Need a Family Lawyer in Cairns? You want to avoid costly court proceedings so that your dispute can be settled as quickly and affordably as possible.

Nardine Collier is a Family Law Attorney who has been practicing for over 26 years. She is a specialist in divorce and family law and has successfully handled hundreds of cases.

We know that money is tight, and that you want the best legal advice possible. This is why we offer affordable rates and flexible payment options.

Our services:

* Family law attorney
* Family Law Specialist
* Divorce Lawyer Cairns
Cairns Family Lawyers
* Arrangements for Children
* Separation & Divorce
* DIY Divorce
* Division of assets
Mediation
* Arbitration
* E-Consulting
* Advice

We look forward to speaking to you today.

Collier Family Lawyers Cairns Frequently Asked Questions.

When should I contact an attorney for family law? The sooner the better! We have people contact even us before they have separated for advice as to what they can do to start protecting assets in case it all goes pear shaped; or just to find out what they need to do. The sooner you get the advice you need, the sooner you can start getting on with what needs to be done to sort out your family law matters. We will discuss with you your situation and give you a list of things you need to consider and do to streamline the process.

Do I really need a Family lawyer? Can’t I just do it myself? You may be tempted to not get legal advice, thinking it is too expensive or not necessary. In the same way you wouldn’t think of building a house unless you had the expertise to do so, you run the risk of getting it wrong if you don’t get legal advice. This could be an expensive mistake!

You need to be sure that you are on track and know what could happen if you find yourself in front of a judge. You have to know when to choose your battles and not waste money and time arguing over something you will never get. You will need to understand the property settlement process and what your rights are. You need to know what legal steps have to be taken, and how to go about it.

Every case is different and just because your mate got a certain outcome doesn’t mean you will. There is also a lot of information out there and just like a medical issue you really shouldn’t self diagnose from Dr Google!! It is worth it, to outlay what is really only a small sum in the scheme of things, to get some good advice to get you started.

Can I save money on my legal fees? How can I manage my fees? YES! In the world of law, your time is our money. Most lawyers charge according to the time they spend in your file. The more time your lawyer spends working on your file, you will pay more.

At Collier Family Law, we know that money is tight and you want the best value for money. We will tell you to do some of the work yourself, as it will lower your fees.

You can also write your story. It could be therapeutic for you! If it is a property matter, you can get together all your financial records and prepare them to give to us. You can also fill out an automated letter that gives us all the information we need to give you advice. You doing this yourself will save at least an hour of time.

My clients can also save time by filling out documents in draft form and sending them to me for review. They can also do their own research, such as getting three quotes from an appraiser. The more you can do, the less I need to, which reduces your fees.

Remember that your Cairns Family Lawyers MUST give you an accurate estimate of fees when you first engage them and continue to do so throughout the duration of your case. Ask why this wasn’t discussed with you during your first appointment.

Is a consent order an easy process?
Yes it really is quite a simple process. It’s usually the hardest part to reach an agreement! Once you’ve reached an agreement, it is fairly straightforward to fill out a consent order application. There are two places where the ‘do it yourself’ person comes unstuck. There are two sections of the form that may require legal advice. Second, the consent order application must be accompanied with a minutes of order in which you state the orders that you want the court make. This is the part that does require some legal expertise in order to make sure the orders are worded correctly and you don’t miss things out.

Our service areas:

* Edmonton
* Bently Park
Mount Sheridan
* Earlville
* Manunda
* Cairns City
Edge Hill
* Wharf Street, Cairns QLD 4870
* Spence Street, Cairns QLD 4870
* Lake Street, Cairns QLD 4870
* Bunda Street Cairns QLD4870