Family Law

We provide expert advice, representation and assistance in family law matters, including parenting arrangements, property settlements and care and protection.

If you separate from your spouse or partner, it is important to obtain thorough legal advice so that you get it right for you and your children.

Separation will no doubt cause much emotional distress and uncertainty for you and your children. The legal system for resolving disputes can be both complex and daunting. That is why you need a lawyer who you can trust and rely on to help you navigate the complex family law system.

Whilst making the decision to choose the right family lawyer can be difficult, we hope to make it easier for you with our plain English explanation of your rights and of the legal process.

Our aim is to help our clients achieve a timely and cost-effective resolution of the family law dispute, and where the matter involves children to ensure that we give you the very best advice and representation in protecting their best interests.

When issues arise, you can be assured we will listen, we will act in your best interests and we will strive to get the best possible outcome for you and your children.

Our team of family law professionals have extensive knowledge and experience in all manner of family law/relationship disputes and care and protection proceedings.

Parenting disputes:

• Contact Arrangements;
• Parenting Plans and Consent Orders;
• Mediation;
• Family Court and Federal Circuit Court matters
• Relocation;
• Matters involving risk of harm to children;
• Matters involving domestic violence;
• Child support matters;
• Adoption

Property disputes:

• Division of marital assets;
• Superannuation splits;
• Spousal maintenance;
• Financial Agreements and Consent Orders
• Mediation;
• Family Court and Federal Circuit Court matters

Care and Protection proceedings:

• Children’s Court litigation;
• Applications to have your children restored;
• Contact issues
• Mediation and Dispute Resolution
• Foster Care, Guardianship and Adoption

It is very important to get legal advice as soon as possible. If you need assistance in a family law or care and protection matter, please contact our office to arrange a consultation with one of our experienced family lawyers.

We put you and your family first.