Our Experienced Family Lawyers:
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- Employment LawSupporting both employees and employers in understanding their rights, obligations, and addressing workplace disputes.
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- Family LawProviding compassionate guidance and representation in matters of divorce, child custody, and other family-related legal issues.
- ConveyancingFacilitating the smooth transfer of property ownership to ensure all legal aspects are meticulously handled.
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Our areas of family law expertise include:
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Separation and divorce
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Parenting arrangements
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Child support Disputes
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Domestic violence and restraining orders
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Binding Financial Agreements (pre-nuptial agreements)
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Property and financial settlements
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Spousal maintenance
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De facto relationships
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Alternative dispute resolution and Mediation
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Collaborative Law and Arbitration
Deferred Fee
In appropriate cases Purcell Taylor Lawyers may agree to act for you on a ‘deferred fee’ basis, whereby your legal fees are met at irregular intervals, including following the sale of property at the completion of your settlement.
Clients seeking a ‘deferred fee’ arrangement for their property settlement case are considered for representation on a case by case basis.
Resources
Relationships Australia | relationships.org.au |
Federal Circuit Court of Australia | federalcircuitcourt.gov.au |
Centacare NQ | centacarenq.org.au |
Family Court of Australia | familycourt.gov.au |
Queensland Family Law Pathways Network | qldfamilylawnet.org.au |
Child Support | humanservices.gov.au/customer/dhs/child-support |
FAQ
Can You Help Me With A Dispute About My Children?
Are you having difficulties with the other parent of your children? Is your child struggling to adjust to a change in their circumstances after your separation? We can assist you.
We can negotiate a child-focused written agreement or consent order regarding arrangements for your children. If necessary, we can represent you in the Family Law Courts to seek appropriate parenting orders from a Judge.
We are experienced in all aspects of children’s disputes. We regularly attend mediations for children’s matters. We often deal with court cases involving child custody and living arrangements, child relocation, contravention of court order proceedings, urgent recovery order applications, matters involving allegations of family violence, and children at risk of harm and/or abuse.
We will work to ensure the best possible outcome for you and your children.
If you require any further information or advice regarding your situation please contact us for an appointment.
Can You Help Me Obtain A Property Settlement?
Have you separated after a marriage or de facto relationship? Do you need to finalise a property settlement so that you can move on with your financial future? We can assist you.
We deal with all types of family law property disputes, ranging from the division of assets such as vehicles, houses and superannuation, to navigating complex cases involving businesses, trusts and companies, in addition to claims for spousal maintenance.
We routinely resolve property disputes by negotiation and formalise agreements by way of an Application for Consent Orders or Binding Financial Agreement.
If you need to apply to the Family Law Courts, or if you are already involved in court proceedings, we will represent you in court, and help you navigate the court system to achieve a fair and equitable outcome for you.
If you require any further information or advice regarding your situation please contact us for an appointment.
Can You Help Me With A Domestic Violence Matter?
Do you need to apply to court for a protection order? Do you need to defend an Application for a Protection Order in court? We can assist you.
We regularly deal with domestic violence matters and are experienced in all aspects of protection order applications and court hearings, no matter which side of the fence you may find yourself.
If you require any further information or advice regarding your situation please contact us for an appointment.
Can You Help Me With My Divorce Matter?
Have you separated and need to apply for a divorce? We can assist you.
We are experienced in all aspects of divorce, including obtaining a divorce by way of a sole Application for Divorce or joint Application for Divorce, and acting in divorce matters involving children, international marriages and/or where one or both parties are overseas.
If you require any further information or advice regarding your situation please contact us for an appointment