Assisting with family and modern relationship law issues
Family law and relationship property issues are extremely sensitive for everyone involved. Whether we are helping our clients navigate through matters of divorce or family law problems, our family lawyers provide a level of care and support that is second to none at a time when they’re feeling most vulnerable.
As family law experts we can give advice when you’re entering into a de facto relationship, marriage or civil union, or if you’re ending that relationship or entering a divorce. We have expertise in dealing successfully in complex relationship property matters.
We are highly experienced family lawyers and can help you with:
- Protecting assets prior to and during a relationship – usually by way of a Contracting Out Agreement (prenup).
- Relationship property division following a separation or divorce.
- Collaborative family law: designed to help separating couples resolve legal issues without going to court – minimising conflict and avoiding litigation where appropriate.
- Issues arising from deceased estates, estate claims or contested wills.
- Testamentary promises claims.
- Issues and disputes regarding family trusts.
- Issues arising from enduring powers of attorney and applications under the Protection of Personal and Property Rights Act 1998.
- Providing guidance on parenting matters, including care arrangements, relocations, holiday schedules, and issues involving parental alienation.
- Acting in private family law matters, including those involving family violence.
- Offering referrals to trusted child specialist professionals to support child-focused decision making.
- Negotiation, mediation and settlement conferences.
- Most hearings in the Family and High Courts.
Family law issues are always emotional, often stressful and can also be quite contentious. We are here to help you find resolution and to provide support throughout this time.
Funding assistance for family law matters
We understand that when you’re navigating a separation or relationship property matter, the financial strain can sometimes stand in the way of getting the legal support you need. That’s why we’ve partnered with JustFund that provides flexible funding solutions for family law legal fees.Through this partnership, eligible clients can access a flexible line of credit to cover legal fees and expenses related to separation or relationship property proceedings. You don’t have to repay the loan until you reach a settlement, which we hope reduces the stress associated with paying costs upfront.
- If you’d like to know more, please call us on 04 499 4014 or send us a message using the contact form.