Family Lawyer Services

When relationships end, couples face countless difficulties.

Aside from emotional turmoil, disagreements and complications can lead to legal disputes. These conflicts can apply to married couples, de facto couples, same-sex couples or even couples that have already been separated for a long time.

Everything from financial disputes, distribution of assets, property settlement, arrangements for your children, divorce, and child support all need to be agreed upon. But family law issues are invariably crucial matters of the heart, and couples don’t always agree.

Conflict about family relationships and matters can be distressing, to say the least, particularly when children are involved or there is family violence or a domestic violence situation.

Australian family lawyers acting with integrity and compassion.

Clients come to us seeking help to navigate difficult times and move on with the rest of their lives. Our family lawyers understand just how challenging these situations can be. As such, we aim to move the process along as quickly as possible to reach an acceptable settlement. Working closely with our clients, we manage and guide them with grace through family law mediation, conciliation, arbitration, litigation and other forms of the dispute resolution process.

We can help you learn your rights, understand your options, and work with the opposing party to decide on the best pathway forward for the benefit of you and your family.

Why Espino Law as your Family Lawyer?

Nobody wants to be in this situation. A prolonged, expensive and potentially hostile process only adds to the turmoil. Our fine-tuned negotiation skills work to get the best outcome for our clients in the most civilised way possible.
Led by Kateryna, who has a Master's Degree in Family Law, we bring years of practical and theoretical expertise and vast knowledge to the table.
Our strategic approach to dispute resolution leaves no stone unturned - we want to explore all possible options for you and reach an outcome as quickly as possible.
We will do all we can to settle outside of the Family Court. However, if it comes to that, we have outstanding experience in litigation and can represent you.
We genuinely bring heart to this situation, but we lead with the head. Yes, we are true professionals, but we understand this is your life and your family. Expect tactful, sensitive and considerate communication from our team.

You couldn’t be backed by a better, more caring team.

FAQ

Family Law in Australia is an area of law that deals with family and domestic relationships. The Family Law Act 1975 is the predominant legislation governing matters including marriage and divorce, de facto relationships, property, child custody and support, parenting arrangements, spousal maintenance and family violence.
Family Law falls primarily under the Federal government, which is the case here in New South Wales. However, there is one exception: the Family Court of Western Australia is the specialist court in that state.
No - Section 121 of the Family Law Act makes it an offence to publicly identify persons involved in Family Law proceedings (including witnesses).
No - Family Law focuses on the welfare and well-being of the child. As such, it has no gender or parental role bias.
Mediation is a process that can occur either before or after the initiation of legal proceedings. Typically, it is overseen and facilitated by an impartial third party whose role is to promote negotiations and discussions. The objective is for conflicting parties to come to agreements outside of the courtroom.

Following a successful mediation, any agreement reached (whether pertaining to parenting or property matters) can be formalised through various means, such as a Parenting Plan, an Application for Consent Orders, or a Binding Financial Agreement. In practice, the parties would decide on the formalisation process for the agreement, and the necessary documents would be prepared and, if needed, submitted to the Court following the mediation conference.
Every family has complex relationships, and situations differ for all. Communication is the best place to start, whether informally with the parties involved or with the inclusion of family lawyers or a neutral third party such as a mediator. Espino Law has outstanding experience and skill in complicated family dispute resolution and mediation. Contact our team if you require legal representation.

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"Kateryna provided advice promptly when it was most needed. Her knowledge of family law matters has assisted to resolve the matter effectively. It was overall a pleasant experience in a challenging situation. Highly recommend to anyone looking for legal advice on family matters. Thank you for your support and guidance, much appreciated."
Rajesh N.
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"From our first meeting, Kateryna made me feel comfortable and confident that I had found the right person to guide me. She is professional yet compassionate. Highly recommend!"
- Danielle D.