Business Details
Your Trusted Family Law Partner in Parramatta
Mahony Lawyers is a dedicated legal practice specialising in family law, offering tailored solutions to clients in Parramatta and across Western Sydney. With a focus on resolving matters through mediation and negotiation, our team prioritises minimising emotional stress while achieving practical outcomes. Our solicitors have extensive courtroom experience in the Federal Circuit Court and Family Court of Australia, ensuring robust representation when required.We combine deep legal expertise with compassionate service, maintaining strong community ties and partnerships with support organisations to provide holistic assistance. Our commitment to transparency, client education, and ethical practice has earned us recognition from Legal Aid NSW and long-standing trust within the community.
Services
Separation and Divorce
Parenting Arrangements
Property Disputes
Spousal Maintenance
Same-Sex Family Law
Consent Orders
Estate Planning
Family Violence Cases
Mediation Services
Child Custody Matters
Highlights and features
- 20+ years combined experience in family law matters
- Proven success in mediation and courtroom advocacy
- Community-focused approach with government partnerships
- Tailored legal strategies for unique family situations
- Transparent communication from first consultation
What people say
Clear communication
Good results
Highly recommended
Step-by-step support
100% better
Services
Separation and Divorce
Professional legal guidance through emotional separation processes and uncontested divorces. Our team helps clients navigate property division, child custody arrangements, and financial settlements while minimising emotional distress. We prioritise amicable resolutions through mediation while maintaining courtroom readiness for complex cases. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of Australian family law requirements including 12-month separation periods and court documentation processes.
Parenting Arrangements
Expert assistance with post-separation parenting plans and court orders. We specialise in creating child-focused solutions for custody, visitation rights, and co-parenting frameworks. Our solicitors advocate for children's best interests while considering parental responsibilities and work commitments. Services include drafting parenting plans, negotiating shared custody arrangements, and representing clients in disputes involving schools, healthcare, and relocation matters.
Property Disputes
Comprehensive support for resolving property and financial settlements. We handle complex asset division including real estate, superannuation, business interests, and inherited assets. Our approach combines strategic negotiation with thorough documentation of contributions and future needs assessments. Clients receive clear guidance on consent orders, mediation processes, and courtroom representation for contested property matters.
Same-Sex Family Law
Specialised legal services for same-sex couples addressing post-separation parenting arrangements and financial settlements. We provide expert advice on updated marriage laws, property rights, and child custody matters. Our team ensures clients understand their rights regarding adoption, surrogacy arrangements, and financial agreements under current family law frameworks.
Family Violence Cases
Sensitive handling of family law matters involving domestic violence. We collaborate with community support organisations to ensure client safety while pursuing legal protections. Services include obtaining intervention orders, modifying custody arrangements, and addressing financial dependencies. Our solicitors demonstrate particular care in cases requiring urgent court action and ongoing support coordination.
People
Jillian Morrison
Principal Solicitor
Principal Solicitor with Federal Circuit Court experience, specialising in family law mediation and litigation. Holds Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and Social Science degrees. Recognised for high success rate in negotiated settlements and community legal education contributions.
Questions
What family law services do you specialise in?
We handle all aspects of family law including separation/divorce, parenting arrangements, property disputes, spousal maintenance, same-sex family matters, and domestic violence cases.
Do you offer fixed-fee legal services?
Yes, we provide fixed-fee pricing options for consultations, divorce proceedings, parenting plans, and consent orders to ensure cost transparency.
What areas do you service?
We primarily serve Parramatta and Western Sydney including Granville, Harris Park, Westmead, and the Hills District, with accessible office locations.
How do you handle urgent family law matters?
While we don't offer emergency services, we prioritise urgent cases like family violence through immediate telephone consultations and expedited court processes.
