Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Brisbane Family Law Firm
At Sambanis Family Law, we approach every case with a commitment to trust, excellence, and client-centric outcomes. Founded in 2012, our firm has built a reputation as Brisbane's leading family law practice by prioritizing personalized legal solutions. Our team of specialists brings decades of combined experience in navigating complex family law matters, including property settlements, parenting arrangements, and estate administration. We combine strategic legal expertise with empathetic representation, ensuring clients receive both technical proficiency and emotional support during challenging times.Our practice is grounded in the principles of diligence, integrity, and cultural sensitivity, enabling us to deliver tailored solutions that respect each client's unique circumstances. Through our focus on alternative dispute resolution and transparent communication, we aim to minimize conflict while achieving favorable results. Our multidisciplinary approach incorporates tax expertise, mediation skills, and courtroom advocacy to comprehensively address all aspects of family law.
Services
Separation/Divorce
Property Settlements
Parenting Arrangements
Wills & Estate Planning
Estate Administration
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Over a decade of specialized family law experience
- Client-centered approach with cultural sensitivity
- Multidisciplinary team including tax experts
- Proven success in complex property settlements
- Empathetic representation in sensitive matters
What people say
Outstanding support
Professionalism and kindness
Trustworthy and reliable
Caring and dedicated
Amazing legal expertise
Services
Separation/Divorce
Our specialist separation and divorce lawyers guide clients through relationship breakdowns with strategic legal advice. We handle all aspects including eligibility requirements, joint applications, and court proceedings while prioritizing emotional well-being. Our approach focuses on minimizing conflict through mediation while ensuring legal rights are protected throughout the dissolution process.
Property Settlements
We provide expert guidance on equitable division of assets following relationship breakdowns. Our team navigates complex financial arrangements including corporate structures, tax implications, and debt management. We help clients understand their entitlements and negotiate favorable outcomes while considering all legal factors affecting property distribution under Australian family law.
Parenting Arrangements
Our parenting law specialists create enforceable care arrangements that prioritize children's well-being. We handle consent orders, dispute resolution, and court applications while addressing education, healthcare, and international travel considerations. Our goal is to establish stable frameworks that minimize conflict and protect children from collateral damage.
Wills & Estate Planning
We assist clients in creating comprehensive wills that ensure their wishes are honored. Our services include appointing executors, establishing guardianship for minors, and structuring asset distribution. We also provide enduring power of attorney documents to ensure legal and financial affairs are managed according to client preferences during incapacity.
Estate Administration
Our experts guide executors through estate administration processes including asset identification, debt settlement, and distribution to beneficiaries. We provide impartial advice to manage complex interpersonal dynamics during probate proceedings while ensuring compliance with legal obligations and minimizing family conflicts during emotionally challenging times.
People
Marie Sambanis
Principal
Family law specialist with extensive experience in complex financial settlements and parenting matters. Admitted to Queensland Supreme Court and High Court of Australia. Focuses on mediation and dispute resolution to minimize client costs and conflict.
Terry Lockitch
Senior Associate
Experienced family lawyer with background in corporate negotiations. Specializes in property settlements and parenting arrangements. Admitted to Queensland Supreme Court and High Court of Australia. Combines strategic thinking with empathetic client representation.
Nayyer Qureshi
Chartered Accountant
Taxation expert with international experience in financial planning and compliance. Provides specialized support in complex financial matters involving corporate structures and cross-border assets within family law cases.
Deb Mogridge
Legal Assistant
Experienced legal assistant with accounting background. Manages office operations and client support with a focus on compassionate case coordination and administrative efficiency in family law matters.
Questions
What is the cost of your initial consultation?
Our initial consultations are discounted at $290 (including GST) for 1-1.5 hours with a specialist family lawyer.
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in all aspects of family law including separation, divorce, property settlements, parenting arrangements, and estate administration matters.
Do you handle emergency family law situations?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we prioritize urgent matters and provide timely representation for critical family law issues.
What payment methods do you accept?
Payment options will be discussed when finalizing your appointment, with arrangements made prior to consultation commencement.
Do you serve areas outside Brisbane?
While based in Brisbane, we handle family law matters across Queensland and Australia through our comprehensive legal services.
Are your lawyers qualified in Australian courts?
All our lawyers are admitted to practice in Queensland Supreme Court and High Court of Australia with specialist family law accreditation.
