Family law is a complex area of the law, nearly every case is different has its own needs and merits. Our experienced lawyers have the legal expertise and experience. Combined with care to walk alongside you through your family law journey every step of the way. We understand the unique and complex issues faced throughout separation, divorce and disputes involving children and property.
We are experts in all areas of family law. Our lawyers can provide comprehensive services regardless of your situation. Whether it is preliminary discussion consultations, negotiating with your partner or spouse. Or proceedings in family court, FJS Lawyers will treat your case & family with care and respect.
We are experts in all areas of family law. Our lawyers can provide comprehensive services regardless of your situation. Whether it is preliminary discussion consultations, negotiating with your partner or spouse. Or proceedings in family court, FJS Lawyers will treat your case & family with care and respect.
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Children have the right, under the Family Law Act 1975, to maintain a relationship with both parents and any other significant person in their lives. Significant person may include for instance, grandparents, step-parents and extended family. It is important to seek legal advice as soon as possible if you are having difficulty maintaining a relationship with a child.
We understand that divorce can be a difficult for you and your children, we are here to walk alongside you to achieve the most peaceful outcome. Most of the time disputes can be resolved through negotiation and without needing litigation. We will do everything we can do to ensure a peaceful resolution.
Following separation from your spouse, we strongly recommend you to seek legal advice in relation to a property settlement. There are time limits for applying to the court for property orders, if you are unable to reach an agreement. Even if you are able to reach an agreement with your former spouse about property division, you should seek legal advice.
Planning ahead now can avoid significant financial and emotional hardship to your family in the future. Your estate planning is not just for when you die, but it also includes a plan for financial and health care decisions in the future, if you are unable to do so.
ENDURING POWER OF ATTORNEY An Enduring Power of Attorney is a legal document used to appoint another person (an "attorney") to manage your financial affairs and make financial decisions.We take a wealth of legal knowledge and expertise combined with the love and care of a family friend to help walk you through your legal journey.
ENDURING POWER OF ATTORNEY An Enduring Power of Attorney is a legal document used to appoint another person (an "attorney") to manage your financial affairs and make financial decisions.We take a wealth of legal knowledge and expertise combined with the love and care of a family friend to help walk you through your legal journey.
You can also appoint one or more adults to make decisions for you. These are known as "substitute decision makers". However, you can choose to document your wishes without appointing a substitute decision maker. You can make an Advance Care Directive only while you have LEGAL CAPACITY, i.e. while you are "competent".
