Clear, calm, and effective advice to guide you through the challenges of separation.
We know Family Law is tough.
We know Family Law.

Eliver Family Law is a family law practice located in the Northern Suburbs of Melbourne, with remote capabilities to service clients throughout Victoria and beyond. 

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Our Family Lawyers act swiftly and sensitively to assist clients who are confronted with custody disagreements, financial disputes, and other challenges relating to their separation. We have an intimate understanding of Family Law. Family Law is all we do.

 

Where children are involved, our priority is always, firmly, the promotion of an outcome that prioritises the children's best interests. We have extensive experience acting for fathers, mothers, and grandparents, in numerous highly complex parenting disputes.

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Every relationship, and every separation, is highly personal and unique. Each has its own fingerprint. No two relationships are the same. Our Family Lawyers can advise you on all legal aspects of your relationship. Our Family Lawyers understand that emergencies can arise and will provide service after hours where necessary.

 

Broadly, some recurring matters that our dedicated Family Lawyers commonly advise on include:

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Transition Periods in Relationships

We advise clients who have separated, and who are considering separation, as to their legal rights. Common issues include:

• Family violence or alleged family violence, including Intervention Orders.

• Your rights and responsibilities concerning spousal maintenance.

• Child support responsibilities, amounts, and factors affecting them.

• Property divisions.

• Living arrangements which promote the best interests of the children.​

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Child Custody (Live-with arrangements)

 We can guide you on what is beneficial for your children, factoring in their age, requirements, and other relevant aspects. We also manage matters related to:

• Orders for child recovery.

• Relocation matters.

• Airport surveillance orders.

• International child abduction, especially under the Hague Convention.

• International child custody issues.

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Approaches to Resolution

There are multiple avenues to resolve family law issues:

• Consent Orders (often used for simpler, agreeable matters).

• Binding Financial Agreements (prenups and postnups).

• Lawyer-guided mediation.

• Litigation where a court judgment is required.

• Arbitration, where an independent arbitrator makes decisions.

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Addressing Family Violence

In situations with family violence, proceedings may commence in the Magistrates Court. Regardless of your role, understanding the process and implications of any resulting orders is essential, especially concerning child custody.

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Protecting Assets and Wealth

An area often bypassed in family law is asset protection. We advise clients who are in relationships, and parents and family offices, on financial arrangements prior to new relationships commencing.