What We Do
Legal Practice Areas
Family law covers a broad range of the law including Parenting, Property Matters, Child Support and Divorce.
PARENTING
Separating from a partner is never easy, especially when there are children involved. It is important that you see a lawyer as soon as possible so that you are fully informed of your rights under the Family Law Act (1975) Cth (“the Act”).
The Act ensures that when the Court is addressing parenting arrangements or orders that the best interest of the child have been considered and are reflected in the outcome.
The two most common ways to resolve parenting matters are Parenting Plans and Consent Orders. Both have pros and cons that need to be discussed with a lawyer before entering into these agreements.
PROPERTY MATTERS
Family Law property matters is the process is splitting up the relationship’s assets.
The Family Court uses a four-step process that must be followed when distributing asset. Our friendly lawyers will talk you through these steps so that you can understand your entitlements and how we have reached this conclusion.
After an agreement has been reached regarding splitting of assets then our lawyers will assist you in formalising your agreement with Court Consent Orders or a Financial Agreement.
CHILD SUPPORT
Although Child Support is mostly handled by Services Australia, we can assist you by advising and drafting private Child Support Agreements that will formalise any arrangements between you and your former partner.
DIVORCE
Divorce is the process of obtaining Court Orders that state you are no longer married to your ex-spouse. In order to be eligible to get divorced you must reside in Australia, be married and have been separated for at least twelve months. Our lawyers will assist you throughout this process and provide you with your Court Orders confirming your divorce.
PARENTING
Separating from a partner is never easy, especially when there are children involved. It is important that you see a lawyer as soon as possible so that you are fully informed of your rights under the Family Law Act (1975) Cth (“the Act”).
The Act ensures that when the Court is addressing parenting arrangements or orders that the best interest of the child have been considered and are reflected in the outcome.
The two most common ways to resolve parenting matters are Parenting Plans and Consent Orders. Both have pros and cons that need to be discussed with a lawyer before entering into these agreements.
PROPERTY MATTERS
Family Law property matters is the process is splitting up the relationship’s assets.
The Family Court uses a four-step process that must be followed when distributing asset. Our friendly lawyers will talk you through these steps so that you can understand your entitlements and how we have reached this conclusion.
After an agreement has been reached regarding splitting of assets then our lawyers will assist you in formalising your agreement with Court Consent Orders or a Financial Agreement.
CHILD SUPPORT
Although Child Support is mostly handled by Services Australia, we can assist you by advising and drafting private Child Support Agreements that will formalise any arrangements between you and your former partner.
DIVORCE
Divorce is the process of obtaining Court Orders that state you are no longer married to your ex-spouse. In order to be eligible to get divorced you must reside in Australia, be married and have been separated for at least twelve months. Our lawyers will assist you throughout this process and provide you with your Court Orders confirming your divorce.
Disputes can arise in both personal and business matters. When they do, it’s important to understand your options and get clear advice early.
LITIGATION
Litigation involves taking a matter to court when a dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation or mediation. A judge will hear the case and make a final decision.
Court proceedings can be complex and time-consuming, but in some situations they are necessary to protect your rights and achieve a fair outcome.
DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Dispute resolution focuses on resolving issues without going to court. This may include:
• Negotiation between parties or lawyers
• Mediation, where an independent third party helps reach an agreement
• Settlement discussions at any stage of the dispute
These options are often faster, more cost-effective, and less stressful than court proceedings.
LITIGATION
Litigation involves taking a matter to court when a dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation or mediation. A judge will hear the case and make a final decision.
Court proceedings can be complex and time-consuming, but in some situations they are necessary to protect your rights and achieve a fair outcome.
DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Dispute resolution focuses on resolving issues without going to court. This may include:
• Negotiation between parties or lawyers
• Mediation, where an independent third party helps reach an agreement
• Settlement discussions at any stage of the dispute
These options are often faster, more cost-effective, and less stressful than court proceedings.
Running a business comes with legal responsibilities and risks. Having the right legal advice helps you protect your business, make informed decisions, and plan for growth with confidence.
