Areas of Practice

We specialise in all facets of family law, from initial inquiries when you’re considering separation but have not yet taken the first steps through to the finalisation of divorce, property settlement and matters related to children and parenting.

When separating from your partner, it’s crucial that you understand your rights, your obligations and your entitlements. Although things may be amicable at the time of separation, they may not stay that way. We strongly recommend you formalise all your family law decisions to protect your future.

We will work with you every step of the way to guide you to a practical and workable solution. That may be to finalise your family law property settlement, formalise agreement on future parenting arrangements, draft a financial agreement between you and your partner or any other issue that may arise after separation.

Call now and speak with a family lawyer

WA 08 6245 0855 NSW 02 8320 0085 reception@meillonandbright.com.au

Contacting an experienced family lawyer is a crucial step in securing your future.

Whether you're only just considering separation or in the early stages of separating from your partner, or whether you're needing assistance with:

  • divorce;
  • parenting matters;
  • property settlement; or
  • financial agreements;

our team of experienced lawyers are here to help guide you through the family law system.

Latest Blogs

Family Reports in parenting proceedings

Family Reports in parenting proceedings

When you have parenting proceedings before the Court, the Court may decide (or the parties may agree) that the matter would benefit from the assistance of a social worker/psychologist or psychiatrist to undertake a forensic assessment of the family. The appointed person is referred to as the Single Expert Witness or Family Report Writer.
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Arranging extra-curricular activities that may infringe on the other parent’s time with the child

Arranging extra-curricular activities that may infringe on the other parent’s time with the child

We look at how making arrangements for your child’s extra-curricular activities can lead to conflict around parenting arrangements and the Court’s view about applications to deal with such conflict.
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Property valuations in family law proceedings

Property valuations in family law proceedings

For most separating couples, the family home is their most valuable asset in both a sentimental and monetary sense. Its precise valuation is paramount in ensuring a fair distribution during a family law dispute. So, what happens when your ex doesn’t agree with your estimated value?
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Is my overseas marriage recognised in Australia?

Is my overseas marriage recognised in Australia?

Many Australians dream about having a destination wedding in an exotic location like Thailand, Hawaii or even Las Vegas. However, that dream can turn into a nightmare if the parties don’t have a good understanding of the legalities involved with getting married overseas.
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