Family Law
At Thomas Booler & Co, we recognise that family law proceedings are stressful and emotional for all parties involved. Our team of family law experts deal with all issues arising out of marriage, de facto and same sex relationships. Our family law specialists are ready to provide understanding and timely advice to protect you and your family's best interests - for now and in the future.
Relationship breakdown
When a marriage breaks down it is important to seek legal advice immediately. An expert lawyer will discuss your rights and obligations and help commence the formal application for divorce proceedings, where relevant. At Thomas Booler & Co we can help:
- clarify your property interests;
- explain your rights under Family Law;
- negotiate your divorce settlement;
- explain what is required procedurally;
- draft necessary court applications and make appearances on your behalf where appropriate
Property matters
One of the most common concerns arising from a relationship breakdown is the division of assets. At Thomas Booler & Co we understand all cases are different, so we provide honest and realistic advice tailored to your unique circumstance.
Legal advice is paramount even if you agree on the division of assets, to ensure your best interests and protected for now and in the future.
We will be able to:
- identify the assets that you and your partner have accumulated in the marriage;
- advise on you and your partner's financial and non-financial contributions;
- negotiate and formalise your agreement;
- assist in resolving any disputes and make court appearances where appropriate;
- advise on spousal maintenance issues;
- explain and evaluate superannuation splitting; and
- attend to formalising your agreement.
Binding financial agreements
A binding financial agreement is an important legal step in protecting your assets in a relationship. Drafting an agreement at the onset of a marriage, sometimes referred to as a 'pre-nuptial agreement', can be an important step to protect your interests should your relationship break down.
Because of the binding nature of the agreement, expert legal advice is paramount. At Thomas Booler & Co we can help:
- draft your agreement to best protect your financial and property interests, including inheritance and superannuation;
- ensure your agreement is valid under law; and
- protect your interests at the onset of your marriage to prevent potentially costly and time-consuming disputes down the track.
Parenting issues and children's rights
There have been recent changes to family law, with an increased focus on joint parental responsibility for separating couples with children. At Thomas Booler & Co we understand the rights of your child are paramount and will help clarify your obligations under law.
We offer understanding and sensitive advice on a range of children's issues including:
- Child support and the financial welfare of your children;
- Joint parental responsibility and spending time with your children;
- Discussing living and parenting arrangements; and
- Parenting and consent orders.
For more information please contact us on 1300 663 044 or info@tbclawyers.com.au
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