Family Law
Find clarity with a
Family Road Map
session
Every family is different, and so is every path forward.
That’s why we’ve created the Family Road Map – a focused 90-minute consultation designed to help you understand your situation, your rights, and your next steps.
Our experienced Family Law team will work with you outlining your plan with clarity and confidence. All for a set fee.
The Family Road Map
session explained
Your personalised plan
In this session, you’ll:
- Meet one-on-one with an experienced Family Lawyer
- Receive tailored advice specific to your circumstances
- Gain a clear plan for your next steps
- Know your likely costs and timeframes upfront
Help.
When you need it.
Whether you’re facing separation, parenting challenges, or financial settlement, Andersons Solicitors’ Family Law team is here to help. With over 50 years of experience supporting South Australians through life’s most difficult transitions, we combine compassion with clarity to help you move forward with confidence.
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You must be separated for at least 12 months before filing for divorce. Divorce severs your marriage but does not sever you financially from your spouse. There are certain matters which can make a divorce application more complicated and our family lawyers can explain these situations to you in depth:
Overseas marriages;
- If your spouse is missing and you are unable to ‘serve’ them;
- If you have been separated but living under the same roof;
- In situations where you have been served with a divorce but disagree with the facts; and
- Where there are children under the age of 18 years
It is important to note that you may be eligible for a reduction of the Court fees when filing your Application for Divorce so you should discuss this with your lawyer.
In all cases, Andersons will arrange for service of Court documents and appear in Court on your behalf often without the need for you to appear.
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It is important for both married couples and de facto couples to seek legal advice as soon as possible after separation. In some situations, it may be necessary to obtain advice before there is a formal separation. There are also time limits that apply to your situation that could affect your ability to make a claim for property settlement.
In relation to children’s issues, it is recommended that any advice or action be taken as soon as possible following separation so that the changes to the living arrangements for the children can occur as smoothly as possible.
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De facto partners do not need to go through the process of divorce. Aside from that, the remainder of the legal matters that need to be addressed are the same and you should seek legal advice to guide you through these processes.
At Andersons, we know that family matters are personal and often stressful. Our lawyers focus on helping you make informed decisions — not adding to the confusion. With accredited specialists across multiple areas of law, we bring both deep expertise and human understanding to every case.
If you need help, contact us today on 8238 6666 or email enquiry@andersons.com.au to book an interview with one of our team.
4 steps in the
property settlement
process
Andersons Partner, Ryan Thomas explains
Our Family Law Services
Separation and Divorce
If you have separated from your spouse there are some key steps you’ll need to take to get your affairs sorted.
Property Settlements
There are many misconceptions about property settlement so it’s important to seek expert legal advice.
Parenting Arrangements
Fostering a co-operative and shared approach to parenting following separation is really important.
Child Support
We help families through understanding the requirements of child support and what options are available.
Mediation and Family Dispute Resolution
Most civil law proceedings are settled in negotiations via mediation or family dispute resolution.
Family Law Terms Glossary
There are so many terms used in Family Law, some of which are difficult to understand!
Our lawyers are driven to help you find the right solution for your problem.
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