Family Law
Having to deal with the emotional side of things is hard enough, so we want to make the practical side of things easier for you.
We understand the sensitive issues that can arise surrounding relationship break downs and the extreme anxiety and stress that comes with separations involving children and the distribution of assets.
The family lawyers at northcote lawyers have significant experience and are able to provide you with expert, efficient advice and strategic support in relation to all aspects of family law. We can help you with:
Defacto law
Property disputes and financial settlements
Binding Financial Agreements and Prenuptial Agreements
Consent Orders
Spousal maintenance and support
Superannuation splitting
Parenting plans and parenting orders
Same sex parenting and separation
Child support and Binding Child Support Agreements
Family Violence, including Intervention Orders and breach of Intervention Orders
Every family law matter is individual and personal and we are committed to understanding the intricate details of your situation.
Sound Advice
We pride ourselves on being astute and sensitive listeners, we want to hear what matters to you and what you want to achieve. We are experienced and responsive practitioners, able to provide commercial and strategic advice and will work hard to get you the best possible outcome in a time and cost-efficient way.
We want to make a difference to people and communities, we are here to help. Wherever possible and in your best interests, we will pursue negotiated outcomes and avoid court proceedings.
Our approach is what sets us apart.
We are committed to ensuring that your outcomes are as cost-effective and constructive as possible, at a pace that suits your family. If this is not possible, we will ensure that your case is dealt with promptly through the Family Law Courts.
Should your matter require, our family lawyers are able to draw on our extensive network of reliable professionals, including accountants, counsellors, psychologists and financial planners.