Separation without Court
Marguerite Picard - Family Lawyer

I aim to help you and your family to separate with respect and dignity, and to reach agreements that meet the needs of all of your family, without going to Court.

My approach is to reduce the level of conflict and to do no harm. The way I practise has come about from years of experience, seeing the harm that can come from the adversarial legal system and a belief that the best people to make decisions for your family after separation are you and your partner

I understand that listening to you and hearing your story is important and necessary to reach a good settlement.

I work with you in Collaboration and Mediation. You will be supported by me as your legal advisor and you can access support from a child specialist, a psychologist and a financial planner. This team of professionals can be engaged as needed to help your family to achieve the best outcome.

I am an Accredited Family Law specialist, a Collaborative Lawyer and a Mediator. I have been in practice for more than twenty five years. I have worked in trials and negotiations, in cases involving large and complex property and superannuation, as well as with people who have few assets. I have worked in many cases where parents were in conflict about arrangements for their children. I no longer go to Court.