Family Law

We understand that a Family Law matter can be a stressful and emotional time for you and your family, so we tailor our service to meet the individual needs of our clients.

We believe that each Family Law matter should consider two very finely balanced things: an expert level of understanding of the practice and procedure of the law, and an appropriate level of compassion and understanding.

We offer clients that level of service whilst remaining objective so as to appropriately advise clients on all available options. Where required, we are at the ready should the need for litigation arise.

Baker Love Lawyers has practiced in the area of Family Law for many decades. We have seen the laws with respect to Family Law change radically, whether it be in relation to children’s issues, superannuation and more recently, de facto relationships. It is this level of experience, commitment and dedication to the developments in the law that sets us apart, and ensures that you have the most expert and professional service available.

We offer two of the most respected and highly skilled Family Law solicitors in Newcastle.

At Baker Love Lawyers we are extremely fortunate to have two of the most respected and highly skilled Family Law solicitors in Newcastle, Jillian Stibbard and Hura Herman.

In addition to being highly skilled in all areas relating to Family Law, Jillian is also a member of Collaborative Professionals NSW, being one of only a handful of practitioners in the Newcastle area with this qualification. Jillian’s approach to Family Law is a skilled and conciliatory one, with the necessary ability and confidence to litigate where required.

Hura Herman has been an Accredited Specialist in Family Law, as appointed by the Law Society of New South Wales, since 1993. Hura is highly skilled and has practiced in this area of law for over forty years. Hura’s attention to detail and in-depth understanding of Family Law, in all it’s aspects, ensures the very best level of service.

As with all legal matters, Family Law issues are handled in complete confidence, with compassion and understanding. We provide expertise in a range of areas, including:

• Property settlements
• Parenting disputes
• De facto relationships (including same sex relationships)
• Divorce proceedings
• Spousal maintenance
• Child support
• Drafting Agreements / Consent Orders
• Injunctions
• Mediations & Conciliations
• All areas of litigation
• Collaborative Law 

Collaborative Family Law processes allow you to avoid court proceedings.

Collaborative Family Law is a client-centred process for negotiating and settling issues relating to relationship breakdowns. Separated spouses, with the assistance of specially trained Family Law lawyers and other specialists, attempt to negotiate their outstanding issues in a structured and respectful way. This type of process is an alternative to Family Court proceedings, and one used, where appropriate, by Jillian Stibbard.

Given our vast experience in this area, we know that a Family Law dispute can set in motion various complex personal and financial issues, such as considerations relating to family businesses, trust property and corporate entities.

We work closely with other professional advisors to provide you with a comprehensive service.

At Baker Love Lawyers we have the skills to advise clients with respect to these overlapping commercial issues, and work closely with other professional advisors, such as accountants, financial advisors and property valuers, in order to provide comprehensive and accurate advice and representation.

At Baker Love Lawyers we say: don’t compromise on quality, you deserve the very best when it comes to such an important legal matter.

Call us today on 1800 088 557 to book your appointment with one of our Family Law Specialists.

Have you and your partner decided to separate?
Do you need to arrange a property settlement or parenting orders?
Not sure of the first step?

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Solicitors acting in the area of Family Law:
	Jillian Stibbard Partner		Hura Herman Consultant
	Terry Morgan Partner		Todd Street Solicitor
	Christine Knoll Associate		Rebecca McKenzie Solicitor

For more information on Family Law, check out the Department of Community Services