MDV Family Lawyers
Biography
MDV Family Lawyers is the biggest law firm in the Shoalhaven and Illawarra operating solely in the area of family law.
MDV Family Lawyers can assist you from two convenient locations in Nowra and Oak Flats near Shellharbour, servicing clients from as far south as Moruya and Ulladulla to as far north as Wollongong.
We offer a fixed fee initial consult for only $200.00. Book your first appointment through our website or by phone.
Our dedication to this area of the law ensures our clients receive expert advice from, and are represented by, experienced family lawyers with a great deal of expertise in navigating family law processes and guiding clients to a successful resolution.
Government Area
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Wollongong
- Shellharbour
Additional Information
Does this firm provide Legal Aid? Yes
Member of the following Legal Aid panel/s: Family Law
Legal services offered: Family law services
Is the first consultation free? no
Collaborative lawyer:
Registered Alternative Dispute Practitioner: no
Registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner: no
Medi8 Australia Independent Mediators Network
Biography
Medi8 is a national network of Independent Professional Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners who offer Family Dispute Resolution Services.
Services Offered
- Assistance to develop Parenting Plans post separation
- Assistance to develop Parenting Plans suitable to be submitted for Consent Orders
- Assistance to re-negotiate Parenting Plans when children outgrow the plan
- Assistance to reach an interim financial agreement post separation
- Assistance to reach Financial Agreements suitable to be submitted for Consent Orders
- Assisting parents and grandparents to reach agreements regarding time spent with children
- Any other relevant dispute resolution services
Service Delivery Model
Medi8 works through a network of independent family dispute resolution practitioners to offer high quality, fee for service Family Dispute Resolution in a timely and effective manner. Our focus is on maximizing each parties ability to negotiate in a collaborative and interests based way to reach agreements that provide the best outcomes possible for their children and themselves.
- Services are delivered locally where face to face mediation is preferred
- Video Mediation where face to face is impractical or not suitable due to concerns about violence
Medi8 are specialists at facilitating meaningful conflict resolution via Video Mediation with a team of highly trained FDR Practitioners available on call to begin your dispute resolution process.
Government Area
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Wollongong
- Shellharbour
- Kiama
- Wingecarribee
Additional Information
How to refer to this service: Referrals via phone, email, web form
Eligibility criteria: Available to all clients
Is there a cost associated with this service? Yes. Fee information is available upon first contact.
Is there a waiting list? No
Days/Hours: Extended hours available by appointment.
Mediation NSW
Biography
Mediation NSW provided mediation, property settlement and dispute resolution services to families, corporate, community, workplace and sporting and community organisations.
We specialise in workplace mediations (bullying), property settlements, family mediations and contract disputes.
Mediation NSW can provide an after hours service and offers online and mediations via Skype for those times when it may not be convienent to attend one of our offices in person or during normal business hours.
Mediation NSW also conducts seminars on how to avoid conflict in the workplace
Government Area
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Wollongong
- Shellharbour
- Kiama
- Wingecarribee
Additional Information
How to refer to this service: Direct referral from client or referral through other agency
Eligibility criteria: N/A
Is there a cost associated with this service? Yes, mediation fees are $330 p/h. Fees may be negotiated for people on low or fixed incomes.
Is there a waiting list? No
Melea Mullard Lawyers
Biography
We offer legal advice and representation on the full range of Family Law issues, including but not limited to Separation and Children and Property Issues, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders, Financial Agreements and Child Support Issues.
Government Area
The office is located 50 from the nearest bus station.
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Wollongong
- Shellharbour
- Kiama
Additional Information
Accredited specialist in the following area/s: Not Applicable
Does this firm provide Legal Aid? Yes
Member of the following Legal Aid panel/s: Family Law General Panel, Independent Children's Lawyer Panel and Criminal Law General Panel
Legal services offered: All Family Law issues, Criminal Law, Conveyancing, Wills and Estates
Is the first consultation free? yes
Collaborative lawyer: yes
Registered Alternative Dispute Practitioner: no
Registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner: no
Notes to referrers: Melea Mullard has completed the necessary training for Alternative Dispute Practitioner and is able to offer advice and representation to clients on a wide range of legal issues, especially relating to the breakdown of a relationship, and associated issues, such as children and property issues, and domestic violence issues, including representation in Court for Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders.
NSW Community Justice Centre
Biography
The Community Justice Centre (CJC) assists to prevent, manage and resolve disputes.
