Business Details
13 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Family Law Partner in Darwin
Established in 2013, Darwin Family Law has grown from a dedicated family law practice to a comprehensive legal service provider across the Northern Territory. Our team, led by partners Julian Barry and Tessa Czislowski, brings over 95 years of combined experience living and working in the Top End and Central Australia. We specialize in family law matters including parenting disputes, property settlements, and domestic violence applications, while also offering estate planning, probate administration, and mediation services. Our client-centric approach combines face-to-face meetings with innovative remote communication solutions, enabling us to serve clients in Darwin, Alice Springs, Nhulunbuy, Katherine, Tennant Creek, and remote communities.Recognized for our expertise in complex legal matters involving superannuation, tax law, and corporate structures, we maintain strong professional relationships with accountants and financial advisors to deliver holistic solutions. Our commitment to accessibility is demonstrated through flexible appointment scheduling and accreditation in Family Dispute Resolution, ensuring we meet the diverse needs of our community.
Services
Family Law
Wills & Estates
Parenting Matters
Property Disputes
Divorce
Domestic Violence Matters
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer 95+ combined years of Northern Territory legal experience
- Our team serves remote communities via phone, email, and video conferencing
- We represent diverse clients from business owners to Indigenous communities
- We provide accredited family dispute resolution services
- Our expertise extends to complex matters involving tax and corporate law
Services
Family Law
We provide comprehensive family law services covering parenting arrangements, property settlements, and divorce proceedings. Our accredited mediators help clients resolve disputes through negotiation or court representation. With expertise in complex matters involving superannuation and corporate assets, we deliver tailored solutions for individuals and businesses across the Northern Territory.
Wills & Estates
Our estate planning services include will preparation, advanced care plans, and probate administration. We help clients create legally valid documents to ensure their wishes are honored while minimizing future disputes. Our team assists executors with estate administration and represents clients in family provision claims to ensure fair asset distribution according to Northern Territory law.
Domestic Violence Matters
We specialize in domestic and personal violence applications under both federal and Northern Territory legislation. Our lawyers assist clients in obtaining protection orders while defending those served with applications. We explain the legal implications of different order types and their impact on personal and professional life, providing urgent assistance for clients in crisis situations.
People
Julian Barry
Director / Partner
Specializing in family law for 17+ years with Master of Applied Law qualification. Experienced in parenting matters, property disputes, and child protection cases. Former foster carer with practical approach to client representation.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in family law matters including parenting disputes, property settlements, and divorce proceedings. We also provide estate planning, probate administration, and domestic violence legal services across the Northern Territory.
Do you serve clients outside Darwin?
Yes, we serve clients in Alice Springs, Nhulunbuy, Katherine, Tennant Creek, and remote Northern Territory communities through phone, email, and video conferencing while maintaining face-to-face options when needed.
Can you help with urgent family law matters?
Yes, we provide emergency assistance for domestic violence applications and other urgent family law matters, offering immediate legal advice and court representation when required.
What makes your firm different from other law practices?
Our combined 95+ years of local experience, accreditation in family dispute resolution, and ability to handle complex cases involving tax, superannuation, and corporate law set us apart in Northern Territory legal services.
