Family Law
Defending yourself and managing family affairs
With Vanessa Ash & Associates
Family Law Description
Family Law
Family breakdowns aren’t fun for anyone, so settling arguments as quickly as possible, with the best outcomes, is our priority. Avoiding court is preferable for many reasons, though not always possible.
Having proper, comprehensive legal advice regarding your rights, obligations, and responsibilities can mean fairer outcomes for your family. We can offer you information and advice regarding your options.
Costs are explained upfront, so there won’t be any surprises. Call us today for a completely free chat about your situation, and we can help you decide on the next best step for your case.
If someone has died and there are questions about what happens next, you probably need Estate Planning Law.
We can help with:
- Separation
- Divorces
- Mediation
- Annulments for invalid or illegal marriages
- Child support
- Child custody
- Supervised visitation
- Parenting plans and Consent Orders
- Settlements – property and asset division
- Binding financial agreements (like pre-nups, post-nups)
- Sole parental responsibility advice and applications
- Intervention orders
Pregnancy and breastfeeding discrimination in Victoria
Breastfeeding and pregnancy are two areas that seem to cause more discriminatory practices by employers than most – understand your rights and responsibilities as an employer or employee.
Carer or parent discrimination in Victoria
Parent or carer discrimination is illegal in Australia, but as with all discrimination cases, hard to prove.
Workplace pregnancy and parental discrimination in Victoria
Pregnancy and parental discrimination is illegal, however proving it can be difficult.
Sex and the law – age of consent, pregnancy, abortion in Victoria
Do you know the laws of Victoria as they relate to your sexual activities, the different ages of consent for different people, and pregnancies?
Sexual offences in Victoria
Sexual offences are amongst the most serious, and require a solid legal team.