Business Details
19 Years
experience
Expert Family Law Services in Melbourne
Cornelius Family Law is a specialized legal practice dedicated to providing clear, strategic advice in all family law and relationship matters. With over 28 years of experience, our principal lawyer has handled thousands of unique cases, ensuring tailored solutions for each client's specific needs. We focus exclusively on family law, offering expertise in divorce, financial settlements, children's matters, and prenuptial agreements. Our commitment to personalized service is underscored by our principal's accreditation as a Family Law Specialist by the Law Institute of Victoria.We provide guidance on complex legal issues while maintaining accessibility and transparency throughout the process. Our practice combines deep legal knowledge with practical strategies to protect clients' interests in property settlements, child custody arrangements, and maintenance matters. We also assist with court representation, ensuring clients are supported by experienced legal professionals throughout their case.
Services
Divorce Applications
Financial Settlements
Children Matters
Financial Maintenance
Pre-nuptial Agreements
Child Support Agency
De Facto Relationships
Court Representation
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We have over 28 years of experience in family law matters.
- Our principal is an accredited Family Law Specialist.
- We provide tailored legal strategies for each client's unique situation.
- We focus exclusively on family law and relationship matters.
- Our team has extensive court representation experience.
Associations and certifications
- Law Institute of Victoria
Services
Divorce Applications
We guide clients through the divorce process after 12 months separation. Our services include preparing complete applications, attending court on your behalf, and explaining divorce implications on maintenance, property settlements, and wills. We also coordinate with estate planning experts to ensure your will remains up-to-date post-separation.
Financial Settlements
We assist with dividing assets and superannuation at any time after separation. Our approach explains your legal rights and develops strategies to achieve fair entitlements. We handle complex financial arrangements while ensuring compliance with current legislation. Our expertise covers all aspects of property settlement negotiations and documentation.
Children Matters
We provide clear explanations about child custody arrangements and court considerations. Our service covers shared care arrangements, recent legal changes, and practical implications for your specific circumstances. We help clients understand the factors courts use to determine children's best interests while advocating for workable parenting solutions.
Prenuptial Agreements
We draft binding financial agreements before, during, or after marriage. Our service ensures compliance with legal requirements to create enforceable agreements. We help couples establish clear financial arrangements for de facto or married relationships, including same-sex partnerships, while explaining negotiation timelines and documentation requirements.
Court Representation
We provide expert court representation for family law matters. Our service includes selecting appropriate legal counsel based on case complexity and circumstances. With extensive experience working with various barristers, we ensure clients receive effective advocacy during court proceedings while maintaining strategic case management throughout the legal process.
People
Rod Cornelius
Principal Lawyer
With over 28 years of family law experience, Rod is an accredited specialist by the Law Institute of Victoria. He holds qualifications from the University of Tasmania and has practiced in Victorian, Tasmanian, and High Court jurisdictions since 2000. He established Cornelius Family Law in 2007 after working at prominent firms.
Questions
What areas of family law do you specialize in?
We specialize in divorce proceedings, financial settlements, children's custody arrangements, prenuptial agreements, and court representation for family law matters.
How long does the divorce process take?
After 12 months separation, we can complete divorce applications within 2-3 months, depending on court schedules and case complexity.
Can you help with child custody arrangements?
Yes, we explain court considerations for children's best interests and help create workable parenting plans tailored to your specific circumstances.
Do you handle financial agreements before marriage?
Yes, we draft binding financial agreements for both married and de facto relationships, ensuring legal compliance and enforceability.
What makes your firm different from other family law practices?
Our exclusive focus on family law, combined with 28 years of experience and personalized strategic advice, ensures tailored solutions for each client's unique situation.
