Lakey Family Law & Mediation

We're different to most family lawyers. We try to help our clients to find a resolution themselves, outside of the courts so that they have control over the outcome.'. When you're going through a separation, divorce, dividing assets or a parenting dispute, the last thing you want is a lawyer who is going to draw the process out.

Many families and couples who are separating or getting divorced find that mediation allows them to find a resolution faster and more cost-effectively than going through the court system. We've helped many families to resolve all different types of disputes, from custody arrangements and parenting matters, through to financial and property issues.

If you or your partner have assets or savings, a Prenuptial Agreement (also known as a Financial Agreement) could save you both a lot of stress and pain down-the-track if things don't work out the way you hope. Prenuptial and Financial Agreements are becoming more and more commonplace - particularly for people who are entering into relationships in their 30's, 40's, 50's and beyond.

When it comes to resolving Child Support and Spousal Maintenance our focus is squarely on helping you get a fair, workable and just arrangement in place - as quickly as possible. In many instances, we encourage our clients to use mediation as an opportunity to reach an agreement and avoid the costly and emotional experience of going through the courts.

Whilst applying for a divorce is a relatively simple process, the assistance of an experienced family lawyer can be invaluable - whether your separation and divorce is amicable. Even if you are both in agreement about the distribution of your assets or parenting arrangements - a family lawyer will help ensure your divorce goes smoothly, all the loose ends are tied up and the distribution of assets are legally finalised.