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Family Lawyers during separation – helpful, or not?
Separation is a tough situation to deal with. Financial disputes, spousal support, living arrangements, and transport are just a few things that could overwhelm you. If you have children, you also have the hard job of making sure their daily lives are affected as little as possible. All of this can prove to be a very stressful situation.
Family lawyers during separation – what they can help with:
Mediating conflict
Your lawyer will represent you and act on your behalf with the other side. This helps if you and your spouse aren’t on the same page. What’s more, your lawyer becomes a buffer between you and your ex and makes sure you aren’t making decisions in the heat of the moment. They also protect your legal rights.
Navigating disputes and resolutions
After a separation, you might not agree on how to manage parenting and financial issues. In addition to keeping disagreements from escalating, a family lawyer can also help you and your ex to come to a middle ground on things.
Family violence support
Family violence is sadly a common reason for separation. If you are going through family violence, please contact your local police station for immediate assistance*. Further, contact a family violence support service that can give you options for moving forward. Also, reach out to your lawyer for legal advice about parenting, child support, maintenance, and property settlement issues.
At Melmark Law, we have no “one size fits all” approach to our work, especially during a separation. We understand that what works for one person may not work for you. If you are considering separation, reach out to us to find out how we can help you.
Contact us today for an obligation-free 15-minute consultation.
*** If you or a loved one is experiencing violence/ abuse, call 000 for immediate police assistance. You may also go to 1800RESPECT or phone 1800 737 732.
