Family lawyers for Carnegie & Glen Eira
Clear, local help when your family situation changes.
Hamilton Thomas Lawyers provides compassionate family law support from our Carnegie office on Koornang Road. We help families across Glen Eira navigate separation, parenting arrangements, property settlements, and family violence matters with clarity and care.
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You don’t have to navigate this alone
If you are reading this, you are likely facing one of the hardest periods of your life. The questions that keep people awake at night are often the same:
“What happens with the kids now?”
“Am I going to lose the house or be left with nothing?”
“My partner is controlling; how do I protect myself?”
“We’ve agreed on most things; can someone just put it in proper legal form?”
When you contact us, you don’t need to have perfect answers, you just need to tell us what is happening.
In your free 30-minute consultation, we will:
Listen to your story
Explain your options under Victorian family law, including likely timeframes and costs.
Outline a practical strategy (whether that’s negotiation, mediation, or urgent court action if safety is an issue).
You walk away with:
A clear picture of where you stand.
The next two or three practical steps (not a generic brochure).
Peace of mind knowing you have a plan.
Ready to talk?
Book your free 30-minute consultation
Prefer to speak first? Call us directly on (03) 9067 5225 to schedule a time that suits your work schedule.
Family law issues we can help wit
Property Settlements
Worried about the mortgage, super or investments? We help you understand the property pool and work towards a fair settlement.
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Parenting Arrangements
Protect your relationship with your children. We draft practical parenting plans and consent orders that prioritise stability and minimise conflict.
Divorce Applications
We manage the divorce paperwork and process for you, so you can formally finalise the marriage and focus on what comes next.
Intervention Orders (IVOs)
If safety is an issue, we can give urgent advice about intervention orders and represent you at court, including Moorabbin and Dandenong.
De Facto Relationships
Living together but not married? You may have similar rights to a married couple when it comes to property and financial matters. We’ll check where you stand.
Child Support
We explain how child support is assessed, help you negotiate private agreements where appropriate, and advise on changes when circumstances shift.
Spousal Maintenance
If there’s a gap in income or earning capacity after separation, we advise on whether spousal maintenance is likely and help negotiate sensible arrangements.
Wills & Estates
Separation is a key time to review your will and powers of attorney. We update your estate plan so it reflects your new circumstances and protects your assets.
Why Glen Eira Families Choose Us
We Are Local:
Walk into our office at 59 Koornang Road. No city traffic, no intimidating towers. Just real people ready to help.
We Know the System:
We regularly appear at the Dandenong Registry (where many local matters are heard) and the Moorabbin Justice Centre.
We Focus on Resolution:
We fight hard when necessary, but our goal is to keep you out of court and save you money.
Award-Winning Client Care:
We are proud winners of the Best Emerging Family Law Firm (Melbourne) and the APAC Client Service Excellence Award 2022.
Local Court & Legal Logistics for Carnegie Residents
One of the most common questions we get is, "Do I have to go to the city for court?"
For families living in Carnegie (3163) and the wider Glen Eira area, the answer is often "no." The legal landscape here is distinct from the CBD.
1. The Federal Circuit and Family Court (Dandenong Registry)
While many assume all divorces go through the Melbourne Registry at William Street, matters for residents in the southeast corridor are often listed at the Dandenong Registry.
Why this matters: The Dandenong registry has its own specific lists and procedural nuances.
Our Role: We appear regularly at Dandenong. We can advise you on whether your matter is likely to be heard there or in Melbourne, and we can manage the entire preparation process from our Carnegie office to save you travel time.
2. Intervention Orders at Moorabbin Justice Centre
If your matter involves urgent safety concerns or Family Violence Intervention Orders (IVOs), these are typically heard at the Moorabbin Justice Centre on the Nepean Highway.
Our Role: We assist clients with urgent applications and representation at Moorabbin, ensuring you have a lawyer by your side who is familiar with the local Magistrates and support services.
3. Local Safety Resources
For immediate safety breaches or reporting incidents within the Carnegie area, your primary point of contact is often the Caulfield Police Station or Malvern Police Station. We can liaise with police on your behalf regarding breaches of safety orders.
4. Preparing Your Case Locally
You do not need to figure out "which court" alone.
We prepare all documents with you locally (in person at 59 Koornang Road or by video).
We manage the filing with the correct registry.
We represent you at court (whether Dandenong, Moora
Your visit to our Carnegie office
Address
Hamilton Thomas Lawyers
59 Koornang Road
Carnegie VIC 3163
We’re:
A short walk from Carnegie Station and Koornang Road shops
Accessible for locals in Murrumbeena, Glen Huntly, Ormond, Caulfield East, Malvern East and Bentleigh East
Available for face-to-face appointments and online consultations via Microsoft Teams or Zoom if getting away from work or kids is difficult.
We also support the local community with free document certification each Thursday from 10am–1pm at the Carnegie office (note: this doesn’t include legal advice on the documents being certified).
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Common Questions from Carnegie Residents
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In many cases, family law matters for people living in Carnegie are listed at the Dandenong registry of the Federal Circuit and Family Court. Some matters are filed in the Melbourne registry instead. We can advise you where your specific case should be started and represent you at either location.
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Not necessarily; the goal is often to retain the family home if financially viable. In many property settlements, especially in family-focused suburbs like Carnegie and Murrumbeena, we look for solutions where one party "buys out" the other to maintain stability for the children. We can help you value the property and negotiate a settlement that prioritises keeping a roof over your head.
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No, we assist families across the entire Glen Eira and Stonnington region. While our office is on Koornang Road, many of our clients come from Malvern East, Ormond, Glen Huntly, and Bentleigh. They choose us because visiting a local specialist is often more convenient and personal than navigating traffic to see a lawyer in the CBD.
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We can act immediately to secure your safety. For residents in the Glen Eira area, applications for Family Violence Intervention Orders are typically heard at the Moorabbin Justice Centre. We can assist you with the urgent application and represent you in court to ensure you and your children are protected.
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We prioritise transparency and offer fixed fees where possible. For standard matters like Divorce Applications or Consent Orders, we can provide a set price. For complex disputes, we offer a clear roadmap of likely costs in your free 30-minute consultation, so you’re not hit with unexpected bills.
Ready to Find a Way Forward?
If you’re in Carnegie or the surrounding Glen Eira suburbs and need advice about separation, parenting, property, child support, de facto issues or family violence, we’re here to help.
Call our Carnegie office on (03) 9067 5225
Or book your free 30-minute consultation online
Or visit us at 59 Koornang Road, Carnegie VIC 3163
The sooner you get legal advice, the more options you have.
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