Brooke Vitnell in Medowie, New South Wales | Lawyer & law firm

Brooke Vitnell

Locality: Medowie, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 4981 8333

Address: 6/5 Peppertree Road, Medowie NSW 2318 2318 Medowie, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.brookevitnell.com.au/

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25.01.2022 Ones age should have no bearing on ones right to live free of physical and financial abuse. Thanks Port Stephens Examiner for interviewing me on elder abuse across our community.

24.01.2022 Interrelate and The Smith Family Communities for Children (Raymond Terrace and Karuah) invite you to an online Zoom forum on domestic and family violence with... key community figures from the Port Stephens area on Friday 20th November between 10:00am and 11:00am. Our panel of community leaders will share their insight on tackling domestic and family violence, with a particular focus on the Port Stephens community. Joining us are: Meryl Swanson MP, Federal Member for Paterson Shadow Assistant Minister for Defence. Brooke Vitnell - Solicitor Sue Pollock - Port Stephens Family and Neighbourhood Services Ranald Urquhart, Crime Manager - Port Stephens-Hunter Police District, NSW Police Force Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/97550005807

24.01.2022 We would like to wish all of our clients a wonderful Christmas and New Year season. Our Nelson Bay and Medowie offices are now closed and will reopen in Januar...y 2021. Warm regards, David A Vitnell Mitchell J Cronin Brooke A Vitnell & all of our wonderful hard working staff For emergencies email: [email protected] and [email protected]

23.01.2022 A great honour to have been inducted this evening as Medowie Lions Club’s newest member! I’m looking forward to working with this fantastic group of people to achieve outcomes for our community

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20.01.2022 I have been asked to join a panel of community leaders for White Ribbon Australia to discuss domestic and family violence in our community. Thanks to Interrelate for recognising my advocacy in this space and The Smith Family, Communities for Children - Raymond Terrace and Karuah - Port Stephens, Port Stephens Family and Neighbourhood Services Friday November 20, 2020 at 10.00am. ... Details for joining this zoom are in the comments

20.01.2022 Happy Holidays to all the young people in Port Stephens! We hope you have a fun and safe time enjoying the sunshine (finally the sun is out!). We understand the... holidays is not a safe or happy time for everyone, and it can be sad, overwhelming and lonely for some. We encourage you to book an appointment for the new year if you are feeling a little low these holidays at https://jupiter.org.au/. If you need immediate support please call the mental health line on 1800 011 511 or lifeline on 13 11 14. If you are concerned for your safety or the safety of others then please contact 000. #youthempowerment #portstephens #Holidays2020 See more

19.01.2022 We are EXPANDING David A Vitnell Solicitors has moved into our new and improved location in the heart of Nelson Bay CBD. Our solicitors are:... David A Vitnell Mitchell J Cronin Brooke A Vitnell Nelson Bay office Suite 17, 17-19 Stockton Street Nelson Bay (02) 4981 5007 Medowie office 6 / 5 Peppertree Road, Medowie (02) 4981 8333 Call or visit us any time.

17.01.2022 Thanks Port Stephens Examiner - let’s start a conversation on this issue impacting many in our community

17.01.2022 We have a COVID Safe plan and are committed to keeping all of our clients safe. Both our Nelson Bay and Medowie offices are OPEN and will remain OPEN to continue servicing our clients for all of their Property Law, Family Law, Wills, Estates, Probate & Deceased Estates Administration and Litigation matters. Contact us today:... Medowie office: 6/5 Peppertree Road, Medowie NSW 2318 (02) 4981 8333 Nelson Bay: Suite 17, 17-19 Stockton Street, Nelson Bay Nelson Bay, NSW 2315 (02) 4981 5007 (e) [email protected] (e) [email protected] David A Vitnell Solicitors

16.01.2022 Thank you to Port Stephens Examiner for shedding light on an issue that has long been a source of angst in the Medowie community. Hoons, petty crime and street races past our businesses and our homes. I was pleased to speak up on behalf of some of Medowie’s business community and residents in saying that enough is enough! Dowling Property Medowie... Little Pantry Co Headz Up Hairdressing Pacific Dunes Golf Club See more

16.01.2022 Delighted to receive some flowers from an appreciative client who thanked me for fighting for them and for access to very loved children. When some days are tough, it’s important to be reminded what a difference your profession is making in someone else’s world.

16.01.2022 Medowie Lions Club in partnership with other local clubs are running our driver reviver over the holiday season Cnr Medowie Road & Pacific Highway. Don’t drive tired! Lions Club Tilligerry Peninsula Soldiers Point Lions Club Lions Club of Raymond Terrace

15.01.2022 Suicide across the Hunter & Port Stephens New data has revealed that some of the biggest risk factors related to coroner-certified suicide deaths for both... men and women are linked to family breakdowns, separation, divorce and problems related to legal proceedings Suicide rates across the Hunter and Port Stephens have increased by almost 50% since 2010 Thanks Port Stephens Examiner for reporting my concerns as a legal practitioner for our community. Let’s continue this conversation. Lifeline 13 11 14 Beyond Blue 1300 224 636 MensLine Australia 1300 789 978 headspace 1800 650 890 Kids Helpline Official 1800 551 800 ReachOut.com Australia Read more here https://www.portstephensexaminer.com.au//reach-out-for-he/

14.01.2022 Thank you Port Stephens Examiner for asking for my take on the spike in domestic violence in our community - give the article a read by clicking the link below If you are experiencing family or domestic violence, please contact 1800Respect (1800 737 732) or visit www.1800RESPECT.org.au. You can also call the New South Wales Domestic Violence Line on 1800 656 463. ... If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 000.

