Family Law

Family issues can be deeply personal and emotionally draining.

Encompass Legal provides clear, compassionate advice to help you navigate separation, parenting arrangements, and property settlements — with dignity and focus on the best outcome for you and your family.

  • Separation & Divorce

    We help you understand your options, rights and obligations following separation.

    Our guidance includes:

    - Divorce applications and timelines

    - Legal separation

    - Binding Financial Agreements

    - Advice on joint property and asset entitlements and division

    Speak to our family lawyers for compassionate, practical advice.

  • Parenting Arrangements

    Children come first. We assist parents in reaching workable agreements that focus on the child’s wellbeing.

    We are here to guide you through:

    - Parenting plans and consent orders

    - Relocation and travel matters

    - Dispute resolution and court representation

    Protect your child’s best interests — contact us for guidance today.

  • Property Settlements

    We ensure a fair and efficient division of assets after separation.

    Our services cover:

    - Negotiating financial settlements

    - Superannuation and trust interests

    - Consent orders and court applications

    Need help finalising a property settlement?
    Get clear, strategic advice from Encompass Legal.

  • Intervention Orders & Family Violence

    If you need protection from family violence or must respond to an order, we’ll support you through the process respectfully and efficiently.

    We assist with:

    - Applications for Personal Safety and Family Violence Intervention Orders

    - Representation at Magistrates’ Court

    - Advice on compliance and variation of orders

    Call us for confidential advice on intervention orders.

A Smarter, Flexible Way to Fund Your Family Law Matter

We understand that when you’re navigating a separation or relationship property matter, the financial strain can sometimes stand in the way of getting the legal support you need. That’s why we’ve partnered with JustFund - Australia’s only dedicated provider of flexible funding solutions for family law legal fees.

Through this partnership, eligible clients can access a flexible line of credit to cover legal fees and expenses related to separation or relationship property proceedings. You don't have to repay the loan until you reach a settlement, which we hope reduces the stress associated with paying costs upfront.

Contact us for more information, or visit JustFund.com.au

Family Counselling Services

Navigating family law issues can be stressful and may cause significant anxiety. In order to allow individuals and couples to better navigate and cope with the situation, we work closely with counsellor Ms Mariane Fernando.

Mariane is a highly accomplished counsellor with many years of experience in the field. She is a member of the Australian Counselling Association and Victorian Counsellors Inc. Mariane provides counselling to adults, couples, and families across a range of diverse settings.

Mariane is dedicated and passionate about collaborating with her clients to develop effective strategies tailored to their needs. She considers counselling an opportunity to create meaningful change. By delving into areas of concern and uncovering the core issues and their impacts, Mariane helps her clients establish the conditions necessary for positive change and growth. Through this approach, each counselling session is a positive and uplifting experience. Mariane is devoted to assisting clients in discovering new methods to navigate life's challenges.

Contact us for more information, or visit Mariane Fernando’s website