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Family Law
- Parenting Arrangements for Children After Separation
- Dividing Property & Finances After Separation
- Advice and Support Through Separation & Divorce
- Personal Safety and Protection During Separation
- Family Law Advice for Grandparents & Other Family Members
- Resolving Family Law Disputes Without Going to Court
Our family lawyers in Melbourne and Mount Waverley provide clear, practical advice on separation, divorce, parenting arrangements and property settlements. We help you understand your rights and options, work towards child‑focused and commercially sensible outcomes, and document agreements or represent you in court when required.
How we work with you
We understand that relationship breakdowns are stressful and emotional, and that you may be unsure where to start. Our team takes the time to listen to your circumstances, explain the law in straightforward terms and outline your options, including negotiation, mediation and, where necessary, court proceedings. We focus on protecting children from conflict, preserving assets where possible and helping you move forward with confidence.
Looking at the whole picture
Family law issues often involve more than one area at the same time, such as parenting, property, spousal maintenance, superannuation and family violence. We work with you to prioritise urgent concerns like safety and living arrangements, then address longer‑term questions about housing, finances and care of children. Where appropriate, we collaborate with your other professional advisers, including counsellors, financial planners and accountants, so that your legal strategy supports your broader personal and financial goals.
Our family law experience
Our family lawyers regularly advise on parenting arrangements, child support, relocation, de facto relationships, and family law advice for grandparents and other family members. We have experience in both straightforward and complex property settlements, including matters involving family businesses, trusts, self‑managed superannuation funds and inheritances. Whether your matter can be resolved by agreement or requires court intervention, we assist with drafting and reviewing documents, representing you in negotiations and appearing on your behalf in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.
Resolving disputes efficiently
Where possible, we aim to resolve disputes without going to court by using negotiation, mediation and other forms of alternative dispute resolution. These approaches can reduce cost and delay, minimise stress and help preserve important family relationships, particularly where parents will need to communicate about children for many years to come. If court proceedings are required, we provide realistic advice about likely timeframes, costs and outcomes, and guide you through each step so you feel supported and informed.