At Whitelaw Legal Group, our expert family lawyers in Tasmania are here to support you through challenging times.
Our family lawyers provide tailored solutions to resolve your disputes efficiently and with minimal stress. We guide you through every step, ensuring a fair and cost-effective resolution. We offer:
Under the Family Law Act, there are ways to resolve and settle property disputes out of court using binding financial agreements. However, in more complex cases, we will encourage the parties to agree on a set of final consent orders and then apply to the Court to review and approve them as orders of the court.
Divorce and de facto relationship breakups are common and emotionally charged. Early access to competent, balanced advice is crucial and can significantly impact outcomes. We caution against rushing into aggressive legal battles, which can be costly, time-consuming, and stressful. Instead, we focus on finding the best path forward for you.
Family courts are often overwhelmed, leading to substantial delays in resolving cases. By focusing on negotiation, mediation, and other out-of-court resolutions, we help you avoid the time, expense, and stress of litigation. Most experienced judges and lawyers recommend going to court as a last resort, and we fully support this approach.
On 14th of December 2017, the following headline appeared in the Australian newspaper “Judge slams obscene legal fees”. A family court judge criticised some lawyers for charging exorbitant fees and pursuing a “win at all costs” approach. This destructive mindset often harms the emotional, social, and financial well-being of families. At Whitelaw Legal Group, we are committed to a different approach—one that prioritises resolution and collaboration over costly court battles.
Our method involves an 8-step system with a timeline of 6-8 weeks and average cost of $2,500 – 5,000.
There is no need for family law disputes to be stressful or expensive. With the right approach, most issues can be resolved without significant legal costs. Trust Whitelaw Legal Group, your reputable family lawyer in Burnie, to guide you through this process and help you avoid common pitfalls.
Call us on 03 6251 1730 or email admin@wlgroup.com.au to make an appointment. We offer an initial consultation at no cost to you, where we will:
It’s that simple. Let us help you navigate your family law issues with confidence and ease.
EXCELLENT Based on 44 reviews Posted on Gary HallTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have used Chris from Whitelaw Legal Group a number of times. As a business person it is reassuring to have such a professional, approachable, and reliable person looking after our interests. Chris's background as a trained mediator means he is able to give us insights into all sides of a situation, and that helps us to make informed and objective decisions. Highly recommended.Posted on Nicola HoylandTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Whitelaw Legal Group have been truly helpful, very professional and have gone well above the service level expected and witnessed by other legal firms, during this very difficult time in my life. Thank you for the support and guidance over the last 3 years.Posted on kayden dewarTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently had Chris help me out with some business agreements and I can’t thank him enough for his efforts. He was always responding in a timely matter when I had questions/issues and also always made me feel like my matter was a priority. I highly recommend Chris for anybody who needs legal advice when it comes to business.Posted on Christian BentonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Quick and Easy process with prompt communication. Thank youPosted on Mieke SmithTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Chris at Whitelaw Legal Group was professional, supportive, and incredibly knowledgeable throughout the entire process. Communication was clear and timely, and I always felt confident that my best interests were being looked after. Grateful for the guidance and outcome — couldn’t have asked for better representation.Posted on Trent CrowdenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This has been a very stressful time for me but from the great advice and patience from chris I have got my head around everything and put full faith in chris and it has worked out very well I can be a tad head strong and chris was very patient and understood my thoughts but made me realise that I really need to stick to his instructions and it has worked out great I would recommend Whitelaw legal group to everyone 😀 👍Posted on Kim BurtonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Chris provided me with professional, realistic advice. Through the process I was kept informed with prompt responses. Chris represented me at mediation in which there was a favorable outcome.Posted on Samuel SpencerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sound legal advice from a top professional.Posted on Xiufen WangTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Two months ago, I was facing some issues with my divorce and decided to search for legal help online. I came across Whitelaw Legal Group in Burnie and decided to visit them. That’s where I met Chris. He was incredibly professional and patient, carefully answering all my questions and explaining what steps I needed to take. With his expert advice and support, I was able to finalize my divorce smoothly and without incurring a large legal fee. I’m truly grateful to Chris for his help – you’re the best!👍Posted on Abbi WhitehouseTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was very fortunate to have Christopher at Whitelaw Legal Group help me achieve an excellent outcome for a recent property/ financial agreement settlement. I can’t thank Christopher enough for his help, guidance and support during that difficult time. I highly recommend his services as Christopher is very approachable, reliable and efficient in management and communication with all parties involved. A very easy five star rating for his services.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
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