BRISBANE FAMILY AND DIVORCE LAWYERS
Separation or divorce can be one of the most challenging times of your life. It often brings emotional stress, legal complexities, and important decision making that can impact your future.
At Ramsden Family Law, our leading Brisbane family and divorce lawyers are here to support you every step of the way. We provide clear, practical legal advice tailored to your specific situation, helping you understand your rights, entitlements, and options from the beginning.
To help you take the first step, we offer a free 30-minute initial consultation.
Our team includes 16 highly qualified family lawyers, including 5 Law Society Accredited Specialists, all focused exclusively on family and divorce matters. We are proud to be consistently recognised by the prestigious Doyle’s Guide since 2016 as a leading family law firm.
Whether you are navigating property settlements, parenting arrangements, or more complex family law challenges, our Brisbane family lawyers are here to guide you with professionalism, empathy, and expert knowledge.
PRACTICE AREAS
HOW WE CAN HELP
As one of the top Brisbane family law firms, we have accredited family law specialists on our team who are dedicated to providing expert guidance and support, ensuring that your rights are protected, and your best interests are served throughout the legal process.
DIVORCE
We aim to make the divorce process as simple as possible by offering fixed fee applications from $800 plus GST, to reduce stress, expense and time.
LEARN MORE
CHILDREN & PARENTING
If you and your ex-partner cannot agree on the care arrangements for children, it is crucial that a decision is a decision must be made quickly.
LEARN MORE
PROPERTY DIVISION
If you are separating or thinking about it, it is important to get legal advice on dividing assets, debts, and superannuation.
LEARN MORE
SAME SEX RELATIONSHIPS
Under the Family Law Act same-sex and heterosexual couples have the same entitlements under the law, including the right to marry.
LEARN MORE
MEDIATION
In family law, mediation and dispute resolution are often the first step. Helping both parties talk through their separation with professional guidance.
LEARN MORE
FAMILY COURT REPRESENTATION
Going to court is a last resort. However, if you need assistance with court representation, our lawyers are dedicated to getting you results.
LEARN MORE
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
If you suspect that you and/or your children may be victims of violence, we are here to offer immediate advice to help reduce risk and protect your family.
LEARN MORE
BOOK YOUR FREE 30-MINUTE CONSULTATION WITH A BRISBANE FAMILY LAWYER
At Ramsden Family Law, we offer a free, confidential 30-minute consultation with one of our highly experienced family lawyers in Brisbane.
During your initial consultation, our lawyers will guide you through your next best steps and outline your options moving forward.
WHAT TO EXPECT AT YOUR INITIAL CONSULTATION
Your initial consultation with one of our experienced Brisbane family lawyers is completely confidential and can be conducted via phone, video call, or in person, whichever is most convenient for you.
This consultation typically lasts around 30 minutes. During this time, we will discuss your concerns, understand your goals, and provide clear guidance on how the family law process works. We will also outline what you can expect moving forward and give you an estimate of potential legal costs.
Our family lawyers are highly experienced at getting to the heart of your matter and clearly explaining your options in simple terms. By the end of your consultation, you will have a clear understanding of the next steps, the critical issues that require attention, and the most effective path forward.
Marius Eden
Marius Eden is a Partner, Accredited Family Law Specialist and Mediator. He has extensive experience navigating complex matters, including high-value settlements and offers a strategic approach.
Emmalene Roberts
Emmalene Roberts is Special Counsel with over 22 years of experience practicing exclusively in family law. She advocates for resolving unnecessary conflict and has a strong interest in early, cost-effective resolution.
Our experienced Brisbane family and divorce lawyers provide trusted legal advice on divorce, children and parenting, property division, same-sex and de facto relationships, mediation, family court representation, domestic violence, and more.
MEET OUR TEAM
OUR LAWYERS
With 16 experienced family lawyers, including 5 Law Society Accredited Specialists, Ramsden Family Law is recognised as a leading family law firm.
Nicole Schippani
Nicole Schippani is a family lawyer with over 6 years of legal experience. Nicole has successfully navigated various family law matters, including complex property matters, parenting matters, divorce, and maintenance.
Casandra Laurie
Casandra Laurie is an Associate with over a decade of experience in family law. She has particular expertise in matters involving children, divorce, de facto relationships, and property settlements.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT DO I NEED TO DO PRIOR TO MY CONSULTATION WITH A FAMILY LAWYER?
You will receive a confirmation email with the details of your allocated family lawyer, the scheduled date and time of your consultation, and a short pre-consultation questionnaire.
This questionnaire has been carefully designed by our experienced family law team to gather key information about your situation.
Your responses will help us to understand your circumstances more clearly and ensure we provide personalised legal advice to suit your needs.
WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER YOUR FREE INITIAL FAMILY LAW CONSULTATION
Following your free initial consultation with our experienced family lawyers, you will receive a summary outlining your next best steps and legal fees.
Upon request, we can offer a range of flexible payment options, including fixed fee pricing for services such as divorce applications, as well as monthly billing and event-based billing. If you have concerns about legal costs or are working within a specific budget, our team can work with you to create a customised plan.
OUR FEES
At Ramsden Family Law, we understand the financial challenges that can arise during legal proceedings. That is why we focus on working with you by:
- Offering fixed fee pricing for selected family law services, such as divorce applications
- Creating customised fee structures that align with your budget
- Providing a detailed breakdown of our legal fees during your free consultation with an experienced family lawyer
- Offering flexible payment options, including the ability to pay at the end
