EXPERTS IN FAMILY LAW.
Our expertise in family law ensures you receive the guidance of our experienced lawyers, providing you with the highest level of representation during challenging times.
Bechara Slattery & Associates: Your Family's Advocates for a Brighter Tomorrow.
Navigating family law issues can be complex, stressful and emotionally taxing, particularly when children are part of the matter.
Bechara Slattery & Associates are experts when it comes to family law, assisting clients over the years with a wide range of complex and simple family law issues.
We Cover All Things When It Comes To Family Law
In all areas of family law, we offer you the highest caliber of solicitor and barrister representation from start to finish.
Child Custody
Seperation & Divorce
Property & Financial Settlement
Domestic Violence
Binding Financial Agreements & Consent Orders
Our Family Lawyers are here to help you understand your legal options for you and your children. Recent changes to the Family Law Act require courts to consider the importance of strong relationships with both parents and the need to protect children from harm.​
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Our firm will advise on parenting arrangements the court is likely to support and arrange mediation if needed. Our goal is to avoid costly court appearances, however, if necessary, we will be by your side to secure the best outcome for your children. We prioritise prompt, cost-effective resolutions to minimise stress for you and your family.
We focus on bringing clarity to intricate family law disputes.
When faced with a stressful and significant family change, the right legal guidance can make all the difference. Our family lawyers handle the intricacies of separation, divorce, custody, and financial settlements with sensitivity and dedication, working toward fair and reasonable outcomes.
Our family lawyers are with you through each step of the process
Family Dispute Resolution (FDR): FDR is required for separating couples seeking parenting orders. Our team will guide you through this process, where a neutral professional facilitates constructive discussions centered on your children's best interests. FDR can ease the strain of court proceedings, promoting open communication and fostering lasting arrangements.
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Mediation: Mediation offers a private, flexible approach to resolving parenting and financial disputes. Our skilled family lawyers provide you with the highest negotiation skills, ensuring you and your former partner reach practical and amicable solutions.Mediation allows for time and cost effective methods than going to court, primarily focused on understanding and agreeing on specific needs tailored to your family.
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Finalising and Moving Forward: If both parties can not come to an amicable agreement during mediation, our lawyers will do all things to reach an agreement before the need of a final hearing. We help formalise your agreement through consent orders or financial agreements, making it legally binding.
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Final Hearing: The final hearing is our last resort to resolving your family law matter, however is a crucial step where all evidence and arguments are presented before the court. Our experienced family lawyers prepare you thoroughly, ensuring that you are well-informed and confident throughout the process. We advocate vigorously on your behalf, aiming for a fair resolution that aligns with your family’s best interests.
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