Family Lawyers Maitland
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We have offices in Maitland and Newcastle.
Facing a family law challenge in Maitland? Hebblewhite Lawyers provides expert legal support throughout the Hunter Valley.
We understand the stress of relationship breakdowns and offer clear, professional guidance. Our experienced team is committed to achieving positive outcomes and delivering personalised representation.
With offices in Maitland and Newcastle, we are readily available to assist you. Contact us for a confidential discussion and take the first step towards a fresh start.
Our Maitland Family Law Services
We provide all family law services.
What our clients say
Testimonials
"Thank you to Montana and the Hebblewhite Lawyers team for their professionalism and understanding when dealing with my matter. Montana’s guidance and family law knowledge made my difficult circumstances much easier to navigate, and she was able to achieve the best outcome for me. I recommend Montana and the team 100%."
"I cannot speak highly enough of Sarah, Angela and the team at Hebblewhite Lawyers and the legal services they provided during an extremely challenging time in my life. From the very first consultation, Sarah demonstrated a remarkable level of professionalism, empathy, and expertise. Sarah’s attention to detail was exceptional, and she always kept me informed about any developments in my case. Her thorough understanding of family law and her ability to strategise effectively gave me confidence every step of the way.
I am incredibly grateful for Sarah’s dedication and hard work. Thanks to her expertise, we were able to achieve a positive resolution that was child focused. I would highly recommend Sarah to anyone in need of a compassionate and skilled family lawyer."
"Divorce is a stressful experience and having a legal representative who is attuned to your specific needs is a most valuable asset to have at this time.
Angela Hebblewhite and her team including Montana Rumore at Hebblewhite Lawyers specialise in Family Law matters and excel in this area of the law.
The team's empathetic, supportive, non judgemental and pragmatic approach to the hurdles to be vaulted are, in my experience, to be applauded. My recommendation of Hebblewhite Lawyers for Family Law matters is explicit."
"I highly recommend Hebblewhite Lawyers. Angela, Jess and Karen showed exceptional professionalism and expertise when they recently took over my property settlement case. After being with another firm for over 12 months, I changed to Hebblewhite Lawyers and Jess had it settled in 4 months. I thank them for their compassion and understanding in what was a very upsetting time for me."
"Sarah helped me through a complicated and difficult experience greatly. I appreciated her understanding, efficiency and transparency. Would recommend her if you need an amazing divorce lawyer."
Compassionate, Supportive, Dedicated.
#1 Family Lawyers in Maitland NSW
Hebblewhite is your experienced family lawyer, servicing the Newcastle and Hunter Region.
Our Maitland Family Lawyers can help you with a range of family law services including divorce, separation, child custody, parenting arrangements, consent orders, property settlement, mediation and more.
The Hebblewhite Difference - Maitland’s Choice
At Hebblewhite Lawyers, we understand family law matters are deeply personal. Our mission is to support you through challenging times with empathy and respect. We prioritise clear communication and honest fees, providing a transparent approach throughout your case.
Adapting our services to meet your evolving needs, we strive to provide innovative solutions to achieve cost-effective outcomes. Our experienced team is dedicated to exceeding your expectations and providing reliable and expert legal advice in Maitland. Trust us to guide you towards a positive resolution.
Our People
Our team members were handpicked based on their exceptional knowledge of family law.
You can learn more about them here.
FAQ
Yes, we charge a first consultation fee. But you can call us for a quick chat.
Hebblewhite Lawyers specialises in family law.
Services include:
Please contact us to book an appointment with an experienced family law solicitor.
We help clients throughout NSW. Including Newcastle, the Hunter Valley, Central Coast, Lake Macquarie, Forster and more.
Our family law firm has the best family lawyers in Maitland.
A few reasons why you should choose our Maitland Family Lawyers:
- Experienced
- Great results
- Great communication
- Specialised in family law
- Reasonable fees
No. In Australia, a divorce does not mean that assets are split 50/50. In fact, this is often not the case.
The Family Law Act 1975 requires the parties to consider many factors. Including:
- Each of the parties’ financial and non-financial contributions to the relationship.
- The length of the relationship.
- The future needs of the parties.
- The construction of the matrimonial asset pool.
- What is ‘just and equitable’.
Please contact us to speak with an experienced Divorce Lawyer. We can help you through the process of property settlement.
Examples of property can include:
- Your home
- Motor vehicles
- Shares
- Animals
- Cryptocurrency
- Investment properties
- Furniture
Related article: “Who gets what in a divorce?”
- Gifts or inheritance
- Lottery winnings
- Business ownership
- Redundancy payments
- Interests under a trust
Please contact us to book an appointment with an expert property settlement lawyer.
The court proceedings and court’s fee for filing a divorce application can be found here.
Please contact us so we can learn more about your circumstances. Then we can provide a costing estimate.
The Family Law Act 1975 is gender-neutral, and does not make assumptions about parenting roles.
When a family court is making a decision about a child, the court will make an order that is in the best interests of the child.
Many factors are considered. It’s often best to consult an expert child custody lawyer to find out how this may affect you.
If you live in Maitland or the wider Hunter Valley region, most family law matters are managed through the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, located in Newcastle.
Our Maitland family lawyers regularly appear in this court and are familiar with its procedures and expectations. We guide our clients through the whole process, from preparing documents to attending court hearings, ensuring you receive expert legal advice and strong local support every step of the way.
Separation can be a challenging time, but taking the right steps early can make a difference. Our Maitland family lawyers recommend documenting your assets and finances, arranging suitable parenting arrangements, and seeking expert legal advice to understand your rights. Speaking with an experienced family lawyer helps you move forward with confidence and ensures your interests are protected throughout the process.
If your former partner relocates with your children, it can significantly affect existing parenting arrangements. It’s important to get expert advice from a family law firm with experience in Hunter Valley and Maitland family law matters. Our legal team can help you apply for or respond to court orders to ensure your children’s best interests are upheld.
Families can access several support services, including Family Relationship Centres, counselling programs, and family mediation.
Mediation is often a valuable first step before court proceedings, allowing parents to reach consent orders that work for everyone involved. You can access family mediation through Hebblewhite Lawyers, or you can talk to our family lawyers, who can guide you towards trusted family law services that help reduce stress and encourage cooperative parenting.
Yes. Our family law firm has extensive experience managing property settlement matters involving rural holdings, farms, and lifestyle properties throughout the Hunter Valley. We understand the complexities of valuing and dividing rural assets and will ensure your property settlement achieves the best possible outcome.