Family Dispute Lawyer Berwick
At Just Family Law, we support families in Berwick and surrounding areas to resolve disputes with dignity and confidence. Whether you are dealing with parenting disagreements, financial division or other family matters, our team draws on over 25 years of experience to guide you through a range of proven dispute resolution processes.
We understand the stress that separating parties endure and aim to provide the best and cost-effective outcome for mediating parties.
Should I negotiate?
Almost always. Negotiation is not just a first step but a continuing opportunity to avoid lengthy court proceedings and find solutions that work for everyone.
Family Dispute Resolution comes in many forms, including:
- Informal discussion following legal advice
- Round-table meetings involving both parties and their lawyers
- Mediations with a neutral third party present
- Collaborative law commitments to avoid court
- Structured conferences as part of court proceedings
A trusted family dispute lawyer in Berwick can advise which option best suits your matter and your goals.
Early Mediation
You do not need to wait for court proceedings to begin in order to seek mediation. Many families benefit from engaging a skilled mediator early, supported by legal advice that helps you negotiate clearly and safely. A mediator may be a solicitor or a trained professional from a social science background, with the key requirement being impartiality and a focus on constructive agreement.
Some courts require parties to attempt mediation before proceeding further. In other cases, mediation is entirely voluntary. If an agreement is reached, it can often be made binding through consent orders. If not, you still have the option to proceed to court.
Conferences within the court process
Once proceedings begin, the court may offer sessions such as:
- Case Assessment Conferences – run by a court-appointed Registrar to help parties clarify issues and explore resolution
- Conciliation Conferences – structured discussions after early filings that aim to settle financial disputes before trial
In each of these, the presence of lawyers ensures legal issues are clearly addressed. Having a family dispute lawyer in Berwick by your side ensures your rights and interests are well represented.
Collaborative Law
Collaborative law involves a formal agreement between both parties and their lawyers to resolve the matter outside of court. If either party opts to leave the process, both lawyers must withdraw and new legal representation is required. This structure works best when both sides are committed to open discussion and long-term cooperation.
While not always the most efficient path, it is an option for parties who value control and shared input over the process.
Why choose Just Family Law?
With over 25 years of experience, we bring not only deep legal knowledge but also genuine insight into what helps families move forward. We take the time to understand your needs and help you avoid unnecessary conflict wherever possible. If you are looking for a family dispute lawyer in Berwick, contact Just Family Law on 03 9793 7888 to find out if you are eligible for a free 15-minute consultation.
We specialise in all areas of family and divorce law
Our family law lawyers are a complete family law service team. They deal with separation, divorce and family law issues including dividing assets after separation, arrangements for children, grandparent’s rights, inheritance disputes, business valuations, loans from parents and claims to property.
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We endeavor to utilize our extensive knowledge in every facet of family law.
We make sure our clients are never put at a disadvantage during the divorce process.
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Our circumstances in engaging JFL were due to the sudden and tragic passing of my sister. Sally assisted our family through complex legal proceedings as we sought full parental responsibilities for her three children, my nieces and nephew.
Sally was able to shift from holding my hand and passing tissues, to providing practical solutions, advice and guidance on how best to navigate the legal system and achieve what was in the best interest of the kids.
Thank you Sally, we will never be able to express how much you did for us and how your counsel and friendship helped us navigate an incredibly difficult time.
No hesitation at all in recommending Sally, and the JFL team.
