Family Law in South Australia
General information only. Every family is different — get advice for your situation.
In Summary — How We Help
- Separation, parenting arrangements and consent orders — explained in plain English.
- Transparent pricing with fixed-fee and staged options.
- Serving metropolitan Adelaide, the Mid North and Mid South of SA.
- Fast triage — initial consults typically available within 48 hours.
Where to start
If you’re unsure whether to formalise arrangements, we’ll map your options, the likely timelines and the documents you’ll need. For immediate, practical steps in the first month after separation, see Separation 101: first 30 days after separation in SA. For post-separation planning documents, including Wills, EPAs and ACDs, see how Wills & ACDs fit together.
Common family law pathways
Separation & parenting
Get a practical plan for parenting time, communication and decision-making. We aim to resolve early and avoid unnecessary conflict.
Consent orders
Turn agreements into formal, enforceable orders. We prepare the papers and explain each clause before you sign.
Property & finances
We gather key financials, identify the pool, consider contributions and future needs, and work toward a fair, workable outcome.
How we work
- Enquiry & triage: quick call to confirm fit and next steps.
- Initial advice: your goals, options and likely timelines.
- Documents: we prepare drafts; you review in plain English.
- Resolution & follow-up: we finalise, explain orders and outline what’s next.
Pricing
Many matters are fixed-fee (for example, straightforward consent orders). Complex matters are staged with written estimates at each step.
FAQs
Do you work outside Adelaide?
Yes — we serve metropolitan Adelaide plus the Mid North and Mid South. We also meet by video.
Will we have to go to court?
Most matters resolve without a hearing. If court is required, we’ll explain the process and likely timeframes.
What if we’ve already agreed?
Great. We can formalise your agreement and prevent avoidable issues later.