11.01.2022 Thank you to the Newcastle Herald for shining a light on this issue, we need to remove the stigma and address the alarming rates of suicide across our region. This research reflects that relationship breakdowns, exacerbated by experiences with the family law system and other legal proceedings have been identified as major trigger factors in suicide for both men and women. Family law proceedings take an incredible toll on individuals and families and more needs to be done to ...ensure adequate mental health supports for these individuals and families in our community. If you or anyone you know needs help: Lifeline on 13 11 14 Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800 MensLine Australia on 1300 789 978 Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467 Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636 Headspace on 1800 650 890 ReachOut at au.reachout.com ABC Newcastle Port Stephens News Of The Area The Advertiser, Cessnock The Maitland Mercury Port Stephens Examiner Newcastle Weekly David A Vitnell Solicitors

10.01.2022 Parenting Orders & Separated Couples If you are separated and are not seeing your children as often as you’d like, or your former partner is refusing you access to your children call us for a FREE consultation. We can assist you and your former partner in drafting a Parenting Plan that is agreed to by all parties or we can assist you with applying to court for Parenting Orders. ... Contact us today: Medowie office: 6/5 Peppertree Road, Medowie NSW 2318 (02) 4981 8333 Nelson Bay: Suite 17, 17-19 Stockton Street, Nelson Bay Nelson Bay, NSW 2315 (02) 4981 5007 (e) [email protected] (e) [email protected] David A Vitnell Solicitors #parentingplan #parentingorders #familylaw #hunterlawyer #portstephenslawyer #medowielawyer #covid #familylaw

08.01.2022 I was delighted to deliver the address for Port Stephens Women in Business this evening and address a record crowd! Wow! As a local solicitor, I discussed Women looking after women in the community and touched on family and domestic violence, homelessness and the rise of elder abuse. David A Vitnell Solicitors

08.01.2022 A special client surprised me with this today! The sweets are from a local Port Stephens business A Sweet Ride Called Clyde

05.01.2022 A 60% spike in domestic violence in the nearby community of Raymond Terrace is horrifying. Family and domestic violence is our nations shame. I share the concerns of many in our community that in the COVID-19 environment domestic violence will likely increase over the coming months. ... If you are experiencing family or domestic violence, please contact 1800Respect (1800 737 732) or visit www.1800RESPECT.org.au. You can also call the New South Wales Domestic Violence Line on 1800 656 463. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 000.

05.01.2022 It’s a pleasure to have been officially inducted into Rotary Club of Williamtown NSW after months of not being able to meet due to COVID-19. I’ve been put in charge of new member recruitment

04.01.2022 WILLS & ESTATES Did you know that 45% of Australians do not have a valid Will Do you want control of where your estate goes when you pass? ... We have a competitive fixed fee for our Wills and Estate Planning Our Solicitors have combined experience of over 44 years securing and preserving estates We do mobile call outs for clients who have mobility issues and for the elderly We have two convenient locations across Port Stephens We are a family run and family operated law firm and will treat you and your estate planning with the dignity and respect it deserves! Preparing your own Will is not advisable, Wills must conform to strict legal requirements. We offer simple Wills right through to complete estate planning packs for individuals and couples. David A Vitnell Solicitors Call or email us to book your consultation on; MEDOWIE (02) 4981 8333. (E) [email protected] (E) [email protected] NELSON BAY (02) 4981 5007

04.01.2022 We put the FAMILY into Family Law. There aren’t many law firms that are entirely family owned and operated. Today this father-daughter duo achieved a sensational outcome at Mediation for our client. ... We have recently secured a number of successful Family Law Property and Financial settlements for our clients - all without going to court. Call us on (02) 4981 8333 or (02) 4981 5007 for your family law matter. David A Vitnell Solicitors #solicitors #familylaw #separationlawyer #resolution #solution #divorcelawyer #children #property #propertysettlement #financialsettlement #myths #familylawmyths #hunterlawyer #medowielawyer #portstephenslawyer #solicitor

04.01.2022 More photographic evidence of another stellar night with so many incredible women!! Thank you to Murray’s Brewery for looking after us so well! Thank you Brooke... Vitnell for an amazing, eye opening, thoughtfully delivered presentation! Thank you to all the committee for all the behind the scenes work in creating each monthly event! Thank you to all our dedicated members for coming along and continuing to support us in supporting you! Thank you to the many delightful ladies who came along for the first time. It was delightful to meet you!.... we hope to see you again! If it seems as though I might be having a little proud President moment.... you’re right! I feel very blessed. Fiona

03.01.2022 For the more vulnerable parties, and ultimately for children, these issues are of grave concern I share these concerns. I’ve noticed the timeframes between judgements keep growing and growing. I have clients waiting months and months for decisions and the strains of the process on their mental health is undeniable.

02.01.2022 It is an honour to have been elected the President of Port Stephens’ only free youth mental health counselling service jupiter Australia COPSY (Caring for our Port Stephens Youth) at our annual general meeting this evening. I take on the task of ensuring our viability into the future and raising awareness of the mental health needs of our youth here in beautiful Port Stephens. I have big shoes to fill and want to thank our outgoing President John De Ridder. Geoffrey Basser is staying on as our fearsome Vice President and Meryl Miller as our wonderful Secretary

02.01.2022 The COPSY AGM meeting was a wonderful occasion, celebrating another amazing and very successful year of helping the young people of Port Stephens access free co...unselling services. It is a topic very near and dear to all those involved. COPSY has welcomed the new president Brooke Vitnell - Solicitor with excitement and gratitude. We look forward to an exciting year in 2021! See more

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