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Specialist Family and Deceased Estates Lawyers

Family Lawyers Melbourne

When going through separation and the subsequent family law processes to follow; divorce, property settlement, parenting arrangements etc, the supports you have around you make all the difference.

Probate and Estate Litigation Lawyers Melbourne

Probate and estate litigation is often referred to as deceased estates law. It includes a range of services from administration of deceased estates, disputes between executors to contesting a Will and more. We have probate and estate administration and estate litigation lawyers able to assist you with all services related to a deceased estate.

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Are you a family lawyer with 5+ years' experience and ready for a new chapter?

Join our Melbourne-based team where you’ll handle meaningful work, enjoy hybrid flexibility, and contribute to a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Full-time and part-time roles considered.

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How We Charge

At Smith Family Law, we are transparent and upfront in how we charge. We provide sensible and pragmatic advice so that you can achieve a cost-effective solution. We work with you to ensure that your legal costs are kept down and focus on reaching agreement with your former partner, family members or the executor so that you can move on and focus on the important things in life.

How we charge

We're hiring

Are you a family lawyer with 5+ years' experience and ready for a new chapter?

Join our Melbourne-based team where you’ll handle meaningful work, enjoy hybrid flexibility, and contribute to a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Full-time and part-time roles considered.

View Position Description and Apply Here

How We Charge

At Smith Family Law, we are transparent and upfront in how we charge. We provide sensible and pragmatic advice so that you can achieve a cost-effective solution. We work with you to ensure that your legal costs are kept down and focus on reaching agreement with your former partner, family members or the executor so that you can move on and focus on the important things in life.

How we charge

Family Lawyers Melbourne

Separation can be a complex and emotionally difficult time for many people. Receiving expert legal advice can equip you with the knowledge and confidence you need to take your next steps.

At Smith Family Law, our team of experienced family lawyers have the skills necessary to understand your individual situation and provide tailored legal advice specific to your unique circumstances. We pride ourselves on providing cost-effective, practical and solution-focused advice.

We can help guide you through the process and will work to ensure that your interests are protected and maintained, both now and in the future.

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Deceased Estates Lawyers Melbourne

We have deceased estate lawyers able to assist you with probate, estate administration and estate litigation services after the death of a loved one. We assist:

  • executors to obtain a grant of probate and to administer the estate in accordance with the Will;
  • beneficiaries or eligible persons who seek to challenge the Will (a family provision claim);
  • executors or administrators facing a challenge to a Will; and
  • close family members where there is no Will who are seeking to obtain a grant of Letters of Administration of the estate.

Deceased Estates

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Your guide to separation while living under one roof

Your guide to separation while living under one roof
Separating from your partner while still living together can be one of the most challenging experiences in a relationship. Although each situation will differ, this blog provides some guidelines for how to navigate a separation under one roof.
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Child relocation in family law

Child relocation in family law
Moving to a new home is a significant change for a child, especially for children involved in family law matters. In this blog, we look at how child relocation is considered after separation or divorce and the different options available to parents for reaching an outcome in their child’s best interests.
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After separation, can my child decide which parent they wish to live with?

After separation, can my child decide which parent they wish to live with?
Where a child lives and which parent they live with is one of the most difficult issues for separating families. If family law proceedings have begun, the Court can make orders determining a child’s living arrangements, including the overnight time they spend at each parent’s house.
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How social media can affect your family law matter

How social media can affect your family law matter
Like any difficult situation, some people use social media as a platform to vent their frustrations and share their thoughts. However, in family law proceedings, the way you behave on social media can affect your matter and how you present to the Court.
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