Family Lawyers in Gilgandra
Separation is never easy, especially in a close-knit country community. ALA Law’s family lawyers give Gilgandra families confidential, practical advice on divorce, parenting arrangements, property settlements and child support, by phone, by video or in person.
- Accredited Family Law Specialists
- Phone & video appointments
- Confidential & respectful
Confidential advice for Gilgandra families
In a small town, privacy matters. Phone and video appointments mean you can get advice discreetly, from home or work. When you’d like to meet face to face, we see clients by appointment in Dubbo and at our Orange office.
Gilgandra family lawyers you can talk to
We know it can be hard to take the first step. Our lawyers listen without judgement, explain your options in plain English and help you decide what to do next, at your own pace.
We act for families in Gilgandra and surrounding communities, including Tooraweenah and Armatree, on everything from straightforward divorces to complex property settlements involving farms and businesses.
Led locally by Special Counsel Julie Vass and backed by ALA Law’s Accredited Family Law Specialists, our team looks for practical, out-of-court solutions wherever possible.
Contact ALA Law
- Orange: by appointment only
- Dubbo: by appointment only
- 1300 ALA LAW (1300 252 529)
- reception@alalaw.com.au
- Phone & video appointments for Gilgandra clients
Family law services for Gilgandra clients
Choose an area below to learn more. Not sure where your situation fits? Call us and we’ll point you in the right direction.
Separation & divorce
Clear guidance through separation and your divorce application, handled with respect.
Children & parenting
Parenting plans and orders that put your children’s wellbeing first.
Property settlement
A fair division of property, farms, businesses, super and finances.
Child support
Advice on Services Australia assessments and private child support agreements.
Collaborative family law
Resolve complex matters privately, respectfully and without going to court.
Mediation & dispute resolution
Reach agreement faster, with less conflict and lower cost.
Courts that deal with family matters near Gilgandra
The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia deals with family law matters from Gilgandra. The nearest registry is in Dubbo, and you can file most documents online through the Commonwealth Courts Portal.
Gilgandra Local Court opens on court days, and Dubbo Court handles its enquiries. It deals with apprehended domestic violence orders and, on Local Court sitting days, Children’s Court matters.
Gilgandra Local Court
10 Myrtle Street, Gilgandra. Open on court days, with enquiries handled through Dubbo Court.
Federal Circuit and Family Court – Dubbo
The nearest registry for divorce, parenting and property applications, with circuit sittings also held in Orange.
Family dispute resolution
Before applying for parenting orders, most parents must try mediation. It can often be done by phone or video, so you may not need to travel.
Court sitting days and registry hours change from time to time. Check the court’s website before you attend, or ask us and we’ll confirm the details for you.
How we help Gilgandra families
Whatever your situation, we’ll help you understand your options and plan the next step.
- Separation and divorce applications
- Parenting plans and parenting orders
- Relocation and long-distance parenting arrangements
- Property settlement, including farms and small businesses
- Child support and spousal maintenance
- Consent orders and binding financial agreements
Working with our Gilgandra family lawyers
Call or request a call back
Tell us a little about your situation. We’ll explain how we can help and what happens next.
Meet your lawyer
Choose a phone or video appointment from Gilgandra, or meet us in person in Orange or Dubbo by appointment.
Get a clear plan
We’ll explain your options, likely outcomes and costs, and agree on a strategy that suits you.
Resolve your matter
We negotiate, mediate and, only if needed, go to court, keeping you updated at every step.
Meet Julie Vass
Julie leads our family law work for clients across Orange and the Central West, including Gilgandra. Admitted as a solicitor in New South Wales in 1998, she brings more than 25 years’ experience across all areas of family law, with particular skill in dispute resolution and arbitration.
Julie is supported by ALA Law’s family law Partners Amanda Little, Rosemary Aloisio and Bernadette Melhem, each an Accredited Specialist in Family Law. Gilgandra clients get the depth of a large specialist team with the personal attention of a local lawyer.
What our clients say
“Did a great job working through all the matters in my case. Advice was awesome always making sure I was kept up to date. So glad I chose such a good office.”
Ely“The girls were great and (did) everything I asked of them and more I would highly recommend.”
Jason“Very professional and knowledgeable….. highly recommend.”
CarlyFamily law questions from Gilgandra clients
Do I need to travel to see a family lawyer?
Not necessarily. Most of our Gilgandra clients meet with us by phone or video, and we share and review documents securely online. If you’d prefer to meet face to face, we see clients in Orange and Dubbo, by appointment only.
Where is the nearest Family Court to Gilgandra?
The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia’s nearest registry is in Dubbo, and the Court also holds circuit sittings in Orange. Many hearings are now held by video, which can save a long drive.
Can I move away with the children after separation?
If the other parent doesn’t agree, you may need a court order before relocating with the children. The Court considers what is in the children’s best interests, including their relationship with both parents. Get advice before you move.
Is there a 50/50 custody rule in Australia?
No. The law doesn’t start from a 50/50 rule. The Court’s focus is what is in the child’s best interests, including their safety and their relationship with each parent. Many families agree on shared arrangements that work for them, and we can help you reach one.
Do grandparents have rights to see their grandchildren?
Grandparents can apply to the Court for parenting orders, and the law recognises that children can benefit from a relationship with their grandparents. The Court’s focus is always the child’s best interests. We can help you explore agreement first.
How much does a family lawyer cost?
It depends on the complexity of your matter and how it is resolved. We’ll be upfront and transparent about costs from the start, and we’ll look for practical ways to keep them down, such as resolving matters by agreement rather than in court.
Talk to a family lawyer for Gilgandra today
Book a confidential phone, video or in-person appointment with our Gilgandra family lawyers. We’ll listen, explain your options and help you take the next step with confidence.