If you’re thinking about separating or getting divorced, working out custody arrangements or seeking protection from family violence, we’ll help you regain control, whatever the situation.

Separation & divorce

Separation & divorce

From parenting arrangements to dispute resolution, divorce mediation and domestic violence matters, we demystify the separation and divorce process.

Parenting & custody arrangements

Parenting & custody arrangements

We can help you to navigate the complexities of co-parenting, visitation and access rights within child-custody laws in Australia.

Property & financial settlement

Property & financial settlement

Know your legal rights and entitlements about finances and division of property after a break up.

De facto breakups

De facto breakups

As a de facto couple, it is important to be aware of your legal rights when the relationship ends.

Family violence & protection orders

Family violence & protection orders

Supporting you to exit an unhealthy relationship and move forward with safety and security.

Separation agreements

Separation agreements

Separation agreements are a crucial part of the divorce or separation process after a marriage or de facto ends.

Pre-nup & binding financial agreements

Pre-nup & binding financial agreements

Safeguarding your financial future and assets through a pre-nuptial or binding financial agreement is a practical step for many couples.

Child support

Child support

Navigating child support can be one of the most pressing concerns following a separation or divorce.

Relocation

Relocation

Moving with children when the other parent disagrees is an emotionally draining and stressful situation. It can be hard to break up their routine, relationships, and school life.

Spousal maintenance

Spousal maintenance

Spousal maintenance is the payment of financial support from one member of a former couple to the other, where the other member is unable to adequately support themselves.

Third-party interests

Third-party interests

Sometimes a family breakdown affects people beyond the couple and their children. Third-parties who have an interest in a separation or divorce scenario can include relatives, new spouses and business partners. Third party interests can complicate property settlements, financial agreements and parenting arrangements.

Adoption and surrogacy

Adoption and surrogacy

There are many ways to create a family. Adoption and surrogacy each come with its legal complexities that can complicate the road to parenthood.

International family law

International family law

In a globalised world, relationships can traverse international borders. After a break-up it is essential to get clarity about what to do next, and where.

Mediation

Mediation

Accredited as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, Debra Parker is committed to providing alternative dispute resolution methods to help individuals and other lawyers as an effective means to resolve family law disputes outside of court.

Amicable separation

Amicable separation

If you're looking for a low-conflict and more respectful approach to settle your separation or divorce our team can help.

Collaborative family law

Collaborative family law

Collaborative law is an alternative option allowing parties to resolve their dispute with a lawyer by their side to advocate and provide them with advice.

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