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Family Lawyers Brighton

Our dedicated team of family lawyers in Brighton are committed to guiding you through every stage of your legal journey, whether you’re navigating divorce, separation, parenting arrangements, property matters or financial settlements.

To get started on resolving your legal matter, book an appointment today.

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A Century Handling Family Law Cases

With over a century of handling family law cases, we have steadfastly supported our clients in achieving outcomes that prioritise their best interests.

Personalised Legal Advice

In the face of relationship challenges, our highly skilled family lawyers in Brighton are dedicated to assisting you in resolving your matters effectively and ensuring you know your legal rights every step of the way.

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Gain clarity on your rights, obligations, and potential entitlements with a commitment- opportunity to help you create a roadmap to move forward.

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We’ll Simplify The Entire Legal Process For You

Our Brighton Lawyers Can Help You With Complex Family Law Matters

From a recent relationship breakdown, a family related disagreement or complex parenting matters, our specialist family law team team are here to make sure you know where you stand and the way forward.

Family law issues often involve relationships close to our hearts, adding to the stress of decision-making. Our legal expertise offers invaluable support during this time.

At Pearsons Family Law, we are committed to providing clarity and achieving solutions that align with your desired outcomes.

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We’ll Fight For You To Get The Best Possible Outcome

We Can Assist With Divorce, Separation & Family Violence Matters

  • Dispute resolution and mediation, which can often remove the need to go to court
  • All parenting matters and disputes over the care of children or child support
  • Divorce and de facto law matters
  • Family and domestic violence matters, including intervention orders
  • Property division and settlement, including complex matters
  • Same-sex relationship matters
  • Children’s matters and ICL cases
  • Binding financial agreements
  • Spousal maintenance
  • Last resort litigation and family court representation
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Where We Can Help

Our Family Law Services

Divorce

Domestic Violence

Child Support & Agreements

Property Settlements

Custody & Arrangements

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Intervention Orders

De Facto Relationships

Spousal Maintenance

Child Protection

Wills & Estates

Binding Financial Agreements

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Client Reviews & Testimonials

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Bill F.
I would highly recommend Margaret Stockdake for her service we found her to be very polite and professional and would not hesitate recommending her to our family and friends.
Response from the owner:Bill, thank you for your kind words and recommendation. We’re so pleased Margaret was able to assist you professionally.
Jerry Z.
Great and friendly service.
highly recommend Margret
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your lovely feedback, Jerry. We’re delighted you found Margaret’s assistance friendly and can highly recommend her.
Patricia C.
Margaret was very friendly and professional when helping draft and finalise my legal documents.
Response from the owner:Patricia, thank you for your generous review. We’re glad Margaret made the process friendly and professional when finalising your legal documents.
Hanan Y.
I want to sincerely thank Andrew McDonald for his guidance and representation throughout my divorce settlement. Andrew, your professionalism, expertise and genuine support helped me through a very difficult time. I am deeply appreciative of everything you did to help me move forward. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Andrew McDonald at Pearson’s Glenroy.
Response from the owner:Hanan, thank you for your heartfelt words. Andrew is grateful for your trust, and it was an honour to assist you.
Quynh-Tram T.
I really appreciate Margaret’s understanding, patience and ethical service. Thank you very much, Margaret.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Quynh-Tram. We appreciate your acknowledgement of Margaret’s understanding and patience. Your gratitude means a great deal to us.
Tracey T.
Margaret was great to deal with. She helped my mother with her legal matters.
Response from the owner:Tracey, thank you for your thoughtful review. We're so glad Margaret was able to assist your mother.
sandy P.
I am very grateful and thankful for all the work that Leanne and Sara had done on my family law matter, it took some time but they got the best outcome for me.
Response from the owner:Sandy, thank you for your kind words. Leanne and Sara are delighted they could achieve the best outcome for you.
Kim T.
Margaret took great care with my Will and POA. Would highly recommend her services
Response from the owner:Thank you, Kim! We’re pleased Margaret was able to assist you. Your recommendation is appreciated.
ČrimpyZ
Margret Stockdale, has been super helpful with my divorce, Will and property settlement. Very easy, clear instructions to follow and was very pleasant to talk to and helped me settle down when I was stressed though the whole process. Thank-you for all your hard work 🙂
Response from the owner:Thank you for your generous feedback. We’re so glad Margaret’s support was helpful and clear.
Belinda R.
Margaret was absolutely in handling the affairs for out uncle Kenneth Simpson and our family.
It is so lovely and reassuring to know he is in safe hands.
She was so compassionate and understanding.
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Response from the owner:Belinda, thank you for your kind words. Margaret was honoured to assist your family, and we’re glad we could be there for you during such an important time.
Tracey Ito C.
We recently visited Pearsons to update my parents’ wills and powers of attorney. Margaret was assigned to assist our family, and she was exceptional. Her professionalism, clarity, and empathetic approach made the entire process smooth and reassuring. We greatly appreciated her support and would highly recommend Pearsons for anyone seeking estate planning services.
Response from the owner:Tracey, thank you for your thoughtful review. We’re pleased Margaret could help update your parents’ wills and powers of attorney with care.
Darlene C.
Can’t recommend Pearson’s solicitors enough! We dealt with Margaret Stockdale, she was extremely professional and made our consultations very easy and straightforward.
Response from the owner:Darlene, thank you so much for your recommendation. We're pleased Margaret made your consultations straightforward and professional.

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Going The Extra Mile to Help Families Achieve The Best Outcome

During our first appointment, you’ll be able to:

  • Let us know your circumstances.
  • Ask any questions about the legal process
  • Understand your options
  • Know your obligations and entitlements
  • Get a clear idea of costs involved

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Office Hours

Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm
(Please note we are closed between 1-2pm)

Wednesday Evenings 5:00pm – 7:00pm
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