About Us
Newcastle Solicitors Specialising in Family Law and Mediation
At Gillard Family Lawyers, we are dedicated to providing expert legal advice and compassionate support to individuals and families across Newcastle, the Hunter and New South Wales. Based in Newcastle, our team is committed to guiding clients through the complexities of family law with professionalism, integrity, and care.
Our firm is led by Michelle Gillard, Director and Accredited Specialist in Family Law, who brings extensive experience and a client-focused approach to every matter. Our firm and Michelle have been consistently recognised in the prestigious Doyles guide as leading divorce lawyers in Newcastle and the Hunter Valley. Michelle is supported by a skilled team of solicitors and legal professionals. We pride ourselves on delivering tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of each client.
We understand that family law matters can be challenging and emotional. That is why we strive to offer clear communication, practical advice, and unwavering support throughout every stage of the legal process. Whether you are seeking assistance with parenting arrangements, property settlements, divorce, or any other family law issue, Gillard Family Lawyers is here to help.
Our commitment to excellence, confidentiality, and ethical practice ensures that our clients receive the highest standard of legal representation. We are passionate about achieving the best possible outcomes and empowering our clients to move forward with confidence.
If you would like to learn more about our team or the services we offer, please contact us to arrange a confidential initial consultation.
Solicitors in our Newcastle office can assist you with:
- Property Settlement.
- Parenting Arrangements.
- Negotiating and drafting of Consent Orders.
- Negotiating and drafting of Parenting Plans.
- Attending Mediation or Conciliation Conferences.
- Representing you at the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.
- Drafting of Initiating Applications, Responses and Affidavits.
- Child Support and appealing Child Support decisions.
- Family Law Recovery Orders, Locations Orders and Airport Watch List Orders.
- Urgent Family Law Injunctions in relation to property or children.
- Legal Aid Applications.
- Divorce Applications and Hearings.
- Applications for Spousal Maintenance.
- Applications for Sole Occupancy of the family home.
- Contravention applications and hearings.
- Acting as agents for other solicitors in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia in Newcastle.