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Family

family_375Most people find they need Family Law advice at some stage of their lives.

Family Law is unique. It involves the most important things in your life – your relationship, your children, your home and your belongings. Disputes, whether they involve property, separation or children are often emotionally charged and complex.

Personal relationships and their breakdown can lead to some of life’s most difficult and distressing changes. At such times, competence and compassion are essential in your legal advisers. We are acutely aware of the pressures and emotional distress, and have the ability and experience to assist you, in these difficult times.

We will provide you with expert advice, expressed clearly and simply so that it is easy for you to understand. We know how important your case is and we respond appropriately, working with you, listening to you and tailoring our approach to achieve the best possible outcome.

Our comprehensive Family Law services include:

  • Separation
  • Dissolution of marriage (Divorce)
  • Maintenance
  • Child welfare including access and custody disputes
  • Parenting Orders
  • Occupation Orders
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Protection and Testamentary Promises claims
  • Relationship Property claims and disputes
  • Adoptions