Family Law & Family Violence Law
01. Family Law Advice & Strategy Appointment
When a relationship ends, it is vital that you swiftly receive advice from an experienced family lawyer who can provide advice tailored to your individual circumstances.
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At an Family Law Advice & Strategy Appointment at OFRM you will meet with one of our family lawyers (your choice of who) for 45 minutes to an hour. During that time, the lawyer will take the time to understand your particular circumstances, what issues are particularly worrying you and what are your priorities.
Our family lawyer will then use their knowledge and expertise to advise you of what would be a likely outcome in your family law matter and the best way of achieving the right result for you as easily, quickly and inexpensively as possible. This includes explaining the options to you and devising with you what would be the best next steps.
In that Family Law Advice & Strategy Appointment we will also discuss with you the likely costs, options available for the payment and agree with you what needs to be done immediately. Often, it will be a matter of you considering that advice though sometimes immediate steps need to be taken to protect your position.
The fee of $495 for that Family Law Advice & Strategy Appointment includes our lawyer meeting with you and then providing written confirmation to you of the matters discussed, including next steps. It is payable on the day.
02. Family Violence
If you need representation in court or just advice regarding being an applicant or respondent for an intervention order or personal safety order, simply make an appointment with Tom Wolff.
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OFRM can provide advice and assistance to you in family violence matters including:
General advice about family violence and its relationship with family law and intervention orders
Representation at court in intervention order matters
Advice to family members and friends assisting those effected by family violence
Advice and representation in family law property and children’s matters where family violence is an issue
Advice on how intervention orders intersect with family law children’s orders and property settlements
Advice on the pathways available for working out arrangements for children when there is family violence
Advice and representation on family law orders that may be useful where there is family violence like orders for sole use and occupation of the home, urgent child support, urgent spousal maintenance, recovery orders, family law restraints including restraints against use of bank accounts, mortgage redraws
If you need assistance in these areas please phone 03 5445 1000 and speak to one of our family lawyers.
In addition, as recommended by www.ourwatch.org.au
“If you or someone you know is impacted by sexual assault, domestic, or family violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visit 1800RESPECT.org.au. In an emergency, call 000. For more information about a service in your state or local area download the DAISY App in the App Store or Google Play.”
The website familyviolence.courts.vic.gov.au is a new resource of the Magistrates Court of Victoria that provide vital information regarding intervention orders. It includes a “quick exit” button and advice about how to clear your browser history to protect your safety.
Still have questions?
Click here to view our Family Violence FAQ
Call us on 03 5445 1000 or visit our Family Violence FAQ where many common questions are answered.
Wills & Powers of Attorney
01. Initial Interview with a Lawyer
During an initial interview your lawyer will obtain your background history, your understanding of your assets and liabilities and provide advice to you as to what is required for the most effective will in your circumstances.
02. Initial Interview with Russell Robertson
During the initial interview with our Accredited Specialist Russell Robertson will work with you to understand your particular circumstances, your assets and general financial circumstances, and what are the things you believe are important for your will. With that information Russell will be able to guide you to make the decisions for your will including who should be your executor.
03. Signing Appointment
Once you're happy with your draft Will & Powers of Attorney you can make an appointment to sign them in the presence of your lawyer. We will have everything ready for you on the day.
Estates & Probate
01. Estates & Probate Initial Appointment
When death casts its shadow, you want to be guided empathetically and sensitively through the steps that need to be taken to deal with the Estate of your loved one.
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In most cases, an Estate is about understanding the legal implications of the will and wishes of the deceased person and implementing them. OFRM can guide you through that process meaning you can look after the other things like remembering your loved one.
Sadly sometimes an estate can bring out issues that need to be resolved. At OFRM we can assist you in resolving such matters, whether through timely advice, negotiation, mediation or litigation in the courts.
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No need to worry about any of the details of your will before you meet with your OFRM lawyer, we will guide you through the process in that first appointment, helping you make the right decisions for your will and your family.
By the end of that meeting you will have a clear picture of what you want for your will & estate and we will be able to work with you to swiftly prepare and have you sign those important documents.
Conveyancing & Property Law
01. Ready to Sell?
Ready to sell and move on? Our lawyers can help you prepare all necessary documentation for a quick sale.
02. Purchasing?
If you are in the market to purchase a new property in Bendigo, Central Victoria indeed anywhere in Victoria our conveyancing team is ready to make this important purchase as simple as possible.
Business Law
01. Assisting your Business
At OFRM, we take pride in assisting you on your business journey.
Book an appointment with one of our business lawyers. You can find more details of the areas in which they can assist you and your business on our Business Law page.