Family Lawyer Moonee Ponds
Divorce is never easy, but the right lawyer can make the process more manageable.
Our goal is to help you make informed decisions and stay clear-headed during this challenging time. Our family law team is compassionate, experienced, and dedicated. We take time to understand your unique situation and work towards a fair and practical solution for you and your family.
Our Moonee Ponds Family Lawyers Can Assist With:
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Divorce and separation
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De facto relationships
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Property and financial settlements
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Children’s issues
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Child support agreements
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Divorce and nullity proceedings
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Pre-nuptial and separation agreements
- Spousal maintenance
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Paternity/parentage issues
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Domestic and family violence and Intervention Orders (IVO)
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Family mediation
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Child support and enforcement of payments
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Parenting plans for child custody and visitation
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Guardianship of children
Contact our Moonee Ponds Family Lawyers
For expert legal assistance, contact our Moonee Ponds Family Lawyers for personalised support and guidance.
Divorce & Separation Lawyers Moonee Ponds
Separation and divorce often cause emotional distress and legal complications.
Separation occurs when one or both partners decide to end their relationship—even if only one person agrees. It does not require a formal process but involves important decisions about:
- Children (living arrangements and parenting responsibilities)
- Finances (property division, debts, joint bank accounts, superannuation, insurance)
- Notifying organisations such as Centrelink, Medicare, Child Support, and the Department of Human Services
Divorce legally ends a marriage. In Australia, you may apply for divorce if:
- You have been separated for at least 12 months
- There is no chance of reconciliation
When the Family Court confirms you meet the legal requirements, it issues a divorce order. This order becomes final one month after the Court grants it.
If you are considering separation or divorce, our Moonee Ponds family lawyers provide caring and clear guidance throughout the process.
Property Settlement & Children’s Care Arrangements
Dividing assets can complicate divorce. You may also worry about your financial future. Our team handles everything from straightforward property settlements to complex cases involving significant assets, business interests, and trusts.
If a couple cannot resolve property matters, they must file a separate application within 12 months of the divorce.
When disputes arise concerning children, couples can try family dispute resolution. If this fails, court proceedings may become necessary. The Family Court resolves disputes about children, including parenting arrangements and contact, even in de facto relationships.
Family Violence/Intervention Orders Moonee Ponds
A family violence intervention order protects individuals from family violence.
You may apply for this order at your local Magistrates’ Court, or the police can apply for you.
If immediate protection is needed, a magistrate can issue an interim order to keep you safe until both parties attend Court.
Children under 18 can also be included in the application.
In this process:
- The person applying is called the applicant.
- The person the order is made against (the perpetrator) is called the respondent.
- Once the Court grants the order, the applicant becomes the protected person.
- If the respondent breaches the order, they may face criminal charges.
Our Moonee Ponds family lawyers guide you through the application process to protect you and your loved ones.