Practice areas
Practice areas
Clear, practical help with family, estate, property, employment, business, injury, immigration and dispute matters.
Practice areas
How we can help you
Everyday legal matters for people and businesses. If your question is outside these areas, ask us and we will point you to someone who can help.
Family law
Divorce and separation, child arrangements, financial settlements and prenuptial agreements, handled with care and discretion.
Wills & estates
Wills, trusts, powers of attorney and estate administration, so your wishes are written down clearly.
Property & real estate
Buying, selling and remortgaging homes, leases and title questions, with every step explained.
Employment
Contracts, workplace disputes, dismissal and severance agreements for employees and employers.
Business & commercial
Company formation, shareholder agreements, contracts and terms of business for growing companies.
Personal injury
Claims after road, work and public-place accidents. We tell you honestly whether a claim is worth pursuing.
Immigration
Visas, residence and citizenship applications for individuals, families and employers.
Disputes & litigation
Negotiation, mediation and, when needed, court proceedings for civil and contract disputes.
How we work
Four clear steps, from first call to resolution
Every matter is different, but you will always know where things stand and what comes next.
01
Consultation
Tell us what has happened in a free, confidential 20-minute call or meeting. We tell you whether we can help.
02
Plan
You receive a written plan: your options, the next steps, a timeline estimate and the fee, before you decide.
03
Action
We prepare the documents, deal with the other side and keep you updated at every stage, in plain English.
04
Resolution
We work towards a settled outcome, by agreement where possible and in court where needed, and explain what comes after.
Fees
Clear fees, agreed in writing before we start
First consultation (20 minutes)
Free
Simple will
from $450
Power of attorney
from $350
Home purchase or sale
from $1,200
Uncontested divorce
from $1,500
Employment contract review
from $300
Example prices. Fixed fees cover the standard work described; your fee is always confirmed in a written engagement letter first. Court fees and other third-party costs are extra.
Hourly work
Some matters cannot be priced up front, such as disputes and complex negotiations. For these we charge by the hour and give you a written estimate first.
Partner
$280 / hour
Associate
$190 / hour
- We tell you early if the estimate may change
- Payment in stages on larger matters
- Card and bank transfer accepted
FAQ
Questions clients ask us
Cannot find your answer? Call us. Please note that this website gives general information only and does not provide legal advice.
Is the first consultation really free?
Yes. The first 20-minute call or meeting is free and there is no obligation. We listen, tell you whether we can help and explain what the next steps and fees would be.
How much will my matter cost?
Many matters, such as wills and home purchases, have a fixed fee. Others are charged by the hour. Either way, you receive a written estimate and fee agreement before any work begins.
Is what I tell you confidential?
Yes. We treat everything you tell us as confidential, including at the first consultation and whether or not you go on to instruct us.
What should I bring to the first meeting?
Photo ID, any letters, contracts or court papers about your matter, a short timeline of what happened and a list of your questions. If you are not sure, bring it.
Does contacting you make you my lawyer?
No. We act for you once we have checked for conflicts of interest and you have signed an engagement letter. Until then, please send us only the details we need to check for conflicts.
Free first consultation
Book a consultation
Tell us briefly what has happened. We will call you back within one working day to arrange a time.
This website does not provide legal advice. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship.