Berry Family Law Melbourne is a legal firm specialising solely in the practice of family law, relationship law and divorce law. The professional team consists of eight family lawyers, three of whom are Accredited Family Law Specialists, and they are supported by a highly skilled and dedicated paralegal support team.
Family law is an area of law that deals with real people and real issues; issues that can have an impact on a diverse range of relationship, life-style, and financial aspects of life. As family law continues to become more complex, we believe that the only way a client can be certain that their lawyer is up to date with the latest changes is to practice and specialise in family law.
Family law is an area of law that deals with real people and real issues; issues that can have an impact on a diverse range of relationship, life-style, and financial aspects of life. As family law continues to become more complex, we believe that the only way a client can be certain that their lawyer is up to date with the latest changes is to practice and specialise in family law.
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It was always a privilege to act for people from all walks of life in respect to what was for many, the most difficult personal and financial time in their life. I've learned over the years that an advisor in divorce law must listen carefully as every client has different concerns, priorities and expectations.
Separation is a time of many changes and it is important to seek support if you need it. However, navigating the maze of services available to separated families can be difficult. For general information, Family Relationships Online is an Australian Government service designed to provide families with easy online access to information about family relationship issues.
If parents reach an agreement in relation to parenting arrangements there are two ways the agreement can be formalised - by Court Orders made by consent or by entering into a Parenting Plan. When separating and considering future arrangements for your children it is important to understand that there is no automatic right for parents to spend an equal amount of time with their children.
Under the Family Law Act, a person has a responsibility to financially assist their spouse if the spouse's personal income or assets cannot meet their own reasonable expenses. The extent of this support will depend on the needs of the person seeking support and the other person's capacity to pay. There are two ways your child support payments can be decided, depending on when your child was born or when you separated.
The Family Law Act allows parties to enter into an agreement in writing about their financial circumstances. The agreements can be made before marriage, during a marriage, after separation or even after divorce. Separated couples are often able to reach an agreement about how they wish to divide their assets.
Reviews (12)
Vorn K.
Nov 11, 2021
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Sebastian Cicciarella
Oct 05, 2021
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Id like to thank Radu Catrina
for your assistance in dealing with my separation settlement
Its never a pleasant situation to be in and/or circumstance to deal with
thanks very much for your honesty right from start and making me clearly aware of what i was up against
extend my thanks to James as well
kind regards
sebastian cicciarella
for your assistance in dealing with my separation settlement
Its never a pleasant situation to be in and/or circumstance to deal with
thanks very much for your honesty right from start and making me clearly aware of what i was up against
extend my thanks to James as well
kind regards
sebastian cicciarella
Naomi
Sep 08, 2021
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I cannot speak highly enough of the service provided by Radu Catrina in relation to my family law matter. He was so understanding, professional, personable and timely in the way he went about things. I'm so pleased with the result he was able to achieve and I felt 100% supported through the entire process. Highly recommend.
Anthony Jasinowicz
Sep 04, 2021
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Thank you to the Berry Family Law Team, recommended by my Emergency Services work association.
A special mention to Jethro who dealt with my case – he was professional, thorough, quick and got a better result than I was promised by others. He always had suggestions, was direct and I cannot fault his service. His help has saved me money, stress and time. He achieved so much in 2 weeks and I cannot thank him enough. Would highly recommend Jethro & the Berry Family Law team.
A special mention to Jethro who dealt with my case – he was professional, thorough, quick and got a better result than I was promised by others. He always had suggestions, was direct and I cannot fault his service. His help has saved me money, stress and time. He achieved so much in 2 weeks and I cannot thank him enough. Would highly recommend Jethro & the Berry Family Law team.
Graham Edwards
Aug 13, 2021
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Adrian P.
Jul 07, 2021
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Ken Chircop
Jun 28, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Responsiveness
I am very pleased that I chose Mr. Radu Catrina to handle my family law matter. Radu's approach reduced the inherent stress associated with such matters. His understanding of family law was first rate and hence I was more than pleased with the formalised parenting arrangement he secured for my children and I.
I am very pleased that I chose Mr. Radu Catrina to handle my family law matter. Radu's approach reduced the inherent stress associated with such matters. His understanding of family law was first rate and hence I was more than pleased with the formalised parenting arrangement he secured for my children and I.
Ron Moshe
Feb 28, 2021
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BE AWARE! I engaged Berry Family Law in August 2017 and they demanded upfront fees and the Barristers fees upfront before they started any work on my case and they assured me that I am in good hands and to trust their work, with nothing to worry about, they have been doing this work for many years! at the trial Berry Family Law did not pay… attention to my case as he promised and it is not just money it is cost me over 24 month to resolve the issues without his help or offering to fix his mistakes. in April 2020 I have logged a claim at Vcat against Berry Family Law for carelessness or negligence
Veronica Furnier-Tosco
Feb 28, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness
Berry Family Law have handled my divorce and subsequent court matters with professionalism , responsiveness and value for money. I have always felt informed and supported. Radu Catrina has managed my final matters in court and continued this great service from the firm. Highly recommend.
Berry Family Law have handled my divorce and subsequent court matters with professionalism , responsiveness and value for money. I have always felt informed and supported. Radu Catrina has managed my final matters in court and continued this great service from the firm. Highly recommend.
Tony Kurian
Feb 25, 2021
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Radu is a young dynamic lawyer who is passionate about the legal service he provides. A personable lawyer who is upfront and reasonable in his dealings , who was able to guide me well during a difficult phase of my property settlement issue.
Very approachable and would certainly recommend his legal services concerning family law.
Very approachable and would certainly recommend his legal services concerning family law.
Rebecca Kirkman
Feb 04, 2021
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Eileen McCormack
Sep 08, 2020
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