Family Law

The outcomes of your family law matter will greatly affect your future life. Don’t rely on the opinions of family, friends and sites on the internet if your relationship is in jeopardy. Every situation is different. It makes good sense to consult with an experienced family lawyer to get an initial advice to help you decide how to resolve your parenting and/or property dispute. With over 25 years in the field and thousands of satisfied clients, Brendan can help.

Brendan Manning provides compassionate and practical legal advice to those with family law or relationship problems. When relationships are under stress, or completely break down, seeking professional advice early can be of immense assistance whether in the arena of finances or children. It frequently saves a lot of time, expense and stress.

Brendan’s famliy law expertise is extensive and includes skill such as:


  • Intial Advice based on a Client Meeting
  • Advice and preparation for mediation, including roundtable conferences and
    settlement negotiations
  • Referrals to mediators and counsellors
  • Children’s matters and custody arrangements
  • Identifying and valuing the matrimonial assets, including real estate, businesses
    and superannuation
  • Assessing property entitlements
  • Property disputes and settlements
  • Prenuptial and separation agreements
  • De-facto relationship agreements
  • Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders (ADVOs)
  • Appearances in the Family, Local and Federal Circuit Courts
  • Regional, interstate and overseas court appearances

Brendan provides his clients with alternatives to court proceedings wherever possible through mediation and negotiation. We can help you prepare for mediation to resolve your parenting and/or property matter. In the event court proceedings are unavoidable, documents can be professionally and promptly prepared and filed, and Brendan can advocate strongly on your behalf.

Due to his broad commercial background and postgraduate study (Master of Commercial Law, LLM), Brendan has a well-developed understanding of commercial issues, including complex business structures such as companies, trusts and family businesses. This helps him to effectively gauge the assets of a relationship, perform investigative procedures where necessary, and negotiate property settlements in very difficult situations. Brendan has also successfully conducted many matters concerning children and ADVOs with compassion and professionalism.

He and the team provide high-quality, responsive family law services, ensuring that you are advised of your legal rights and entitlements under the Family Law Act 1975 at every point of your matter.

At Manning Lawyers, we are mindful that legal costs are an important element in your decision to engage a lawyer. We are approachable and transparent when it comes to money conversations and urge you to read Our Costs page for more information, and to contact us if you have more questions

Importantly, Brendan is available after
hours when emergencies arise.

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