Family Law

There are many factors which may influence the level of complexity in dividing the joint family possessions after a break up or divorce. There may be entitlements you are aware of and others you know nothing about so it pays to have a sound legal view before you agree to any division of property.

At Smith and Partners we understand the complex nature of relationships, We focus on providing practical legal advice so that you understand your options at all stages of your relationship, whether the beginning, middle, or the end. From contracting out agreements to finalizing parenting arrangements, our family law experts will senstively guide you through the process.

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Contracting Out Agreements/Prenuptial Agreements

  • Contracting Out Agreements (Prenuptial agreements)
  • Relationship property co-habitation or pre-marriage agreement
  • Relationship property and Family Trusts
  • Relationship property on death

Divorce or Separation

  • Formalising agreement
  • Making/Defending relationship property claims
  • Appeals
  • Resettlement of trusts
  • Advice on Complex situations - farms, trusts, businesses, inheritances
  • Spousal maintenance
  • End of relationship agreements

Children

  • Contact/Access
  • Care of Children
  • Parenting Agreements
  • Finalizing Parenting Arrangements
  • Child Support
  • CYFs proceedings
  • Paternity
  • Adoption

Domestic Violence

  • Protection Orders & Restraining Orders
  • Obligations and restrictions
  • Dispute resolution

Estates

 

Dispute Resolution

  • Roundtable meetings
  • Mediation
  • Arbitration
  • Family Court
  • District Court
Family Law EXPERTS
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Ruth Gregory
Partner
p. +64 9 837 6848
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