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    Nicole Tabone

    Special Counsel

Initial Free Consultation

The initial consultation provides an overview of the family law process, including legal rights, key steps and available options. It explains how matters such as property division, parenting arrangements, and financial support are typically handled, and includes an estimate of potential costs, so clients understand what to expect.

Personalised Advice

The Initial Advice session is a tailored 1–2 hour meeting for those facing separation. It reviews your circumstances, provides advice on property division and parenting arrangements, and outlines what ongoing legal support is needed, giving practical answers and a clear pathway to protect your future and your family.

Our Promise

Our promise is to provide every client with expert, tailored legal advice and clear guidance throughout their family law matter. We explain your options and the process, ensure you feel supported, and maintain professionalism, transparency, and care at every step to help you navigate this challenging time with confidence.

Our Dedication

We are fully dedicated to our clients and committed to acting in their best interests. Our team of expert family lawyers and Accredited Specialists in Family Law work tirelessly to achieve the best outcomes, keeping clients informed, supported, and confident while applying our knowledge, experience, and skills to every stage of the legal process.

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At Lamont Law, we recognise that every family matter is unique. Whether you are just starting to explore your options or ready to take action, our team of expert family lawyers and Accredited Specialists in Family Law is here to guide you. We provide practical, clear support to help you move forward with confidence through two tailored service options:

Free Initial Consultation

If you’re unsure where to start, our Free Initial Consultation offers a simple, no-obligation introduction. During this brief phone call, you can:

  • Learn more about the general family law process.
  • Understand more about property division and parenting arrangements.
  • Gain insight into the benefits of ongoing legal representation.

This call provides a general overview of the family law process, giving you the opportunity to understand how matters such as property division, parenting arrangements, and financial support are typically handled.

Initial Advice Session

This tailored 1–2 hour meeting reviews your personal circumstances, provides advice on property division and parenting arrangements

  • Professional advice on the division of assets and property.

  • Guidance on parenting arrangements and how to make them official.
  • Clarity on what ongoing legal representation may be required.

This call provides a general overview of the family law process, giving you the opportunity to understand how matters such as property division, parenting arrangements, and financial support are typically handled.

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Our Areas of Expertise

Property Settlement

Complex property settlements require detailed legal expertise. Our senior family lawyers bring over 30 years of experience specialising in asset division, liabilities, and superannuation.
  • Asset Division
  • Superannuation Splitting
  • Real Estate
  • Financial Liabilities
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Parenting Arrangements

Parenting arrangements are among the most sensitive issues in family law. We ensure the best interests of children are upheld with careful legal expertise.
  • Living Arrangements
  • Time with Each Parent
  • Decision-Making
  • Education & Health
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Consent Orders

Consent Orders provide a formal, legally binding way to finalise agreements on property settlements, parenting arrangements, and financial matters.
  • Property division
  • Parenting arrangements
  • Spousal maintenance
  • Adult child support
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Financial Agreements (BFAs)

BFAs provide a clear and legally binding way to outline the division of assets, liabilities, and financial resources in the event of separation.
  • Asset Protection
  • Debt Allocation
  • Superannuation
  • Future Security
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Spousal Maintenance

Spousal maintenance can be complex following separation. We provide expert guidance tailored to your individual circumstances.
  • Urgent applications
  • Interim and long term financial support
  • Legal Rights
  • Obligation Assessment
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Domestic Violence

Domestic violence matters require urgent, and skilled legal support. We provide clear guidance to protect your safety and legal rights.
  • Protection Orders
  • Safety Planning
  • Legal Representation
  • Urgent Applications
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Our Maroochydore family lawyers support clients across all major areas of family law. This includes divorce and separation, parenting and custody arrangements, property and financial settlements, spousal maintenance, and binding financial agreements. We also provide advice and representation in domestic and family violence matters, including urgent applications where safety concerns require immediate legal action.

    Family law issues often involve difficult personal circumstances and long-term consequences if not managed carefully. Our role is to provide clear, practical advice that helps you understand your legal position and available options. Whether your matter can be resolved through negotiation or requires court proceedings, we tailor our approach to your situation and focus on outcomes that are fair, legally enforceable, and designed to provide stability and certainty moving forward.

  • Early legal advice can play a crucial role in protecting your interests following separation. Understanding your rights and obligations from the outset allows you to make informed decisions about children, finances, and property.

    Our Maroochydore family lawyers help clients avoid common early mistakes, such as informal agreements that cannot be enforced or actions that may negatively impact future negotiations. Early guidance allows you to plan effectively, manage communication appropriately, and take steps that reduce the risk of disputes escalating. Even in cooperative separations, early legal advice ensures arrangements are properly structured and legally binding, providing clarity and peace of mind for the future.

  • Parenting arrangements are assessed based on what is in the best interests of the child, which is the central principle under Australian family law. The court considers factors such as the child’s safety, emotional and developmental needs, stability, and the benefit of maintaining meaningful relationships with both parents where appropriate.

    Our Maroochydore family lawyers work with parents to develop practical parenting arrangements that prioritise the child’s wellbeing and suit the family’s circumstances. Where agreement cannot be reached, we prepare and present parenting matters clearly and thoroughly in court. Our focus is on achieving outcomes that support the child’s long-term welfare while reducing conflict wherever possible.

  • Dividing property after separation involves a structured legal process. This includes identifying all assets and liabilities, assessing contributions made by each party, and considering future needs such as income capacity, health, age, and care of children. There is no automatic or fixed split under family law.

    Our Maroochydore family lawyers provide realistic advice about how the law applies to your circumstances and what a fair outcome may look like. We aim to resolve property matters efficiently through negotiation or mediation, ensuring agreements are properly documented and enforceable. If court proceedings are required, we represent clients effectively to protect their financial position.

  • Yes. Family law imposes strict time limits on certain applications. Property settlement and spousal maintenance claims generally must be commenced within 12 months of divorce or 2 years after separation for de facto relationships. Failing to act within these timeframes can significantly limit your legal options.

    Our Maroochydore family lawyers monitor deadlines carefully and provide timely advice to ensure your rights are preserved. If a deadline has already passed, we can advise whether an extension may be possible and assist with the necessary court application.

  • Yes. Many family law disputes are resolved outside of court through negotiation, mediation, or consent orders. Resolving matters this way can reduce emotional strain, delays, and legal costs, and often allows for more flexible outcomes.

    Our lawyers focus on achieving resolution wherever possible while remaining fully prepared to proceed to court if negotiations are unsuccessful. We provide clear advice about the most appropriate pathway for your circumstances and guide you through each stage of the process.

  • Lamont Law offers experienced, strategic, and compassionate family law representation. We understand that family law matters can be stressful and deeply personal, and we approach each case with care and professionalism.

    Our Maroochydore family lawyers are committed to clear communication, thorough preparation, and practical advice. We focus on protecting your interests, minimising unnecessary conflict, and guiding you through the family law process with confidence and clarity.