Dairam & AssociatesAttorneys-at-Law

Family and Matrimonial Matters

Divorce, arrangements for children, maintenance, and the legal questions that arise within families.

Understanding the matter

A change in family circumstances can raise several legal questions at once. These may concern the end of a marriage, financial arrangements, property, or the care of children. Each issue needs to be considered in the context of the family's circumstances.

Understanding the existing arrangements, relevant documents, and any court proceedings provides a starting point for discussing the matter. Where an order is already in place, its terms are an important part of that discussion.

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Matters within this area

  • Divorce and matrimonial proceedings
  • Arrangements concerning children
  • Maintenance and financial matters
  • Questions about existing family court orders

Preparing for a discussion

  • A brief account of the family circumstances and important dates
  • Relevant certificates, agreements, and court orders
  • Financial records relevant to the questions you wish to discuss
  • Details of any scheduled hearing or documents recently received

Common questions

What should I bring to a discussion about a family matter?

Bring the documents you already have, including relevant certificates, agreements, correspondence, and court orders. A short timeline and a list of your questions can help organise the discussion. The documents needed will depend on the issue.

Is an existing agreement or court order relevant?

Yes. Bring a complete copy of any agreement or order, together with information about what has happened since it was made. Its terms and the circumstances will need to be considered before advice can be given about the next step.

Every matter has a starting point.

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