Family Lawyers Caulfield
Divorce, separation, parenting matters and property settlement are our core areas of expertise. Schedule your first appointment with our skilled family lawyers today to understand your situation. Our services include:
- Divorce & Separation Services
- Child Support & Custody
- Property Settlements Assistance
- Domestic Violence Protection
Expert Legal Guidance
Receive precise advice and strategies tailored to your specific family law needs, ensuring a smooth, informed, and efficient process.
Compassionate Support
Benefit from our empathetic approach. We provide understanding and patience, helping you navigate the emotional challenges of family law matters.
Comprehensive Services
Access a wide array of family law services, from divorce to child custody and property settlements, ensuring all your legal needs are met under one roof.
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Why Work With Pearsons Caulfield?
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Family Law Solicitors Caulfield
Comprehensive Family Law Services
As specialist family lawyers, we offer many services beyond just divorce proceedings. Our expertise spans all aspects of family law, providing comprehensive support tailored to your needs.
Our Services Include:
- Divorce Applications: Assisting with all legal requirements to facilitate your divorce.
- Separation Declarations: Handling separation matters, including cases where you remain living under the same roof.
- Declarations of De Facto Relationships: Confirming the existence and status of de facto and same-sex relationships.
- Marital and Relationship Matters: Addressing complex issues in both married, de facto and same-sex relationships.
Please get in touch with our team for a initial chat about how we can help you.
“The thing about having over 35 years of experience in Family Law is that you do not panic. In a crisis you stay calm and remain courageous so that you do not lose focus on what is important, namely the clients’ needs.” – Leanne Abela (Principal Director)
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Starting the Divorce Process
You can file for divorce 12 months after separating from your partner. Either party can initiate the process, and you may apply individually or jointly. Typically, your ex-partner cannot contest the divorce, except in certain circumstances. If your marriage lasted less than two years, a counselling certificate is required.
If you and your partner continued to live under the same roof after separating, you can still apply for a divorce. However, you’ll need to provide witness evidence showing that you lived separately within the home. This includes demonstrating that you slept in different rooms, did not perform household duties for each other, kept separate finances, did not socialise together, and were publicly recognised as separated.
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No strings attached. No hidden costs. Just a confidential, one-on-one appointment with an expert family lawyer.
Step 2: Know Where You Stand
Get all your questions answered, discuss your options, understand your options and what your BFA will cost to draft.
Step 3: Peace Of Mind
You’ll get the advice you need to create a legally binding agreement, and peace of mind that your assets have protection in place.Know Where You Stand
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During your free appointment with one of our experienced lawyers, we will:
- Discuss your circumstances and concerns.
- Answer any questions about the legal process.
- Explain your options and potential pathways.
- Provide information about your legal rights, obligations and entitlements.
- Outline the likely costs and timeframes involved.
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(Please note we are closed between 1-2pm)
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