Lighthouse Family Law - Evelyn Young

Separation

When contemplating a separation, it is essential to be well-informed about the legal aspects that come with it. If this is you, we encourage you to get in touch with us.

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De facto Relationships

No two relationships are the same, and de facto relationships in particular come in all shapes and structures. As family law specialists, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of the evolving legal landscape surrounding de facto relationships, and tailor our advice to your specific de facto situation.

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Divorce

Divorce is painful, but it doesn’t need to be hard. At Lighthouse Family Lawyers, you are in safe hands, and we will take care of the process for you from start to finish.

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Spousal Maintenance

Spousal maintenance is a misunderstood concept. We can demystify the process and legalities for you. We have experience in all types of spousal maintenance matters, including urgent, interim, lump sum, and ongoing spousal maintenance.

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Pre-Nuptial and Post-Nuptial Financial Agreements

Unprecedented pressure on the health system has affected many aspects of healthcare delivery, such as accessibility, communication flow, continuity and follow-up, resulting in poor patient experiences and outcomes - and ultimately loss of confidence.

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Parenting & Children

Approaching parenting decisions following the breakdown of a relationship can be one of the most difficult and emotionally fraught aspects of a separation.

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Property and Financial Settlements

Navigating the complexities of property division following a family breakdown requires expert guidance to ensure the best outcome.

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Child Relocation

The proposed relocation by one parent with the children after separation is a particularly difficult matter. It involves a tension between the right of the child to see both parents regularly, balanced against the freedom of a parent to move where they wish to live.

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Child Support Agreements

The formula used to calculate the child support payable takes into account each parent’s income, the number of children and their ages, the time that each parent spends with the children, and the care obligations the parents have for any additional children.

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Dispute Resolution & Collaborative Practice

As an overarching principle, litigation is a costly, stressful, and generally unpleasant experience for parties. Irreparable damage is often inflicted in the family law litigation process, augmented by lawyers who are inexperienced in the complexities of family law.

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Domestic & Family Violence

We possess an expert understanding of the Victorian family violence laws, and how they intersect with the disputes in the Family Law Courts. We regularly represent client in Intervention Order matters, in the Magistrates’ Court of Victoria.

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Surrogacy

Whether you plan to enter into a domestic surrogacy arrangement or travel internationally, it is a complex area of the law, and there are a number of legal issues you need to look out for.

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Third Parties

The actions and intentions of those going through separation might have far-reaching financial consequences that impact individuals outside the relationship.

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