Family Lawyer Moonee Ponds
Divorce is never simple, but with the right lawyer, the process can be made more manageable.
Our goal is to empower you to make informed decisions and think clearly during a challenging time. Our family law team is compassionate, experienced, and highly skilled. We take the time to understand your unique situation and work towards a fair and practical resolution 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, reach out to our Moonee Ponds Family Lawyers for personalised support and guidance.
Separation Lawyers Moonee Ponds
Separation is when one or both partners decide their relationship has ended. Even if your spouse or de facto partner disagrees, you can still choose to separate.
Once you’ve made the decision, it’s important to notify relevant organisations, such as the Department of Human Services (DHS), Centrelink, Child Support, and Medicare, depending on your circumstances.
It’s also recommended that arrangements be made for any children of the relationship, such as where they will live.
Couples who separate must also address their property, finances, bills, debts, joint bank accounts, superannuation, insurance, and how their assets will be divided.
Divorce & Separation Lawyers Moonee Ponds
Separation and divorce can be emotionally challenging and legally complex. Separation occurs when one or both partners decide to end their relationship—this can happen even if only one person agrees to separate. It’s important to understand that separation does not require a formal process, but it does trigger the need to make decisions about children, finances, and property.
Once separated, couples should consider arrangements for children, such as where they will live and how parenting responsibilities will be shared. It’s also essential to address financial matters, including the division of property, debts, joint bank accounts, superannuation, and insurance. Notifying relevant organisations such as Centrelink, Medicare, Child Support, and the Department of Human Services may also be necessary.
Divorce is the legal termination of a marriage. To apply for a divorce in Australia, you must demonstrate an irretrievable breakdown of the relationship, proven by at least 12 months of separation with no intention of reconciliation. If the Family Court is satisfied the legal requirements are met, it will issue a divorce order, which becomes final one month after it is granted.
If you’re considering separation or divorce, our Moonee Ponds family lawyers can guide you through each step with clarity and care.
Property Settlement & Children’s Care Arrangements
Divorce can be more complex when there are assets to be divided, and you may have concerns about your financial future. We have extensive experience with financial family law matters, ranging from modest settlements to complex cases involving substantial assets, business interests, and trusts.
If a couple is unable to resolve property matters, they must file a separate application within 12 months of their divorce.
When disputes arise regarding children, couples can attempt to resolve these through family dispute resolution. If that’s unsuccessful, court proceedings may be necessary. The Family Court can address disputes related to children, including parenting arrangements and child contact, even in cases of de facto relationships.
We aim to resolve disputes in the most amicable, efficient, and cost-effective manner, encouraging clients to consider all options before going to Court.
Moonee Ponds Family Violence/Intervention Orders
A family violence intervention order is designed to protect individuals from family violence.
Applications for these orders can be made at your local Magistrates’ Court, or the police can apply on your behalf. If immediate protection is needed, a magistrate can issue an interim order to provide safety until both parties attend Court. Children under 18 can also be included in your application.
The person applying is the ‘applicant,’ and the person the order is against (the perpetrator) is the ‘respondent.’
Once the Court grants the intervention order, the applicant becomes the ‘protected person.’ If the respondent breaches the order, they may face criminal charges.
Our Moonee Ponds family lawyers can guide you through the application process and help ensure your safety and the safety of your loved ones.