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Steady advice for separation and parenting
Hale & Partners helps Adelaide families separate and parent well, with accredited specialists and fixed fees where we can.
- Accredited specialists
- Fixed fees where we can
- First consultation no charge
Accredited specialists
Recognised family law specialists in Adelaide
Family law services
What family law covers
Separation, parenting and property matters, handled with clear steps and plain advice.
Separation & property
Advice on separating fairly, including dividing property and finances between you and your former partner.
Parenting arrangements
Parenting plans and consent orders that focus on your children's needs and put clear terms in writing.
Mediation
A mediated path to agreement on parenting or property, keeping matters out of court where possible.
How it runs
From first call to resolution
A clear path through your matter, with no charge for the first step.
30 minutes
No charge
Step 1First consultation
You meet with an accredited family law specialist to talk through your situation and get clear, practical options. There is no charge for this first meeting.
- Step 2
Advice and options
We set out the law as it applies to your matter, the paths available — negotiation, mediation or court — and what each one involves for you.
- Step 3
Mediation or negotiation
Where appropriate, we work towards agreement through mediation or direct negotiation, aiming to resolve matters without going to court.
Agree terms without going to court
- Step 4
Formalise the outcome
Once terms are agreed, we prepare consent orders or a parenting plan, so the agreement is clear, in writing and enforceable.
Why Hale & Partners
Built on clear advice
Accredited specialists
Family law specialists recognised for their expertise
Fixed-fee conveyancing
Clear costs agreed upfront for property matters
Free first consultation
30 minutes, no charge, to talk through your matter
Based in Adelaide
Pirie Street office serving Adelaide families
Common questions
Family law, explained
Straight answers to what Adelaide families ask us most.
Still deciding what to do?
Call our Pirie Street office or book a free 30-minute consultation.
Do you charge for the first meeting?
No. Your first consultation runs for 30 minutes at no charge, so you can talk through your situation and understand your options before deciding how to proceed.
Is Hale & Partners accredited in family law?
Yes. Catherine Hale, our principal, is an accredited family law specialist, recognised for advanced knowledge and experience in this area.
Do we have to go to court?
Not always. Many separation and parenting matters are resolved through mediation or negotiation. Court proceedings are a last resort when agreement isn't possible.
What does mediation involve?
Mediation brings both parties together with a mediator to work towards agreement on parenting or property matters, without the cost and delay of court.
Can you help with parenting arrangements only?
Yes. We advise on parenting plans and consent orders, whether or not property or finances are also part of your matter.
How are your fees structured?
We set fixed fees where we can, and explain the basis of costs clearly before any work begins.
Other services
Support beyond family law
Hale & Partners also helps with wills, property and mediation.
Property and conveyancing
Fixed-fee conveyancing for Adelaide home buyers and sellers.
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Next step
Talk to an accredited family lawyer
Book your free 30-minute consultation with Hale & Partners in Adelaide.