Family Centred Law ~ Fees

We charge fixed fee* rates on most matters, however hourly rates are available if appropriate. Fixed fees are invoiced in equal amounts, over a period decided at your initial consultation with us. At your initial consultation we will discuss your circumstances and goals, then determine the right fee structure for you.

  • Standard Hourly Rate: $450

  • Weekend Hourly Rate: $550

  • Daily Rate (for Court / mediation appearances): $2,000

Some of our fixed fee options:

  • Divorce - with children under 18 yrs (includes telephone court appearance): $2,000

  • Divorce - no children under 18 yrs (court does not require an appearance): $1,500

  • Parenting Plan (when you already have an agreement and want it to be more formal): $3,000

  • Standard Will: $1,800

  • Standard Wills for a couple: $2,500

  • Enduring Power of Attorney or Appointment of Medical Treatment Decision Maker: $1,000 ea

Email or call us to discuss fixed fee options for other matters, including:

  • Drafting consent orders (where agreement has already been reached)

  • Negotiating consent orders (where there is no agreement)

  • Taking a matter to court

  • Life After Separation service - a supportive service where we guide you through your separation and then coach you in the beginning of a new, happy, healthy life. (Includes negotiating a settlement, drafting of documents, going to court (if necessary), Life & Separation Coaching and assisting with issues surrounding your separation (eg parenting during and after separation or engaging with mental health, drug and/or alcohol supports)

    * Fixed fee rates do not include court fees, travel expenses or other external costs which may be associated with your legal matter, unless otherwise stated. All charges are GST exclusive unless stated otherwise.