Ausdoor Legal assists clients navigating separation, relationship breakdown and family law disputes. We provide clear, practical advice to help you understand your options, protect your interests and make informed decisions about the future.
Our Family Law Services
- Separation & divorce — advice on the process and the legal issues that arise when a relationship ends
- Property settlements — negotiating the division of assets, liabilities and superannuation
- Parenting arrangements — advice about children’s care and arrangements focused on their best interests
- Spousal maintenance — advice on financial support following separation
- Financial agreements — advice on agreements before, during or after a marriage or de facto relationship
- Consent orders — documenting an agreed resolution through appropriate court orders
- Mediation & negotiation — preparing for discussions and working towards a practical agreement
- Family law proceedings — assistance and representation where a court determination is required
A Practical Approach to Resolution
Every family’s circumstances are different. We begin by understanding your priorities, financial position and immediate concerns, then explain the available pathways and the information needed to move forward.
Where appropriate, we seek to resolve matters through negotiation and mediation. If agreement is reached, we help you consider how it should be formalised. Where proceedings are necessary, we provide strategic advice and representation with attention to the practical and personal impact of the dispute.
Property, Parenting & Your Next Steps
Divorce, property settlement and parenting arrangements involve separate legal processes. Obtaining advice early can help you understand applicable time limits, disclosure obligations and the steps relevant to your circumstances.
For parenting disputes, family dispute resolution is generally required before applying for parenting orders, unless an exemption applies. We can advise on the appropriate process, including circumstances involving urgency or safety concerns.
Preparing for an Initial Consultation
To make the most of your consultation, bring any existing agreements or court orders, relevant correspondence and a brief outline of your circumstances. For financial matters, an initial summary of assets, debts, income and superannuation is helpful. For parenting matters, note the current arrangements and the issues you would like to resolve.
Our focus is on clear advice, a proportionate strategy and a constructive path forward.