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If you have landed on this family law page, then it’s likely you are involved in a separation or divorce, and you have parenting and/or property matters to sort out. From personal experience we understand how it is to be in the eye of the storm and what to do about it.
We’re here to have your back when you need us most. We’re here to listen to you and to discover how we can best advise and assist you in your circumstances.
We work together to get you your best outcomes and to support you. We are particularly good at complex family matters with a commercial twist. If you have businesses, trusts and any number of complex structures to untangle, then we look forward to making your life much easier. If you are dealing with sticky emotional issues, we are your go-to firm for our depth of experience in this area, too.
Clients who have gone off happily into their lives, with their family law matters resolved have called us “the Dream Team” and our clients often say “I leave your office lighter than when I walked in”.
So, if you want to feel lighter and have your family law concerns promptly taken care of, then we look forward to assisting you in your journey.
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Are you looking for a trustworthy family lawyer in Noosa, on the Sunshine Coast?
At Anumis Legal, we take time to help you understand what you want and we carefully explain the options at law to you, so that you can determine your ideal outcome.
Even if you and your ex-partner have come to a mutually satisfactory agreement, it is very important that you let an experienced lawyer check it out before you enter into a financial agreement or apply to the court for consent orders.
We will let you know whether you have missed any important factors along the way, and we will advise you on a range of options open to you.
If you’d like to learn more about how we can help you with your family law matters,
Contact Dr John Cronin on 07 5455 6347 or contact us online to schedule your FREE initial consultation today!
How Our Family Lawyers Can Help When You Can’t Agree
Are you and your former partner unable to agree on the terms and conditions of a family law matter?
When your relationship breaks down and you find yourself navigating a dispute resolution process, you have several options available to you that are designed to facilitate a fair and just outcome for you, your former partner/ spouse and to take care of the best interests and needs of your children.
The four main areas are negotiation, mediation, family dispute resolution and litigation.
Our Anumis Legal Family Law team will explain your rights, and help you to move forward. Call Dr John Cronin on 07 5455 6347 or email admin@anumis.com.au options regarding your family law needs and with our Noosa Family Lawyers!
When you separate, the first sensible step to take, if possible, is to negotiate with your former partner. When feelings are flying high, it’s wise to have a calm, experienced, practical advocate on your team to advise you. If you cannot -- or you choose not to -- negotiate on your own behalf, we can negotiate for you.
In most family law matters, negotiations happen through letters between the parties and/or their legal representatives and they can also be done in person. Negotiation can avoid expensive and time-consuming litigation
If you are feeling overwhelmed and you want to know your rights, it’s time to visit our relaxed office at the Noosa Marina, Tewantin, Sunshine Coast. You’ll see a friendly face, find a wise ear and experience a steady step-by-step approach to resolving your separation, divorce and parenting and financial settlements. While we prepare thoroughly, as if your matter would end up in Court, our negotiation skills will serve you to settle as quickly and painlessly as possible, if possible, in your circumstances.
Our family lawyers are motivated by a positive, pragmatic approach to separation and divorce to enable you to move forward as fast and smoothly as possible. We appreciate how painful and stressful separation can be, and help you to determine your best options for your unique circumstances, negotiating for you according to your needs and knowing the optimum outcomes for you at law.
Under Australian family law, separated parents must attempt mediation, before filing in court for parenting orders. If you are separated and you have children, Section 601(1) of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) compels you to make a genuine effort to resolve your family dispute by Family Dispute Resolution before applying to the Federal Circuit and Family Court for an order.
You must participate in arbitration, conciliation, counselling, mediation or negotiations and comply with your duty to disclose relevant facts, reports and concerns.
There are some exemptions, which include: urgent issues; circumstances involving family violence or child abuse; if you are responding to a court application; if you are seeking Consent Orders; where a person cannot effectively participate or if a person has breached and demonstrated disregard for a court order made in the previous year.
Mediation has specific connotations at law. There are several ways for you to come to your own arrangements to care for your children including:
- informal general mediation
- discussion with your former partner
- engaging a friend or family member to help
- participating in a special family mediation process referred to in the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) known as Family Dispute Resolution (FDR).
If you are separating from your former partner, then it is never early enough to find out what you may or may not need to do about attending mediation.
Your circumstances will dictate certain mediation musts, whether you cannot safely attend mediation at all, and a host of options in between. To find out more about your mediation obligations and what to do about them, Call our family lawyers Nadine Love or Dr John Cronin on 07 5455 6347 or email admin@anumis.com.au for your complimentary chat and we will be happy to assist you.
Outside of the Court system, Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) provides parents with a low cost, practical approach to nut out future parenting arrangements, with professional assistance. An accredited, neutral Family Dispute Resolution practitioner is engaged to facilitate the process. During FDR, parents are encouraged to focus on the best interests and needs of their children, issues in dispute are discussed and options are considered.
Family Dispute Resolution is offered as part of the Federal Circuit and Family Court pathway to assist families who are separating to come to their unique parenting arrangements. The main focus of Family Dispute Resolution is to help parents to come up with a parenting agreement that lays out all of the future parenting arrangements in order to bring certainty and clarity to the care arrangements for your child or children.
Parenting Arrangements can be highly emotional and our family lawyers have extensive experience in assisting you to come up with options specifically suited to your circumstances. We will advise, assist and at all times respect that while we know the law, you know your family best. We will work together with you to find solutions in the best interests of your child or children and we will advocate tirelessly for you, if need be.
If you cannot come to an agreement with your former partner regarding a just and equitable split of your assets between you, and you have entered the Federal Circuit and Family Court system, then to assist you to find a way to settle, you will need to attend a Conciliation Conference. Conciliation Conferences are offered and ordered as part of the Court pathway to resolution of your property dispute.
