Family Law

Lawyers at David Landa Stewart understand that all families are different and everyone reacts to a breakdown of a relationship in a different way.

Negotiating a parenting plan or property settlement with your ex-partner can be a tremendously emotional and difficult experience.

We are here to support you in settling your matter at the earliest possible opportunity without compromising your rights or your needs. We also understand that not all matters can be settled, especially where you and your ex-partner are seeking different arrangements. In those cases, we are here to guide you through the Court system.

Prior to the commencement of or during your relationship, we can assist with drafting or reviewing a Binding
Financial Agreement (commonly known as pre-nups) which state how property will be divided in the event of a future separation, thereby avoiding Court altogether.

We can advise you on a range of family law matters, including:

  • providing legal advice on the implications of separation either prior to separation occurring or after
  • formalising amicable agreements such as seeking Consent Orders from the Court
  • representing you at Mediation
  • negotiating property settlements or arrangements for the care of children between parties without having to go to Court
  • advising you of your rights and obligations arising from child support and Binding or Limited Child Support Agreements
  • negotiating agreements between parties entering into a relationship or marriage
  • advising on various issues under the Property (Relationships) Act including de facto and same sex couples and others in a domestic relationship
  • working with other experts, including accountants, to understand your circumstances and to obtain expert evidence where required
  • representing you in Court proceedings relating to divorce, property settlement, maintenance and parenting issues
  • managing and/or disposing of jointly held assets
  • drafting Binding Financial Agreements to confirm arrangements in the event of a breakdown of the relationship or finalise division of property following a relationship without Court involvement
  • drafting and advising you on Sperm Donor Agreements

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Testimonials

I have been in business since 1974. For the first 6 years I had a partner, and DLS did a remarkable job helping me negotiate our partnership agreement.

In 1980 I decided to split from the partner and again DLS were very helpful in negotiating the breakup of the agreement.Since 1970 I have bought and sold several properties. All the transactions were handled by DLS and because they are so thorough with their work I have never had a problem, with any of them.

I have also bought several commercial properties over the last 40 years and again, all of the deals were handled with the assistance and expertise of DLS. They have also handled the leasing of the properties since we acquired them.

Over the past 40 or so years I have also had a couple of complex litigation matters. One particular problem involved a licensing arrangement with a UK distribution company. DLS were very helpful in terms of the legal strategy to be adopted throughout, and when we did ultimately resolve the matter, DLS prepared and negotiated the terms of settlement on our behalf.

I have also had countless phone calls to DLS over the years, seeking advice on a range of commercial matters. They are always helpful, businesslike, and friendly.

Since I commenced with them 43 years ago, I have never been to another lawyer.

I trust we will be working together for many years to come

Allan M

Over the years my accounting firm has referred many legal matters to DLS - including commercial matters, business structuring, land tax matters, complex estate planning matters, and deceased estate administration matters.

I have also worked closely with the senior lawyers at DLS in many of these matters. They always have a broad grasp of the legal issues at hand but what really sets them apart is that they present the issues in a very practical and commercial way. I would not hesitate to refer my clients to DLS in the future."

Jonathon I

I have been referring my clients to David Landa Stewart for many years.

These have been for straightforward conveyancing matters as well as more complex lending proposals.

They have always provided my clients with the highest level of service and attention to detail.

I can strongly recommend them and I will continue to send my clients to David Landa Stewart

David C
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