Divorce and Family Law Solicitors for Merimbula - Bega - Eden & beyond

When a relationship breaks down the right legal advice and support is vital. Whether it be, divorce; division of assets & debts; children or any Family Law issue, Gordon Lawyers can provide the invaluable advice and legal representation needed.

At Gordon Lawyers, the focus is to achieve a fair resolution for our clients while minimising the angst and legal costs involved.

Gordon Lawyers is a specialist Family Law firm. We only do Family Law.

David Gordon has over 27 years experience and is accredited by the NSW Law Society as a Specialist in Family Law.

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Gordon Lawyers have resumed face-to-face appointments with clients. Appointments by telephone or Skype are still available if preferred. Social distancing measures and increased office sanitising remain ongoing.

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There is no need to go to Court. A legally binding agreement can be achieved without anyone going to Court. Such agreements are called Consent Orders and can be used for asset divisions and parenting arrangements.

It is vital that an agreement be correctly recorded in Consent Orders to guard against a future claim. A poorly written agreement can cause more problems that it fixes. An informal, "handshake" agreement, even if it's in writing, is no protection from a future claim.

Who gets the house? What happens to the super? What if I leave? Does it matter if we are not married? Do I keep my inhertance? Who pays the debts?

Are just a few of the questions separated spouses often have. Gordon Lawyers can answer your questions and let you know where you stand.

While there is no such thing as custody anymore. The best interests of the children remains the most important factor in working out who the children live with and how much time they spend with each parent.

An agreement reached through mediation or with the assistance of lawyers can be recorded in a parenting plan or consent orders.

A divorce is the formal dissolution of a marriage. The only requirement to get a divorce is 12 months of separation. Divorces are no-fault. The ex-spouse's consent is not needed.

A divorce is separate from property settlements and issues about children. There is no need to wait for a divorce to do a property settlement or work out other family law issues.

Spouse Maintenance is like alimony. It can be in addition to a property settlement and child support. It can be regular payments, lump sum or as part of a property settlement.

Sometimes urgent or interim spousal maintenance is needed

If not dealt with properly it could be claimed many years after a property settlement is finalised.

Child Support is usually worked out by the Child Support Agency. They have a formula and online calculator.

But parents can agree to alternative child support arrangements with a Child Support Agreement. Such agreements can give greater certainty and flexibility in payment.

FIRST APPOINTMENT - FIXED FEE

The fee for the first consultation is fixed at $297 (inc GST).
No surprises. No obligation.
The fee is the same if the consultation is for one hour or two hours. No pressure. No need to keep an eye on the clock.
Includes follow up letter and Gordon Lawyers' exclusive Info Pack.

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