Nevett Ford Lawyers

10/06/2025

📣Upcoming complementary Webinar for Social Workers & Support Professionals

Supporting clients through a relationship breakdown takes more than empathy – it takes knowledge, structure, and the right tools.

Join us for our upcoming session presented by Erin Trantino and Richard Hamilton
“Supporting Your Clients Through A Relationship Breakdown: A Toolkit for Social Workers & Support Staff”

🗓️ Thursday, 26 June 2025 | 🕘 12:00PM - 1:00PM
📍Online via Teams
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26/09/2022

Nevett Ford is committed to championing equal access to inclusive laws in Australia, including same-sex marriage laws, gay parenting rights, and trans recognition.

Moreover, we are proud runners-up in the 2021 "Champions of Pride" awards in recognition of our commitment to the advancement of diversity and inclusion initiatives pertaining to legal professionals who identify as LGBTQI+.

Find out more about the services we offer at https://nevettfordlawyers.com.au/same-sex-family-lawyer-melbourne/

19/09/2022

The issues and complications that apply to heterosexual divorce, such as property settlement and child custody, can affect gay or le***an divorce as well.

If you need a LGBTQI+ divorce lawyer, our experienced legal experts are here to help. Get in touch with our dedicated family lawyers for a free 10-minute consultation.

https://nevettfordlawyers.com.au/family-and-relationships/

11/09/2022

The law relating to same-sex parenting can be complex and diverse, whether it's to do with adoption, assisted conception procedures, or applying for parenting orders.

Read this article to learn more about the legislation in this area or get in touch with our experienced family lawyers at Nevett Ford with any enquiries.

The law relating to same-sex parenting is complex and diverse. Firstly, we need to understand that in Australia, legislative power is divided between the Commonwealth and state governments. What that means is, whilst the Commonwealth Government is primarily entitled to legislate specific issues, tho...

09/09/2022

"Does the LGBTQI+ community have equal access to family law services?"

At Nevett Ford, we firmly believe in equal access and equal service under the law for all individuals. Click the link to hear more about what our Family Law team leader Richard Hamilton has to say on the significance of inclusive legal frameworks.

Equal access for the LGBTQI+ community to family law services.

05/09/2022

Did you know that living with your partner could incur certain obligations if the law considers you to be in a "defacto" relationship?

Defacto relationships include both same-sex and heterosexual couples and can bring about almost the same legal rights and claims as marriage. Find out what they are here.

https://nevettfordlawyers.com.au/dating-cohabitating-and-defacto-when-it-comes-to-your-property-and-family-law-whats-the-difference/

14/05/2022

If you are getting separated or divorced, contact your bank and ensure that all joint accounts and home loans require dual signatures for withdrawals. It is also a good precaution to change all relevant passwords that give access to valuable or sensitive information.

For more separation and divorce tips, you can visit our website at https://nevettfordlawyers.com.au/resources/family-law/.

07/05/2022

If you have been the victim of domestic violence and you are experiencing continual harassment, an Intervention Order (IVO) should be considered. An IVO can restrain an ex-partner from contacting you, visiting your home or workplace, and stalking you. Children can also be included as ‘protected persons’ under an IVO.

Speak to the legal experts at Nevett Ford for more information on what you can do to protect yourself and your loved ones: https://nevettfordlawyers.com.au/contact/

03/05/2022

If you are getting separated or divorced and moving out of the family home, ensure you take all sentimental items with you in the first instance. This will avoid the prospect of your ex-partner withholding those items or disposing of them without your knowledge.

For more separation and divorce tips, you can visit our website at https://nevettfordlawyers.com.au/resources/family-law/.

26/04/2022

Family disputes can get complicated, and the legal terms used in family law can often make things more complex.

At Nevett Ford, we look to alleviate your stress in any difficult situation. We deal with the complex legal matters while breaking them down for better understanding.

Find out more here: https://nevettfordlawyers.com.au/complex-family-law/