CJC can assist in a wide variety of dispute types such as:
– Parenting (Family dispute Resolution)
– Neighbourhood
– Workplace
– Property
– Business
– Social
– Organisations
– Multi-party
– Schools
….just to name a few
CJC provides services which are:
– Free
– Confidential
– Impartial
– In your local area
– Sensitive to your needs and goals
– At a time when you are ready
Government Area
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Wollongong
- Shellharbour
- Kiama
- Wingecarribee
Additional Information
How to refer to this service: Email or Phone
Eligibility criteria: No criteria
Is there a cost associated with this service? No - Free
Is there a waiting list? No
Days/Hours: Office hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 4:30pm Mediations provided: Monday - Saturday 9am - 10pm
NSW Department of Justice Community Justice Centres (CJC)
Biography
CJC provides mediation in a wide variety of situations. These include disputes about property following separation and disputes between extended family members, as well as disputes involving neighbours, debts, associations and workplaces. The service is free of charge and there is no waiting list. Mediation sessions are arranged at locations convenient to the parties. CJC also offers mediation by telephone when parties are located in different areas. CJC can provide Family Dispute Resolution in some cases – please contact us to inquire.
Government Area
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Wollongong
- Shellharbour
- Kiama
- Wingecarribee
Additional Information
How to refer to this service: Call 1800 990 777 or download referral form from www.cjc.nsw.gov.au.
Eligibility criteria: Resident in NSW
Is there a cost associated with this service? No
Is there a waiting list? No
Days/Hours: Call Monday to Friday 9am-5pm to speak with a Mediation Advisor. Mediation sessions can be arranged for after hours.
Our Lawyers
Biography
Our Lawyers assists clients in the area of family law and have extensive experience in all aspects, including parenting, relocation and complex financial matters. Our Lawyers provides their clients with compassion and a sympathetic approach to guide them step by step to reach the best possible outcome through what can be challenging and sensitive times.
Government Area
The office is located 40 from the nearest train station.
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Wingecarribee
Additional Information
Does this firm provide Legal Aid? No
Legal services offered: Family law services
Is the first consultation free? no
Collaborative lawyer:
Registered Alternative Dispute Practitioner: no
Registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner: no
Parent Line NSW
Biography
Parent Line NSW provides telephone counselling, parenting strategies and referrals for parents and carers of children aged 0-18 across NSW. Our counsellors assist parents going through separation to address issues arising for children such as difficult behaviour, emotional difficulties, transitions from one home to another as well as mental health concerns.
We are open 9am to 9pm Mondays to Fridays and 4pm to 9pm at weekends and our counsellors are all fully trained professionals with a wealth of experience in assisting families through difficult transitions.
Government Area
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Wollongong
- Shellharbour
- Kiama
- Wingecarribee
Additional Information
How to refer to this service: Call 1300130052
Eligibility criteria: Any parent or carer caring for a child 0-18 years in NSW
Is there a cost associated with this service? Cost of a local call on a 1300 number
Is there a waiting list? No
Days/Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 9pm Weekends 4pm to 9pm
Rebecca Bailey & Associates
Government Area
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Shellharbour
Additional Information
Legal services offered: Rebecca Bailey & Associates
Is the first consultation free? no
Collaborative lawyer: no
Registered Alternative Dispute Practitioner: no
Registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner: no
Notes to referrers: We provide new clients with the first half hour consultation free of charge
Relationships Australia NSW
Biography
Counselling
Mediation
Parenting Orders Program
Touchstone Adolescent Counselling
Relationship Education Program
Family Safety Program
Government Area
The office is located 100 from the nearest bus station.
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Wollongong
- Shellharbour
- Kiama
- Wingecarribee
Additional Information
How to refer to this service: Self referral by calling 4221 2000
Is there a cost associated with this service? Costs are based on income on a sliding scale
Is there a waiting list? At times there may be a waiting list for after hours appointments, please call the office for further information
Days/Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Fridays 9 - 5pm Tuesday 9 - 8pm Thursday 9 - 6.30pm
RMB Lawyers
Biography
Our Family Law team is smart, down to earth, commercially real, easy to deal with, fair with fees and in your corner when you need us most.
The specialised team of lawyers who practice exclusively in Family law believe that every relationship is unique and after a relationship break-down people need a flexible mix of good advice, strong representation and an understanding of the emotion involved. The Family Law team can provide you with assistance in any of the following areas:
- Divorce
- Property Settlement
- Children’s Issues
- Visitation
- Child Support
- Spousal Maintenance
- Settlement
- Delayed Settlement
- Collaborative Law
- Mediation
- Superannuation Issues
- Superannuation Splitting
- Court Action
- Contravention
- Custody
- Change in Child’s Surname
- Shared Parental Responsibility
- Best Interests of the Child
- Prenuptial Agreements (Pre-Nupts)
- Binding Financial Agreements
- Termination Agreements
- Co-Habitation Agreements
- De Facto Relationships
- Same Sex Couples
- Family Trusts
- Discretionary Trusts
- Family Businesses
- Associated Business Matters
- Relocation Issues
- Recovery Orders
- Equal Time
- Amending Court Orders
- Concern for child being taken out of Australia
- Adoption
- Surrogacy
- Orders
Government Area
The office is located 100m from the nearest bus station.