We provide practical legal support to businesses of all sizes, including:
• Business setup and structuring
• Shareholder and partnership agreements
• Contract drafting, review, and negotiation
• Buying and selling businesses
• Corporate governance and compliance
• Director and shareholder rights and obligations
• Commercial disputes and risk management
We provide practical legal support to businesses of all sizes, including:
• Business setup and structuring
• Shareholder and partnership agreements
• Contract drafting, review, and negotiation
• Buying and selling businesses
• Corporate governance and compliance
• Director and shareholder rights and obligations
• Commercial disputes and risk management
Civil disputes can arise in everyday life and business, often involving disagreements over money, contracts, property, or personal rights. When a dispute occurs, early legal advice can help protect your interests and lead to a better outcome.
We assist clients with a wide range of civil dispute matters, including:
• Contract disputes
• Debt recovery
• Property and building disputes
• Neighbourhood and boundary disputes
• Business and partnership disputes
• Claims for compensation or damages
We assist clients with a wide range of civil dispute matters, including:
• Contract disputes
• Debt recovery
• Property and building disputes
• Neighbourhood and boundary disputes
• Business and partnership disputes
• Claims for compensation or damages
Building and construction projects often involve significant time, cost, and risk. When issues arise, getting early legal advice can help minimise delays, manage disputes, and protect your financial interests.
We assist homeowners, builders, developers, and contractors with a wide range of matters, including:
• Building and construction contracts
• Defective or incomplete works
• Payment disputes and progress claims
• Variations, delays, and extensions of time
• Termination of building contracts
• Residential and commercial building disputes
• Claims and dispute resolution processes
We assist homeowners, builders, developers, and contractors with a wide range of matters, including:
• Building and construction contracts
• Defective or incomplete works
• Payment disputes and progress claims
• Variations, delays, and extensions of time
• Termination of building contracts
• Residential and commercial building disputes
• Claims and dispute resolution processes
Workplace issues can be stressful and have a significant impact on your livelihood or business. Whether you are an employer or an employee, getting clear legal advice early can help protect your rights and avoid costly mistakes.
We assist both employers and employees with a wide range of employment matters, including:
- Employment contracts and workplace policies
- Unfair dismissal and wrongful termination
- Redundancy advice and disputes
- Workplace bullying and harassment
- Discrimination and adverse action claims
- Performance management and disciplinary processes
- Fair Work matters and compliance
We assist both employers and employees with a wide range of employment matters, including:
- Employment contracts and workplace policies
- Unfair dismissal and wrongful termination
- Redundancy advice and disputes
- Workplace bullying and harassment
- Discrimination and adverse action claims
- Performance management and disciplinary processes
- Fair Work matters and compliance
Have you been charged by the Police? Need to know what your rights are? Want to know what are the likely outcomes at Court? Then speak with our lawyers today to ensure that you remain fully informed of your rights.
Intervention Orders can be emotional and stressful for all those involved. Why not take the stress out of it but engaging us to explain the intervention order and the processes with you, how we can assist you and how the intervention order will affect you in the future.
A Will is a legal document that reflects your instructions for distributing your estate after you have passed away. Prevent your family and friends the stress after you have passed.
Probate is the process of distributing funds as per the deceased wishes. let us explain to you the whole process and easy your stress by walking you through each step with care and empathy.
Left out of a Will of a loved one? Want to know what you can do? book an appointment and we will inform you of your eligibility to claim on the Will.
Probate is the process of distributing funds as per the deceased wishes. let us explain to you the whole process and easy your stress by walking you through each step with care and empathy.
Left out of a Will of a loved one? Want to know what you can do? book an appointment and we will inform you of your eligibility to claim on the Will.
There are two types of Power of Attorney; Enduring and Medical.
Medical Power of Attorney allows the appointed attorney to make medical decision on your behalf, so it is important the Attorney is aware of your values and wishes.
Enduring Power of Attorney allows the appointed attorney to make all other decisions on behalf of you except for medical decisions. It is important that your attorney is someone that you trust as they have the power to act on your behalf from the moment the document has been signed.
Medical Power of Attorney allows the appointed attorney to make medical decision on your behalf, so it is important the Attorney is aware of your values and wishes.
Enduring Power of Attorney allows the appointed attorney to make all other decisions on behalf of you except for medical decisions. It is important that your attorney is someone that you trust as they have the power to act on your behalf from the moment the document has been signed.
Buying or selling a property? Have a dispute about property? Our lawyers will work you through the process of purchasing or selling, keeping you fully informed of the progress and ensure that we protect your rights and interests at all times.
Has a family member or a friend lost their capacity to make decisions or need someone to take care of financial or everyday decisions. Our lawyers will explain to the process of making the application to VCAT and will guide you through the entire process from start to finish.
