facebookpixel
Select Page
PRACTICE AREAS

Family Lawyer Melbourne

“I have had the absolute pleasure of dealing with Richard Hamilton of Nevett Ford Lawyers for the past eight months during an incredibly stressful and painful separation. Richard was both knowledgeable and kind in his dealings with me, his advice was open and honest and I was directed to the best conclusion possible with calmness and consideration. He always made time to speak to me if I called and every email was answered promptly and respectfully. Richard is a first class lawyer, who is both compassionate and driven, achieving the best result possible in difficult circumstances.”

Our family law lawyers in Melbourne CBD have a wealth of experience assisting clients, dealing with a full range of simple to very complex property law matters, from parenting disputes and intervention orders to criminal charges. We have available for you lawyers who speak English, Mandarin, Cantonese and French, as well as staff who speak Hindi.

Members of the team include Director for Family Law Richard Hamilton, Special Counsel and Law Institute of Victoria Accredited Specialist, Jenny Christofidis, Associate Erin Trantino, Lawyer Maggie Wang, and Lawyer Catalano Clay.

As a top family law firm in Melbourne, our lawyers regularly deal with helping people going through a separation to obtain an outcome that they are happy with both in relation to property and parenting matters. We deal with complex intermingled trust and company issues, but also help with working out how the family home and your superannuation can be best protected, or fairly apportioned between parties.

More than 95% of the cases with which we are involved resolve before a final hearing starts running. We identify when and how this is best done, and the strategy to best secure an outcome that gets you certainty.

We often provide advice to clients at the beginning of relationships to help them achieve better asset protection structures, or to ensure that they have clarity about what would happen in the unlikely event of a separation. Often, we draft financial agreements, or ‘pre nups’ in these situations.

Our team also deals with all types of divorce, spousal maintenance, intervention order and breach of intervention order matters. We have an extensive network of referrers who can also assist you with taxation advice, further financial planning, or more complex criminal matters.

We pride ourselves on giving you access to real lawyers, and not forcing you to engage with Artificial Intelligence or lengthy online questionnaires, unlike many other law firms.

Nevett Ford’s team of family lawyers in Melbourne difference is that we genuinely believe in putting our client’s experience and our service as a priority. This means we are open and transparent with you about the process, and the cost, of our service and the family law.

Contact the best family lawyers in Melbourne at Nevett Ford to get started today.

Our Family and relationship Services

Divorces

Parenting Disputes

Amicable Resolution
(Consent Orders)

Property Separation

Pre-nups

International Relocation

Mediation

Intervention Orders

gay-male-couple-and-sons-having-fun-outdoors-in-sun

Same-Sex Relationships

gay-male-couple-and-sons-having-fun-outdoors-in-sun

Property Settlement

Family Violence

Who You'll Work With

Richard Hamilton
Director
Jenny Christofidis
Special Counsel
Erin Trantino
Associate
Gurnoor Klair
Legal Assistant

Topics We’ve Written About

Understanding Partial Property Settlements in Family Law

Understanding Partial Property Settlements in Family Law

Dividing assets during separation or divorce can be overwhelming, especially if finances are already tight. This is where partial property settlements in family law, which provide access to specific assets or funds while final decisions are still pending, can offer a...

read more
A Lawyer’s Role in Family Dispute Mediation

A Lawyer’s Role in Family Dispute Mediation

Family disputes can be complex, emotionally charged, and challenging to navigate. When relationships break down, particularly in matters involving divorce, child custody, or property settlements, it can be very difficult to arrive at a resolution that satisfies all...

read more

    Contact us


    If you are overseas, please call our office on +61 3 9614 7111 between the hours of 9:00am to 5:30pm Australian Eastern Standard Time. Outside of these hours, please indicate your email address below and we will reply to you as soon as possible.


    book a consultation