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Wollongong
- Shellharbour
- Kiama
- Wingecarribee
Additional Information
Accredited specialist in the following area/s: N/A
Does this firm provide Legal Aid? No
Member of the following Legal Aid panel/s: No
Legal services offered: All family law services
Is the first consultation free? yes
Collaborative lawyer: yes
Registered Alternative Dispute Practitioner: no
Registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner: yes
Samuel Jones Legal Services
Biography
Led by Principal Solicitor Samuel La Delfa, Samuel Jones Legal Services is a vibrant, up to date Macarthur based law firm with a progressive and innovative attitude. We offer a comprehensive range of legal services including:
* Property law and conveyancing including buying and selling property and businesses
* Business and commercial law including leases
* Family law including divorce, children’s matters and property settlements
* Wills, deceased estates and powers of attorney
* Criminal law including driving offences
* Debt recovery
* Insurance Law
We are committed to providing you with the best service possible and pride ourselves on our success. You can be confident that you will be treated with respect and understanding and that we will strive to bring you the best possible results.
We offer premium legal services at cost-effective rates and deliver them through a team of highly qualified and experienced legal professionals.
Contact us to arrange a consultation with our Campbelltown Lawyers on 02 4627 6411.
Government Area
The office is located 40 from the nearest train station.
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Wollongong
- Wingecarribee
Additional Information
Does this firm provide Legal Aid? Yes
Member of the following Legal Aid panel/s: Family Law and Criminal Law
Legal services offered: We offer a comprehensive range of legal services including:
Is the first consultation free? no
Collaborative lawyer: yes
Registered Alternative Dispute Practitioner: yes
Registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner: no
Notes to referrers: Call reception on 02 4627 6411 or email help@sjls.com.au
Southern Highlands Bereavement Care Service
Biography
- The Service provides counselling to individuals and families who have experienced the death of someone close to them.
- Individuals who are in the terminal phases of illness and their families are also offered counselling.
- In addition the Service offers bereavement education – talks and workshops.
- Support groups are held when specific needs are identified e.g widows groups, death of a child.
Government Area
The office is located 200 from the nearest bus station.
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Wingecarribee
Additional Information
How to refer to this service: Any person may contact the Service directly by phone and if no one is available as we are part time, please leave a message and we will return the call asap.
Eligibility criteria: Any one who is struggling with grief and loss, our focus however is to offer support to people bereaved by the death of a loved one.
Is there a cost associated with this service? We have a fee for service which is negotiable. However no one is turned away.
Is there a waiting list? At certain times there may be a wait of two weeks, but normally clients are seen almost immediately.
Days/Hours: The office is open Monday to Thursday from 9.00 to 5.00.
Southern Legal
Biography
We act in children’s care and protection matters, family law parenting, financial and divorce. We accept clients with grants of legal aid for protection matters but not for family law matters.
Government Area
The office is located 50 from the nearest bus station.
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Wollongong
- Shellharbour
- Wingecarribee
Additional Information
Does this firm provide Legal Aid? Child Care and Protection matters only
Member of the following Legal Aid panel/s: Care panel
Legal services offered: Family law, care and protection, divorce, wills and estates
Is the first consultation free? yes
Collaborative lawyer: no
Registered Alternative Dispute Practitioner: no
Registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner: no
Stanfords Solicitors & Conveyancers
Biography
AREAS OF LAW
FAMILY LAW | CONVEYANCING | CARE & PROTECTION | WILLS & ESTATES |CRIMINAL LAW
visit us at http://www.stanfords.com.au
About us
Kelly Stanford is the principal lawyer of the firm and is assisted by a great team of Lawyers and Support Staff.
Scott Amos and Sarah Kermode both practice in Conveyancing, Family Law and Care and Protection. In addition Sarah has an interest in Criminal Law and is available to assist clients with driving offences and criminal charges.
The practice is open Monday to Saturday and offers after hours and Saturday appointments to our clients who are currently working and unable to make appointments during office hours.
Government Area
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Wingecarribee
Additional Information
Does this firm provide Legal Aid? Yes
Member of the following Legal Aid panel/s: Family Law, Care and Protection, Independant Children's Lawyer
Is the first consultation free?
Notes to referrers: We have both male and female lawyers. We offer after hours and Saturday appointments for clients who work.
Collaborative lawyer: no
Registered Alternative Dispute Practitioner: no
Registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner: no
Staying Home Leaving Violence
Biography
The program helps women aged over 18 living in the Wollongong Local Government area to separate from a violent relationship and remain safely in their own home or a home of their choice. Women can access this program whether they have children or not.
Family Services Illawarra offers a range of specialist services and advice through our Staying Home Leaving Violence Program, to give women and their children long-term support to address the impacts of domestic violence on their lives.
