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Trusted Family Law Specialists in Melbourne
Anderson Family Lawyers is a specialist family law firm dedicated to resolving legal matters with dignity and expertise. Our team, led by Accredited Family Law Specialist Lucy Padula, provides clear, practical advice tailored to clients' unique circumstances during relationship breakdowns or new arrangements. With over 20 years of combined experience, we prioritise compassionate guidance while navigating complex issues like financial settlements, child custody, and family violence intervention orders.Our approach balances negotiation with litigation readiness, ensuring clients understand their rights and achieve fair outcomes. We serve Melbourne's inner west and surrounding areas, offering flexible appointment options including after-hours consultations via phone or Skype.
Services
Family Law Consultations
Child Custody Arrangements
Property Settlements
Financial Agreements
Spousal Maintenance
Surrogacy Arrangements
Family Violence Orders
Pre-Cohabitation Advice
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of combined family law experience with Accredited Specialist status
- Our team provides clear legal advice in plain English for informed decision-making
- We prioritise compassionate guidance during emotionally challenging relationship transitions
- Flexible appointment options including after-hours phone/Skype consultations
- We maintain strong professional networks to address complex cross-disciplinary legal issues
Associations and certifications
- Accredited Family Law Specialist (Law Institute of Victoria)
Services
Family Law Consultations
Our family law consultations provide clear guidance on relationship breakdowns, financial settlements, and parenting arrangements. We help clients understand their legal rights and responsibilities while considering emotional and practical factors. Our Accredited Specialist offers tailored solutions for complex family law matters.
Child Custody Arrangements
We specialise in creating child custody arrangements that prioritise children's best interests. Our services cover care schedules, decision-making responsibilities, and relocation considerations. We help parents navigate complex custody issues with sensitivity and legal expertise.
Property Settlements
Our property settlement services address fair division of assets during relationship breakdowns. We handle complex financial matters including real estate, investments, and business interests. We provide strategic advice to achieve equitable outcomes for clients.
Family Violence Orders
We offer urgent assistance with family violence intervention orders. Our team provides compassionate support for clients seeking protection or responding to applications. We explain legal processes and represent clients in court proceedings.
Pre-Cohabitation Advice
Our pre-cohabitation services advise couples on legal protections before relationships. We draft binding financial agreements and parenting plans. We ensure arrangements meet legal requirements while addressing clients' future needs.
People
Lucy Padula
Principal Lawyer
Accredited Family Law Specialist with 20+ years' experience. Admitted to practice in 2004, Lucy focuses on negotiated solutions while preparing for litigation when necessary. She combines legal expertise with understanding of clients' emotional needs.
Morgan Jaguar
Senior Paralegal
Senior Paralegal with 10+ years' family law experience. Admitted as solicitor in 2011, Morgan provides compassionate support through complex legal processes while maintaining professional excellence in client assistance.
Kaitlyn Stathakis
Legal Assistant
Dedicated legal assistant currently completing law and commerce degrees. Kaitlyn manages client communications with organisational precision, ensuring smooth operations and client support as first point of contact.
Questions
What areas of family law do you specialise in?
We specialise in relationship breakdowns, financial settlements, child custody arrangements, family violence orders, and pre-cohabitation agreements across Melbourne's inner west.
Can I get help with urgent family law matters?
Yes, we provide urgent assistance with family violence intervention orders and other time-sensitive family law issues requiring immediate legal action.
Do you offer flexible appointment options?
We offer after-hours and weekend phone/Skype consultations to accommodate clients' schedules and personal circumstances.
Are your legal services affordable?
We provide transparent legal costs and payment arrangements. Our focus on efficient resolution helps minimise unnecessary legal expenses through negotiated settlements where possible.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our team includes an Accredited Family Law Specialist with 20+ years' experience and senior paralegals with 10+ years' family law expertise, ensuring quality legal representation.
