Our Carnegie family lawyers offer clear, steady guidance to help you resolve parenting and property matters efficiently after separation or divorce, with a focus on certainty and forward planning.
Separation often creates uncertainty about entitlements, obligations, timelines, and next steps. Where property and financial arrangements are involved, clear guidance early on is critical. At Hamilton Thomas Lawyers, we help you take the next step with the right support behind you. With practical, strategic advice, you can reduce risk, make informed decisions about your future, and work toward a fair, enforceable resolution.
We understand the importance of protecting your future and reaching agreements that last. Our Carnegie family law team will guide you through property, financial, and parenting matters with a practical, structured approach, focusing on resolving matters through mediation and negotiation to reach an out-of-court settlement whenever possible.
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How we help
Practical, clear advice across all areas of family law — from first questions to final resolution.
Clear guidance through separation, protecting your rights and helping you plan your next chapter.
Strategic advice to secure a fair division of assets and protect what matters most to you.
Practical solutions focused on your children’s best interests while reducing conflict.
Advice on financial support obligations so you understand your entitlements clearly.
Structured negotiation to avoid unnecessary court and reduce stress wherever possible.
Legally binding agreements that formalise arrangements and provide long-term security.
Our people
40+ years combined family law experience. You speak to senior lawyers from your very first call.
Strict timeframes apply to family law matters, so it’s important to act early to protect your rights.
Marriage
You must apply for property orders within 12 months of your divorce becoming final.
De facto
Clear advice, honest costs, no surprises — from your very first call.
In limited circumstances, the Court may allow an extension of time, but this is not guaranteed. It is always safer to seek advice and take action within the relevant timeframes.
Getting started
Three simple steps to getting expert family lawyers on your side.
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Book your free discovery call
Meet our Carnegie team, discuss your situation and explore your options — no obligation, no jargon.
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Personalised strategy
We match you with the right lawyer and build a tailored plan around your goals and circumstances.
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Resolution & moving forward
We guide you to a fair outcome so you can move ahead with clarity and confidence.
You don’t have to handle separation alone. Speak with our Carnegie family lawyers for clear advice and support you can rely on.
Hamilton Thomas serves Melbourne’s bayside suburbs, including:
If you are unable to meet in person, please get in touch to organise a virtual appointment.
Even if you have already divided your bank accounts or furniture, the law does not consider the matter ‘closed’ until a formal legal agreement is in place. An informal split leaves the door open to future litigation, while formalising it closes the door to further claims.
Consent Orders are reviewed by the Court to ensure the split is just and equitable. A Binding Financial Agreement (BFA) is a private contract that doesn’t go through the Court but requires both parties to have independent legal advice to be valid.
Yes. Superannuation is treated as property in family law. It can be ‘split’ and transferred from one partner’s fund to the other’s. This is a complex area that requires specific wording in legal orders to be accepted by the superannuation fund trustees.
Both parties have a legal duty of disclosure. This means you must be honest about all financial interests. If someone hides assets, the court can overturn previous orders or penalise them. We can assist in uncovering the true asset pool through the formal disclosure process.
Serving Melbourne
Based in Carnegie. We see clients in person or online, whichever suits you.
