Family Law

Often an agreement is reached without the need for mediation or litigation. It is important to formalise a property settlement so you can have security and certainty following the end of your relationship. Having access to qualified and experienced representation in the negotiation, mediation and litigation process is key to commercially efficient and equitable outcomes.

Contact us to discuss the range of issues to be considered in negotiating and formalising a property settlement for de facto and/or same sex relationships, including statutory limitation periods.

Separation changes the financial dynamic of the family. It is important to be able to establish there is a capacity to meet and a need for spousal maintenance payments. Contact us to discuss how spouse maintenance may form part of your overall property settlement.

Separation means there will be an adjustment to how your children are cared for and important decision making around their safety, culture, education, health and wellbeing. We can assist in negotiating and preparing Parenting Plans, Consent Orders or where your dispute requires a Court determination. We also have professional relationships with experienced family law mediators, counsellors and family therapists specialising in parenting disputes.

Outside the realm of Services Australia (Child Support Agency), parents have the capacity to make arrangements for their child’s financial support. Contact us to see how we can assist in preparing a Binding Child Support Agreement.

Our experienced team can assist you in all aspects of divorce including advice, preparation, filing and service.