Business Details
Expert Family Law Services in Melbourne
Glezer Lanteri & Associates is a premier legal practice based in Melbourne, Victoria, specializing exclusively in Australian and international family law. With a collective 90+ years of experience, our team includes two Accredited Family Law Specialists and an Independent Children's Lawyer, dedicated to providing client-focused legal solutions. We prioritize understanding client needs, exploring all avenues for cost-effective resolutions, and offering empathetic support during stressful family law matters. Our expertise extends to divorce proceedings, children's arrangements, property settlements, and complex financial agreements, supported by active participation in legal education and professional development.We maintain a network of specialists in psychology, accounting, and financial planning to offer holistic support. Recognized as Family Law Specialists of the Year by APAC Insider, we combine practical advice with advocacy in mediation and court proceedings, ensuring clients receive informed, strategic representation.
Services
Divorce Proceedings
Child Custody Arrangements
Property Settlements
Financial Agreements
Child Support
Family Violence Orders
Pre-Nuptial Agreements
Mediation Services
International Family Law
Third-Party Asset Protection
Highlights and features
- We offer 90+ years of combined experience in family law with accredited specialists.
- Our team provides empathetic, client-focused legal solutions tailored to individual needs.
- We facilitate mediation to resolve disputes outside court, reducing stress and costs.
- We maintain a network of specialists in psychology, finance, and accounting for holistic support.
- Our lawyers contribute to legal education and professional development in family law.
Associations and certifications
- APAC Insider Family Law Specialists of the Year
Services
Divorce Proceedings
Our team guides clients through the legal dissolution of marriage, ensuring compliance with the Family Law Act. We handle separation documentation, court applications, and post-divorce financial arrangements. Clients receive strategic advice on timelines, asset division, and child custody matters.
Child Custody Arrangements
We negotiate and formalize parenting arrangements post-separation, including custody, visitation rights, and decision-making responsibilities. Our specialists prioritize children's welfare while addressing schooling, healthcare, and cultural considerations through court orders or mediation.
Property Settlements
Our lawyers resolve financial disputes during divorce, covering real estate, businesses, trusts, and inheritances. We assess asset protection strategies, taxation implications, and liability distribution to achieve equitable outcomes through negotiation or litigation.
Financial Agreements
We draft and review binding financial agreements, including pre-nuptial and post-separation arrangements. Our services ensure enforceability under Australian law while addressing asset pools, spousal maintenance, and trust structures for long-term security.
Child Support
We advise on child support assessments, private agreements, and modifications. Our team handles disputes over income discrepancies, educational expenses, and post-18 maintenance claims, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks.
People
Ralph Glezer
Principal & Accredited Family Law Specialist
With decades of experience, Ralph Glezer specializes in complex family law cases, including high-conflict custody disputes and international child abduction. He advocates for pragmatic solutions while representing clients in court proceedings.
Annemaree Lanteri
Mentor & Accredited Family Law Specialist
Annemaree Lanteri focuses on property settlements and financial agreements, leveraging her expertise in trust structures and asset protection. She mentors junior lawyers and contributes to family law policy development.
Kylie Howard
Consultant
Kylie Howard specializes in child welfare cases and family violence intervention orders. Her practice emphasizes safeguarding client interests through urgent legal remedies and long-term custody planning.
Questions
What services do your Melbourne family lawyers offer?
We specialize in divorce, child custody, property settlements, financial agreements, and family violence orders, providing tailored legal solutions for complex family law matters.
Can you assist with international family law cases?
Yes, our team handles cross-border family law issues, including child custody disputes, international child abduction, and jurisdictional challenges under Australian and international law.
How do you handle child custody disputes?
We prioritize children's welfare through negotiated parenting plans or court orders, addressing custody, visitation rights, schooling, and healthcare arrangements during separation or divorce.
Do you offer mediation services for divorce?
Yes, we facilitate mediation to resolve disputes outside court, helping clients reach mutually agreeable settlements on property division, child custody, and financial arrangements.
What are Binding Financial Agreements?
Binding Financial Agreements are legally enforceable contracts outlining asset division in case of separation, including pre-nuptial agreements that protect individual and business assets.
How are property settlements determined?
We assess all assets, including real estate, trusts, and inheritances, to achieve equitable division through negotiation or litigation, considering tax implications and liability distribution.