In preparation for the Conciliation Conference, you will have to disclose all of your assets and liabilities at the start of your relationship and to the current date and you will need to address your future needs.
Our family lawyers offer a wide range of services to assist you with the steps you need to take to prepare for conciliation. We will advise you on your options and the likely outcomes, as well as your best course of action to take in order to reach a resolution. Of course, we are happy to represent you in court if necessary.
When it is impossible to reach an agreement regarding the property, financial and parenting matters after separation, then the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia offer a pathway to gaining finality. Even if you file your dispute, there are options along the way to settle, including Family Dispute Resolution and Conciliation Conferences.
You are encouraged to find agreement, but if you cannot, a judge will hear your matter and make Orders that are legally binding. The Court will make decisions according to case law and legislation regarding your circumstances. The Court will concern itself with what is in the best interests of the children, and with the division of your assets.
Court proceedings are costly, often lengthy and they are a stressful route to take, but if family mediation and all other forms of dispute resolution have failed, then going to court will bring resolution where otherwise you might be disadvantaged or without closure. Our team of family lawyers are ready to represent you, should family litigation be the best option for you.
When you separate, the first sensible step to take, if possible, is to negotiate with your former partner. When feelings are flying high, it’s wise to have a calm, experienced, practical advocate on your team to advise you. If you cannot -or you choose not to- negotiate on your own behalf, we can negotiate for you.
In most family law matters, negotiations happen through letters between the parties and/ or their legal representatives and they can also be done in person. Negotiation can avoid expensive and time-consuming litigation
If you are feeling overwhelmed and you want to know your rights, it’s time to visit our relaxed office at the Noosa Marina, Tewantin, Sunshine Coast. You’ll see a friendly face, find a wise ear and experience a steady step-by-step approach to resolving your separation, divorce and your parenting and financial settlements. While we prepare thoroughly, as if your matter would end up in Court, our negotiation skills will serve you to settle as quickly and painlessly as possible, if possible, in your circumstances.
Our family lawyers are motivated by a positive, pragmatic approach to separation and divorce to enable you to move forward as fast and smoothly as possible. We appreciate how painful and stressful separation can be, and help you to determine your best options for your unique circumstances, negotiating for you according to your needs and knowing the optimum outcomes for you at law.
Do your research. Once you have a few family lawyers in mind, take some time to research their backgrounds and experience. Make sure they have experience handling cases like yours. This way, you can be confident that they will know how to best navigate the specific laws and procedures that apply to your case. If you would like to learn more about our specific experience in handling family law cases, we are happy to discuss this with you.
Schedule an initial consultation. Many family lawyers offer free initial consultations, so take advantage of this opportunity to meet with the lawyers and get a feel for their personality and approach to cases. If you have already decided on a lawyer, the initial consultation is also a good opportunity to ask questions about the process and get more information about what to expect. Contact Anumis Legal on 07 5455 6347 or contact us online to arrange your initial complimentary consultation.
Ask about fees. Be sure to ask about fees upfront so there are no surprises down the road. Some lawyers charge by the hour, while others work on a flat fee basis. Additionally, be sure to ask about any additional fees that may be required, such as filing fees or expert witness fees. By asking about all of the potential costs involved, you can be sure that you are hiring a family lawyer who fits your budget. At Anumis Legal, all of our fees are clear and transparent with no hidden fees. You will receive a Client Service Agreement that outlines what we will do for you and the costs associated. You will receive regular billing so that costs do not mount up. We take your instructions seriously and are clear at every step what the costs to you will be.
Trust your gut. The legal system can be complicated and intimidating, and finding the right family lawyer is crucial to getting the best possible outcome for your case. With so much at stake, it’s important to take your time and choose carefully. After meeting with a few different lawyers, you should have a good idea of which one is right for you. Go with your gut feeling and choose the lawyer you feel most comfortable with. At Anumis Legal, we value our relationships with our clients and provide empathy and support throughout. We have your back and it’s important to us that you know we are your team. For your complimentary chat to find out if we are a fit for you, call 07 5455 6347 or email: admin@anumis.com.au.
How To Find The Right Family Lawyer For Your Needs
When you are dealing with a family law matter, you want to make sure you are working with a lawyer who has the experience and expertise to manage your case. You will also have your idea of the kind of person you want to entrust with advising and representing you. In order to assist you to figure out what might be important to you and how to go about finding the right family lawyer for your needs, here are five helpful tips:
Are There Any Differences Between Married & De Facto Relationships When it Comes to Family Law?
Whether your relationship is or was de facto, married or same sex, it is important that you understand the law as it applies to you and your circumstances. Many areas of family law operate in the same way regardless of whether you are married to your former partner/ spouse or you were in a de facto relationship. Let us answer your questions about the divorce system, parenting and financial arrangements, maintenance orders, contraventions of existing orders, and proceedings already on foot.
For Your Complimentary Chat
Book an appointment so that we can advise you on your options regarding your family law needs, call Dr John or Nadine Love on 07 5455 6347 or email admin@anumis.com.au to book your complimentary chat, now.
Our Family Lawyers Take The Time to Understand Your Unique Situation
At Anumis Legal, we appreciate that your situation is complex and unique. Our clients often walk into our office when they are in the eye of storm of their relationship split. When we first meet our clients, they frequently feel that they have reached a dead end, rock bottom and that they are out of options. You might be feeling this way, and that is why it’s so important to get some really good legal advice because YOU DO have options.
It’s also rare that your only option is to go to court. Over ninety (90) per cent of family disputes are settled out of court, and of that huge percentage, even some of the most difficult relationship struggles in terms of coming to financial and parenting agreements are resolved by discussion, mediation and negotiation.
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