Focus on Family in Preston, Victoria, Australia | Divorce & Family Lawyer

Focus on Family

Locality: Preston, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 423 249 474

Address: 11 Pender Street 3072 Preston, VIC, Australia

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

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24.01.2022 Siblings in the summer

23.01.2022 This legal software has gone above and beyond, as always. Thanks @family_property_international for the thoughtful gift. And also for saving me so much time in 2020.

23.01.2022 True Courage and an Inspiration to all.

22.01.2022 What do I like most about the collaborative family law process? The happy clients

21.01.2022 Introducing extreme scooter yoga

20.01.2022 Feeling honoured that Focus on Family is shortlisted for this award. I’ve usually shied away from these sorts of things, but it’s important that women are recognised for the work they do, particularly in the legal field which has such deep patriarchal foundations. Congratulations to all the finalists and deep gratitude to all those practitioners (far more experienced than I) who so generously lend their guidance and support. #familylaw #womeninbusiness #womeninlaw

19.01.2022 Loved being part of the #womeninlaw awards. I didn’t win but doubt I could be happier being a finalist and having friends and family around to watch. Congratulations to all the finalists and winners and thank you to the people that support them.

18.01.2022 #melbourne #victoria #thankyou #zerodeaths #openingup

18.01.2022 Focus on Family is a proud donator to the MID online auction to raise funds for secular organisations providing direct relief to communities and wildlife affected by the bushfires. Donations include: Professional Will Drafting; Initial Family Law Consultation; and a Co-parenting Coaching Session which includes a parenting plan template. Check out these and all the other donated offerings! Happy bidding! Closes 26 Jan.

17.01.2022 It can be hard for everyone when two become three #parentsneedsupport #family #dadsmentalhealth #familylaw

16.01.2022 Please reach out if you are affected by the fires and need family law advice. I'll do what I can and point you in the direction of organizations that might be able to assist further. Link to replacing destroyed documents: http://www.federalcircuitcourt.gov.au//form-natural-disast

16.01.2022 Important work of potion making #whatstateofdisaster

15.01.2022 It’s rewarding to get positive reviews, particularly in complex matters. I’m grateful for clients who make the effort to leave a google review and for those that refer us to others, as we don’t have to pay for advertising. This further benefits our clients, as our fees can remain affordable.

15.01.2022 Sick of seeing you know what?? Here’s a [depiction of a] white blood cell. Hurrah for immunity. #stayhomestaysafe

15.01.2022 #humpdayfunnies #lawyerlife

14.01.2022 If you have separated and have no idea where to start with your property settlement, sign up here for our quick property guide. We would love your feedback about common questions you want included.

14.01.2022 Happy holidays everyone. Here’s to a precedented 2021!!!

14.01.2022 It’s not every day you have the privilege of hearing the Honourable Michael Kirby talk Human Rights on zoom. It's much thanks to him that we have dissent upon which to argue for change in the future.

13.01.2022 Family Violence Behaviours Checklist: 1. Slapping/grabbing/punching 2. Smashing/throwing things 3. Punching the wall/pounding the table... 4. Using looks, actions and gestures to make them feel afraid 5. Destroying their property 6. Hurting pets 7. Displaying weapons 8. Trying to make them feel guilty about not having sex 9. Having sex when they are asleep or passed out from intoxication 10. Demanding sex 11. Threatening to commit suicide 12. Making them drop Police charges 13. Making them do illegal things 14. Putting them down 15. Monitoring their mobile phone 16. Criticizing their body shape 17. Making them think they're crazy 18. Giving them an allowance 19. Making them feel guilty 20. Controlling who they see 21. Controlling what they read 22. Controlling where they go 23. Not letting them get a drivers licence or have access to a car 24. Using jealousy to justify your actions 25. Making light of your abuse not taking their concerns seriously 26. Blaming them for the abuse 27. Blaming drugs or alcohol for the abuse 28. Preventing them from getting or keeping a job 29. Making them ask for money 30. Not letting them know about or have access to family income 31. Expecting them to buy groceries and pay the bills with inadequate money 32. Using the children to relay messages to them 33. Threatening to report her to DHHS 34. Stalking or trolling them over social media 35. Tracking their movements using a mobile phone app Do you think your behaviour has caused problems in your relationship? If you’re concerned about the number of boxes you’ve ticked and would like some support, please visit Relationships Australia or call 1300 364 277. If you or a friend might be at risk of family violence, please visit 1800respect.org.au or call 1800 737 732.

13.01.2022 Rudimentary sewing skills meets YouTube #handmademaskbandwagon

10.01.2022 Simple feedback. This client already had a lawyer but sought a second opinion. I explained I thought their lawyer was representing them well, and it would be more cost effective to stay with them. I suggested some ways to get their lawyer more engaged. They said they preferred my communication style and made the switch. Following some ardgy bardgy (yes, that is a legal term) the matter was resolved by agreement. With all professional services, if you feel something is a bit off, it’s always worth the money to get a second opinion. #familylaw

10.01.2022 It’s just not going to happen, not this lockdown, not ever. Let’s be honest. We WILL be tightening up our processes for providing independent advice to loan guarantors however, so please enquire within if you or your guarantor needs this service.

09.01.2022 Keeping families out of the court system should be the objective but is not always possible. In those cases understanding each person has a different perspective and there is never a perfect solution to complex issues, helps immensely. #familylaw #melbournelawyer

07.01.2022 #acceptance #nonresistance #equanimity

07.01.2022 Gratitude is important but all feelings are valid. Some people who were considering separation think this is no longer an option, and feel stuck at home. Focus on Family have just resolved a collaborative law matter via zoom, whilst the parties were still living under the same roof, with their young child. Over a series of 3 legally represented meetings, the parties were able to negotiate and agree on a parenting plan and a property settlement, looking at each party’s budgets..., income and future needs. The entire process was charged on a fixed fee basis, including the preparation and lodging of court documents. Collaborative law is not for everyone, but for those who want to keep things civil, maintain a respectful co-parenting relationship, and retain control of their separation, it’s very effective. If you were planning to leave, why not use this time to work out a plan and sort out the legals, together. #collaborativelaw #familylaw See more

06.01.2022 Feeling very grateful to be able to continue to offer all family law services online. Emergency legislation has been passed allowing remote witnessing of most Family and Federal Circuit Court documents, and yesterday legislation was passed that allows the execution of wills and powers of attorneys to be done by video link. Here is some lovely feedback received recently from clients which makes the work so rewarding.

04.01.2022 Such a lovely gift Amazed by how talented and multi-skilled my friends are. I couldn’t even wait, the kids and I have already used the Peach and Prosecco bath bomb which smelled divine and was heaps of fun.