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Family & Divorce Law

Legal support for you and your family

Family-related legal matters can be some of the most challenging situations you may face.
We offer professional and compassionate legal support to individuals and families across a range of family law matters. Having the right legal guidance can help you understand your rights and make informed decisions.

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Divorce

Divorce involves decisions around the division of assets, maintenance, and the care of children that need to be carefully considered and properly resolved. We focus on finding practical solutions with as little conflict as possible, and where an agreement cannot be reached, we assist with the appropriate legal and court processes.
  • Uncontested divorces
  • Contested divorces
  • Drafting and negotiating settlement agreements
  • Divorce mediation support
  • High Court and Regional Court divorce proceedings

Children & Parental Rights

Matters involving children require careful consideration of their best interests as well as the rights and responsibilities of their parents. Whether parents are working towards an agreement or require legal intervention, we can provide guidance on the appropriate steps to take.
  • Custody and visitation
  • Parenting plans
  • Parental rights and responsibilities
  • Relocation of a child
  • Family Advocate involvement
  • Urgent applications involving children

Maintenance & Financial Support

Financial support can become a significant concern when a marriage ends. We assist clients with legal matters relating to both child and spousal maintenance. We can assist you in understanding your legal position and the options available when seeking, enforcing or challenging a maintenance arrangement.
  • Child maintenance claims
  • Spousal maintenance
  • Maintenance Court applications
  • Enforcement of maintenance orders
  • Variation of maintenance orders

Protection Orders

If you are experiencing domestic violence, harassment or another situation where legal protection may be required, it is important to understand the legal remedies available to you. Where urgent legal intervention is required, we can advise you on the appropriate process and assist with the necessary court proceedings.
  • Protection orders relating to domestic violence
  • Harassment applications
  • Breach of protection order proceedings
  • Urgent court applications for protection

Division of Matrimonial Assets

The financial consequences of divorce can be complex, particularly where substantial assets, shared property or pension interests are involved. We can help you understand the financial implications of your marriage regime and provide legal guidance regarding the division of assets
  • Division of matrimonial assets
  • Accrual system calculations
  • Disputes relating to joint estates
  • Pension interest claims
  • Forfeiture of benefits

Family Court Applications

Family law matters may require formal court intervention, particularly where urgent relief is needed or the parties cannot reach an agreement with other forms of dispute resolution. Our team can advise you on the appropriate legal process and represent your interests in the relevant proceedings.
  • Rule 43 applications for interim relief
  • Urgent applications in family matters
  • Enforcement of court orders
  • Variation of court orders
  • Opposed motion proceedings

Practical legal support when it matters most

Family law matters can have lasting consequences for you, your children and your financial future. Understanding your rights and obtaining appropriate legal advice can help you approach the situation with greater clarity and confidence.

At Van Blerk Law, we combine professional legal expertise with a personal approach. If you are dealing with a divorce, child-related matter, maintenance dispute or another family law issue, you do not have to navigate the legal process alone.

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