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At Empower Family Law our mission is to give our clients control over their family law dispute by arming them with expert advice, strategy and representation.

We aim to navigate our clients through their family separation with the utmost care and attention to detail.

Let us be your voice in troubled times.

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Testimonials

“Stephanie represented me recently in family court and was fantastic. She listened to what I wanted, gave me specific advice that really helped and we were able to settle the whole proceedings. Her calm manner helped me a lot and I would absolutely recommend her to anyone. Thankyou so much Stephanie!”

Lucy C

“Thanks, Stephanie for listening to me, but also for hearing me”

M.H

“My partner used Stephanie Reid to handle his divorce. She was exceptional in her preparation and made what was potentially a tricky divorce a breeze.

Nothing but high praise”

Kai

“The end of a marriage is always going to be emotional and the past 12 months have been very overwhelming.

Stephanie has remained focussed on the well-being of my children and has guided me through the legal process with patience and understanding.

Her ability to remember the details of my case has been amazing and made me confident that I have chosen the right legal representative”

Melissa

“Stephanie Reid is the most kind, helpful and honest person I have met.

She has helped me through a very difficult time with as little stress as possible and while providing top of the range service she still managed to keep my costs down where possible!

I had the best outcome of my experience dealing with Stephanie and if I ever need anything in the future I will definitely be going back to her!”

Brylei P

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to make someone stronger and more confident by giving them the power or authority to control their life and claim their rights.

At Empower Family Law we understand the pressure our clients are under and the distress they feel. We work diligently to navigate them through to better times.

We take pride in offering our clients expert advice tailored to their situation and empowering them to achieve the best possible result.

We listen to the needs of our clients, pay attention to the details of each situation and offer solutions that are practical and achievable.

We have a network of trusted professionals who we work closely with to ensure our clients receive the best possible advice and support.

Our network includes:

  • barristers,
  • business and commercial lawyers and advisors,
  • forensic accountants,
  • tax accountants,
  • property and business valuers,
  • psychologists,
  • family therapists,
  • family consultants,
  • family violence support workers and
  • health professionals.

From your very first conference with us you will know where you stand, what your options are and what to expect.

That is why your first 30-minute consultation with us is FREE.

Let us be your voice in troubled times.

Services

If you and your partner are able to agree the division of your property, you can formalise these arrangements outside of court by entering into a Financial Agreement. This can happen following separation, during your marriage or de facto relationship, or before your marriage or de facto relationship.

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Child relocation cases are complex.

The outcomes are life-changing for children and parents.

At Empower Family Law & Mediation we have the expertise and experience to negotiate your child relocation case and to optimise your prospects of achieving the outcome you want.

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Parents have an obligation to financially support their children after separation.

This obligation continues until the child reaches 18 years, or longer in some circumstances.

At Empower Family Law and Mediation we have the experience and knowledge to assist you to seek a child support arrangement that suits your circumstances.

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In today’s world many couples choose not to marry, some do not like the idea of marriage, while others would simply prefer to avoid the stress and expense of a wedding.
The Australian Family Law Act 1975 recognises this social shift by ensuring that separating de facto couples come under the auspices of the law in much the same way as married couples.

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Obtaining a divorce is a separate process to dividing your property and sorting your financial arrangements.

We can assist you to apply for a divorce if there are complicated circumstances, for example if you continued living together with your former spouse under the same roof after separation or you cannot locate your former spouse.

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Anyone can experience family violence. It is a widespread social problem that affects people of all genders, sexualities, ethnicities, religions and socio-economic status.

Family violence tends to escalate at separation.

The first three months following separation is the most high risk time for family violence.

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We regularly advise grandparents and other carers who seek a relationship with the children in their lives or to assume the care of a child on an interim or more permanent basis.

We are experts in the area, we will listen and be with you every step of the way.

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If you have been subject to family violence and are concerned that violence will continue, we can help you to obtain the protection of an Intervention Order.

If you have been served with an Intervention Order, there are options for dealing with it at Court or an out of court basis.

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At Empower Family Law and Mediation we take seriously the rights of the LGBTIQ+ community to receive expert advice, strategy and representation. We are members of Pride in Law, Australia’s National LGBTIQ+ Law Association dedicated to enhancing the lives of the LGBTIQA+ community.

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At Mediation, parties are assisted by an independent third-party Mediator whose role is to help them reach agreement about their dispute.

We can advise you about the principles that the Court will rely upon when assessing whether a property division is just and equitable under law so that you are equipped with knowledge to make decisions about your financial future at a Dispute Resolution.

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Following separation, parties are faced with many decisions about their children, including how they will divide their time between homes, how important decisions will be decided and how the smaller things are communicated.

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Following separation, parties are faced with many decisions about their children, including how they will divide their time between homes, how important decisions will be decided and how the smaller things are communicated.

The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia determines disputes about parenting arrangements and issues by considering a list of objectives and principles that result in outcomes that are in the best interests of the children.

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Dividing your hard-earned property following separation can be emotionally exhausting. Having clear advice about your options and a considered strategy for achieving your goal brings certainty and confidence.

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Separation is the end of an intimate partner relationship.

While the term ‘separation’ is not defined in the Family Law Act 1975, over time a body of caselaw has evolved to assist in determining when a separation has occurred.

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Spousal maintenance is financial support paid by a party to a marriage or de facto relationship to the other party where that party cannot adequately support themselves.

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You may be entitled to a superannuation split or obliged to split your superannuation with your former partner if you were married or in a de facto relationship of more than 2 years, or where there is a child of the de facto relationship or where one party has made significant contributions.

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Your first consultation

At your first appointment we will listen to your instructions and provide our legal advice on your rights, entitlements and options for settlement.
You will leave your appointment with a thorough understanding of your options, your costs and what to expect from us.

From then on and throughout our work with you, we will communicate with you regularly.
We will address your questions and concerns promptly, with sound advice and understanding.
We’ll be your voice in troubled times.

If you have received a letter from another lawyer or been served Court documents, you should provide them to us in advance so we can prepare for our appointment with you.
If you are seeing us about property or financial matters, it helps to have a list of your assets, liabilities and superannuation.
If you are seeing us about parenting or grandparenting matters, it helps us to know the names and dates of birth of your children and what their current living arrangements are.
If there are urgent circumstances, for example you suspect your ex-partner will abscond with your children or is taking steps to sell or transfer assets, you should let us know so we can commence acting immediately.

Empower Family Law & Mediation acknowledge Victorian Aboriginal people as the traditional owners of the land on which we live, work and play. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging; and we recognise the ongoing living culture of all Aboriginal people. We express commitment to Aboriginal self-determination and our hope for reconciliation and justice

Empower Family Law & Mediation support LGBTI and Trans communities. We are committed to the elimination of discrimination against LGBTI and Trans communities and we subscribe to the UN Standards of Conduct for Business to Tackle LGBTI Discrimination. We adopt a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination.

Level 11,
456 Lonsdale Street,
Melbourne, VIC 3000

e: info@empowerfamilylaw.com.au
t: +61 3 7020 6542

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