We have separated and need to divide our property
Asset division, superannuation splits, mortgages, and financial settlements
We cannot agree on arrangements for our children
Parenting plans, custody disputes, relocation, and court orders
Sole and joint applications, 12-month separation, and service issues
I need to protect my assets before or during a relationship
Binding Financial Agreements, prenups, and defacto agreements
Relationship breakdowns impact your children, your finances, your home, and your future. Most people who call us have never had to deal with the family law system before and are overwhelmed by the uncertainty.
Our family law team represents clients across Melbourne in both out-of-court negotiations and proceedings before the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. We focus on sensible, cost-effective resolutions that keep disputes out of court whenever possible, while standing firm when your rights and your children need protection.
You will deal directly with a dedicated family lawyer who understands your circumstances and provides pragmatic, compassionate advice without confusing jargon.
Property and financial settlements
Asset division, business interests, superannuation splitting, and spousal maintenance
Parenting arrangements & child custody
Parenting plans, living arrangements, equal shared care, and relocation disputes
Sole or joint applications, separation under one roof, and overseas marriages
Binding Financial Agreements (BFAs)
Prenuptial agreements, cohabitation agreements, and post-separation agreements
Consent orders
Formalising agreed property and parenting outcomes legally without going to trial
Family violence & intervention orders
Navigating IVOs and urgent safety orders in the context of family law proceedings
Facing a family law circumstance not listed above? Call us. If it involves separation, children, or matrimonial assets, we can guide you through the process, and if you need an alternate specialist, we will be upfront about it.
You tell us about your relationship, children, and financial picture. We explain your rights under the Family Law Act and outline realistic outcomes without setting unrealistic expectations.
Most matters settle without ever stepping inside a courtroom. We handle correspondence with your former partner’s lawyer, conduct formal mediation, and draft binding Consent Orders to finalise your agreement.
If mediation fails or urgent intervention is needed to safeguard children or matrimonial assets, we prepare comprehensive court documents and represent you firmly in the Federal Circuit and Family Court.
No. The majority of family law matters are resolved through negotiation, collaborative law, or mediation. Once an agreement is reached, we can file an Application for Consent Orders with the court, making the agreement legally binding without anyone having to appear in court.
Under Australian law, there is no automatic 50/50 split. The court follows a four-step process: identifying the net asset pool, assessing financial and non-financial contributions (including homemaking and parenting), evaluating future needs (such as age, health, and care of children), and ensuring the final division is just and equitable.
For married couples, property settlement applications must be filed within 12 months of a divorce order taking effect. For de facto relationships, you have 2 years from the date of separation. Missing these limitation periods requires special leave from the court, so obtaining early advice is critical.
We believe in upfront, transparent pricing. We offer fixed fees where appropriate (such as for straightforward divorce applications and consent orders) and detailed fee breakdowns for complex negotiations or litigation so you always know your costs in advance.
Our office is located on Keilor Road in Niddrie, making us easily accessible to families from Niddrie, Essendon, Moonee Ponds, and Airport West. We represent clients across greater Melbourne in mediations and at the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Melbourne and Dandenong registries).
Keilor, Avondale Heights, Broadmeadows, Sunshine, Footscray, Werribee, and the wider north-west region.
Mediation or court date scheduled? Tell us when you call and we will prioritise your timeline.
Floor 1, 330 Keilor Rd
Niddrie VIC 3042
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