Some of the services provided under the program include:
– Safety audits to improve the security of the home.
– Information on alternate accommodation and services for the excluded person.
– Information and support on Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders (ADVOs), family law matters and how to use Court Orders effectively to enhance the women’s safety.
Staying Home Leaving Violence can support women to navigate the legal system to apply for an Exclusion Condition in their ADVO, so they can live safely in their own home. It can also assist women to report any breaches of the ADVO to the Police and provide support through the Family Court process.
Government Area
The office is located Outside office from the nearest bus station.
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Wollongong
Additional Information
How to refer to this service: Self referral via phone or online at fsi.org.au. Agency referrals- download referral form FSI website and email completed form to referrals@fsi.org.au
Eligibility criteria: Women 18 years and over who reside in Wollongong LGA
Is there a cost associated with this service? No
Is there a waiting list? No, referrals are taken to a weekly intake for assessment and allocated if there's case load capacity
Days/Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Stoneybark Counselling Service
Biography
I provide couselling with speciality in Family Law, Adolescents and Children, Mental Health
I have 30 years experience in Family Violence, Sexual Assault, Victims of Crime
I am approved under the Better Access to Mental Health Program with Medicare and bulk bill
I am an approved Victims of Crime Counsellor under the Attourney General’s Department
I am qualified to prepare Reg7 Family law reports
Government Area
The office is located 200 mtrs to train from the nearest train station.
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Wingecarribee
Additional Information
How to refer to this service: Ring mobile and self refer
Eligibility criteria: ATAPS and Better Access allows me to bulk bill clients who are referred by their GP
Is there a cost associated with this service? No, if the client has a GP referral
Is there a waiting list? No
SuCo Supervised Contact Services
Biography
Reliable, flexible and affordable, with quick access to:
- Supervised Contact
- Changeovers
- Transport Services
Government Area
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Wollongong
- Shellharbour
- Kiama
- Wingecarribee
Additional Information
How to refer to this service: Client completing a New Client Form either over the phone with SuCo or downloading the form from the SuCo website and returning by email/fax.
Eligibility criteria: N/A
Is there a cost associated with this service? Yes
Is there a waiting list? No
Days/Hours: Office hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm Supervised contact, changeovers and transport are facilitated 7 days a week daytime and evenings.
Sue Partridge, Private Counsellor
Biography
I am a Social Worker/Counsellor registered with Medicare and Victims Services and have a commitment to working with those impacted by trauma, as well as working with children and families where there has been difficulties resulting in separation and divorce., with or without domestic violence. I take a strong child focus and work from a neurobiology of trauma perspective.
Government Area
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Wollongong
Additional Information
How to refer to this service: Can phone directly
Eligibility criteria: Nil
Is there a cost associated with this service? Yes, depending upon type of referral. A mental health care plan through a General Practitioner is required to claim through Medicare. Alternatively if applicable application to Victim Services can be made. Please phone me directly to discuss options.
Is there a waiting list? Yes, generally from 2- 4 weeks. If urgent earlier appointment may be negotiated.
Days/Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs. Fri - 9 - 5. Some Late appointments available by arrangement. Saturday appointments available by arrangement.
swardLaw
Biography
Sward Law’s Principal Tania Sward has focused on providing Shellharbour and greater New South Wales with superb legal advice.
Our team of highly qualified and experienced legal professionals has been assembled to help our clients manage their affairs – from important family decisions to life’s bigger choices, such as buying or selling property.
We can assist you with the following areas of law:
Our goal is to continue to develop relationships with the community based on trust and understanding and to remain one of Shellharbour’s leading law firms.
Government Area
The office is located 2m from the nearest bus station.
This service operates in the following area(s):
- Shellharbour
Additional Information
Does this firm provide Legal Aid? Yes
Member of the following Legal Aid panel/s: Family Law, Criminal and Care and Protection
Legal services offered: Family and Defacto Law, Criminal Law, Wills and Probate, Conveyancing, Litigation, Employment Law
Is the first consultation free? yes
Collaborative lawyer: yes
Registered Alternative Dispute Practitioner: no
Registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner: no
Notes to referrers: First consultation regarding Family Law is free of Charge.
The Family Law Pathways Network Service Directory aims to provide access to accurate and up-to-date information about various support services throughout the Illawarra and Southern Highlands Regions. The directory will support members to make informed decisions regarding appropriate referral pathways to assist organisations operating as part of or alongside the family law system.
To include your service information in this directory please fill in the online application form. Services are encouraged to notify the Network Project Officer of any changes to service listings as they arise.
The Directory lists services who have identified themselves as working with families in crisis. Please note that the ISHFLPN does not personally endorse or recommend any specific service listed on this site and/or the Directory of Services. Any user must make an informed decision as to the engagement of any of the services listed in this Directory of their own accord.
