Divorce Applications

Generally applications for a divorce are made once all parenting and property / financial matters are resolved. There are certain requirements that need to be met before proceeding with an application for divorce. Click here to learn more about the process to apply for a divorce and how we can help.

Spousal Maintenance

Spousal maintenance is the financial support one partner provides to the other after a relationship has ended. It can include a lump sum or periodic payments and can be paid by a court order or by agreement. Click here to learn more about spousal maintenance and how we can help.

Child Support

The Department of Human Services usually assesses the amount of child support payable by one parent to another using a special formula that considers the cost of raising the children, the incomes of both parents and the amount of care each parent provides. It is possible to make a private child support agreement in certain circumstances. Click here to learn more about child support agreements and how we can help.

De-facto Relationships

De Facto couples (couples not married to each other but in a relationship living together on a genuine domestic basis) have similar rights and obligations as married couples particularly when it comes to separation. That means the same requirements when it comes to parenting plans and applications and property and financial arrangements. Click here to learn how we can help.

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Family Law

• Separation: Parenting Plans and Orders
• Separation: Property and Financial Arrangements
• Divorce Applications
• Spousal Maintenance
• Child Support
• De-facto Relationships

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