Business Details
8 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Central Coast Legal Team
Fourtree Lawyers is a Central Coast-based law firm dedicated to delivering expert legal representation and personalized service across Criminal Law, Traffic Law, Family Law, Wills & Estates, and Heavy Vehicle matters. With a team of highly experienced solicitors, we combine in-depth local knowledge with a deep understanding of the challenges faced by our clients. Our approach prioritizes clear communication, practical strategies, and cost-effective solutions to resolve legal issues promptly and professionally. We pride ourselves on our strong community ties, supporting local organizations and offering scholarships to students excelling in legal studies.Our lawyers have extensive courtroom experience, representing clients in Local, District, and Supreme Courts across NSW. We provide fixed-fee options and detailed cost assessments, ensuring transparency and accessibility. As a 24/7 service, we offer urgent legal assistance and rapid response to critical matters, combining expertise with compassion to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients.
Services
Criminal Law
Traffic Offences
Family Law
Wills & Estates
Heavy Vehicle Offences
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 personalized legal support for urgent matters.
- Our team includes solicitors with decades of courtroom experience.
- We provide fixed-fee options and transparent cost assessments.
- We combine local knowledge with a client-focused, compassionate approach.
- We deliver tailored legal strategies for complex criminal and traffic cases.
What people say
Exceptional service
Outstanding results
Highly recommend
24/7 support
Cost-effective solutions
Services
Criminal Law
Our criminal law team provides expert representation for charges including assault, drug offences, and bail applications. We focus on minimizing penalties, exploring defences, and securing dismissals or non-conviction orders. With extensive courtroom experience, we guide clients through complex legal processes while ensuring their rights are protected.
Traffic Offences
We specialize in defending traffic offences such as drink driving, speeding, and licence disqualification. Our strategies aim to retain licences, reduce fines, and avoid convictions. We represent clients in court and negotiate with prosecutors to achieve optimal outcomes, including section 10 dismissals where applicable.
Family Law
Our family law services address separation, property settlements, and child custody issues. We prioritize mediation to resolve disputes amicably while preparing for court when necessary. We provide clear advice on financial agreements, spousal maintenance, and parenting arrangements to protect clients' interests.
Wills & Estates
We assist with drafting wills, testamentary trusts, and power of attorney documents to ensure asset distribution aligns with clients' wishes. Our services minimize posthumous disputes and include probate applications and family provision claims to safeguard beneficiaries' rights.
Heavy Vehicle Offences
We defend drivers and businesses against heavy vehicle charges including mass overloads and speed limiter breaches. Our expertise reduces fines, avoids convictions, and preserves licences. We navigate chain-of-responsibility laws to protect both individual drivers and corporate entities from severe penalties.
People
Kevin Vierboom
Principal Solicitor
Kevin has over 25 years of experience in criminal and industrial law, appearing in NSW Supreme, District, and Local Courts. He specializes in complex fraud investigations and advocacy, combining investigative skills with strategic defence tactics.
Denise McCarthy
Senior Associate
Denise has 30 years of court advocacy experience, focusing on criminal, civil, and traffic law. She emphasizes plain-English explanations and meticulous preparation to achieve favorable court outcomes for clients.
Arabella Munro
Senior Associate
Arabella specializes in criminal, family, and civil law, with extensive court experience in NSW and the Northern Territory. She focuses on evidence exclusion and defending complex criminal charges, including mental health diversion cases.
Alison Dawes
Senior Associate
Alison practices exclusively in family law, handling parenting disputes, property settlements, and mediation. Her background in finance and business ownership informs pragmatic advice tailored to clients' unique circumstances.
Hannah Bramich
Associate Solicitor
Hannah represents clients in family, criminal, and traffic law matters. She appears regularly in Local and Federal Circuit Courts, prioritizing client communication and clear legal guidance to navigate stressful situations.
Questions
What areas of law does Fourtree Lawyers specialize in?
We specialize in Criminal Law, Traffic Offences, Family Law, Wills & Estates, and Heavy Vehicle Offences.
Do you offer 24/7 legal assistance?
Yes, we provide urgent legal support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for bail applications and emergency matters.
Can I get a fixed fee for court matters?
We offer fixed-fee options for many court cases to ensure cost transparency and budget certainty.
Do you handle cases outside the Central Coast?
We represent clients in courts from Sydney to Newcastle and travel statewide for urgent matters.
How do you approach family law disputes?
We prioritize mediation and negotiation to resolve family law issues amicably, while preparing strong court cases when necessary.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept major credit cards and bank transfers, with flexible payment plans available for eligible clients.
