Business Details
44 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Services in Dandenong
Fleming & Rhoden Lawyers have served Dandenong and surrounding areas since 1982, providing expert legal guidance across property, commercial, family, and estate law. Our principal, Theo Fleming, brings over 40 years of local experience, ensuring clients receive practical advice tailored to their unique circumstances. We prioritise clear communication, offering consultations via phone, video, or in-person, with a free half-hour initial session for some matters. Our team combines decades of collective expertise with a commitment to minimising client stress while maintaining competitive pricing.We specialise in dispute resolution, debt recovery, and conveyancing, serving both individuals and businesses. Our mission remains unchanged since founding: delivering high-quality legal representation at reasonable costs. With a focus on transparency, we provide fixed-fee services and work closely with clients to ensure informed decision-making throughout their legal journey.
Services
Family Law
Business Law
Property Law
Debt Recovery
Wills & Estates
Commercial Law
Conveyancing
Litigation
Dispute Resolution
Probate
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of combined legal experience in Dandenong
- Our fixed fee services ensure transparent pricing
- Free half-hour initial consultations for select matters
- Specialised expertise in local property, family, and business law
- Client-focused approach minimising stress during legal processes
Services
Family Law
Our experienced family law team assists with divorce proceedings, property division, parenting arrangements, and family violence intervention orders. We provide compassionate guidance through emotionally challenging matters while prioritising practical outcomes. Clients receive tailored advice on spousal maintenance, de facto relationships, and court representation, ensuring their rights and interests are protected throughout the legal process.
Business Law
We advise small to medium businesses on commercial transactions, including business sales, leases, shareholder agreements, and employment matters. Our local expertise ensures cost-effective solutions for corporate structuring, franchising, and dispute resolution. We help clients navigate complex legal requirements while maintaining focus on their business operations and growth objectives.
Property Law
Our property law services cover residential and commercial conveyancing, including contract reviews, section 32 statements, and transfers. We handle off-the-plan purchases, family law property settlements, and related-party transfers with fixed-fee pricing. Clients benefit from our local knowledge in Dandenong's property market and streamlined transaction processes.
Debt Recovery
We help businesses recover overdue payments through practical debt collection strategies, including formal demands, payment plans, and court proceedings. Our approach prioritises cash flow preservation while minimising client involvement. We handle statutory demands, enforcement of judgments, and insolvency matters for businesses in Dandenong and surrounding areas.
Litigation
Our litigation team resolves commercial disputes, estate claims, and other legal conflicts through negotiation, mediation, or court representation. We handle matters in all Victorian jurisdictions, focusing on cost-effective solutions while maintaining vigorous advocacy when required. Services include debt collection cases and deceased estate disputes.
People
Theo Fleming
Principal Lawyer
With over 40 years of legal experience in Dandenong, Theo founded the firm in 1982. He specialises in property, commercial, and family law, combining deep local knowledge with practical legal solutions for individuals and businesses.
Ann Pennefather
Family Lawyer
Ann provides expert guidance in family law matters, including divorce, parenting arrangements, and property settlements. Her approach balances legal expertise with empathy to help clients navigate complex personal situations effectively.
Tina Fleming
Commercial Lawyer
Tina specialises in business law, assisting clients with commercial transactions, leases, and corporate structuring. Her local expertise helps businesses in Dandenong navigate legal requirements while focusing on operational growth.
Susan Tagi
Conveyancer/Paralegal
Susan handles property transactions, including residential and commercial conveyancing. Her attention to detail ensures smooth processes for buyers, sellers, and clients dealing with family law property settlements.
Monique Hende
Paralegal
Monique supports clients across various legal areas, providing administrative and procedural assistance. Her role ensures efficient case management and client communication throughout legal processes.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in family law, property law, business/commercial law, debt recovery, and litigation. Our Dandenong-based team handles both individual and corporate legal matters.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free half-hour initial consultations for select matters. Contact us to determine eligibility and schedule your appointment.
How do you handle property transactions?
We manage residential and commercial conveyancing, including contract reviews, section 32 statements, and transfers. Most services are offered on a fixed-fee basis plus disbursements.
Can you assist with business debt collection?
Yes, we help businesses recover overdue payments through formal demands, payment plans, and court proceedings when necessary. Our approach prioritises cash flow preservation.
What litigation services do you provide?
We handle commercial disputes, estate claims, and other legal conflicts in all Victorian jurisdictions. Our approach combines negotiation with vigorous court representation when required.
