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Family law is a complex and emotive area of law requiring patient and qualified advice. When a relationship break down takes place it is essential to plan for the future. As this is an extremely emotional period you will need to retain a lawyer, as you will be in danger of making poor decisions particularly where the other side is represented.

Family Law encompasses both children and property matters. Buchanan Legal is experienced in acting in divorce and family law proceedings and we also advise client as to their rights arising from de facto relationships. We provide practical and cost-effective services and work diligently to make the experience of obtaining legal advice as comfortable for you as possible.

Our family lawyers can advise, negotiate and, where necessary, represent you in court proceedings in the following areas:

Separation
Counselling and Dispute Resolution
Divorce/Dissolution of Marriage
Care of Children also know as Equal Shared Parental Responsibility
- Custody
- Access
- Residence
- Maintenance
Child Support and Spousal Maintenance
Parenting Orders
Property Settlements
De Facto Relationships
- Financial Agreements (before/during/after)
- Married Couples including pre-nuptial agreements
De Facto couples including co-habitation agreements, domestic relationship agreements and termination agreements
Domestic Violence

Family Law is one of those areas which is constantly being changed by legislation. At Buchanan Legal, our thorough knowledge of the law gives you direct access to individual and up-to-date advice on the full range of issues to be considered. Our family law team will assist you by gaining and understanding our your unique circumstances, listening to your needs, investigate and communicate your alternatives and help you determine the most beneficial and least traumatic outcome.

Practical considered legal advice is essential.