Family Lawyers in Warren
Practical, respectful family law advice for Warren families. ALA Law’s family lawyers help with divorce, parenting arrangements, property settlements and child support, by phone and video, with in-person appointments in Dubbo and at our Orange office.
- Accredited Family Law Specialists
- Phone & video appointments
- Confidential & respectful
Expert advice without leaving Warren
Most of our Warren clients never need to travel to see us. Phone and video appointments, secure online document sharing and regular updates make it easy to get advice from home or the farm.
Warren family lawyers who understand life on the land
Family law matters in the Warren district often involve more than the family home. Cotton, cropping and grazing operations, water entitlements, machinery and family trusts can all form part of the property pool. We help you understand how they’re likely to be treated and look for workable solutions.
We act for families in Warren, Nevertire, Collie and the surrounding district, and we’re just as focused on helping parents agree on arrangements that put the children first.
Our team is led locally by Special Counsel Julie Vass and backed by ALA Law’s Accredited Family Law Specialists, giving you experienced advice on even complex rural matters.
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 Warren clients
Family law services for Warren 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.
Family law and the courts near Warren
The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia deals with divorce, parenting and property matters from Warren, with the nearest registry in Dubbo. You can file most documents online through the Commonwealth Courts Portal, and the Court now holds many hearings by video.
Warren Local Court sits on set days, and Dubbo Court handles its enquiries. It deals with apprehended domestic violence orders and, on Local Court sitting days, Children’s Court matters.
Warren Local Court
174 Dubbo Street, Warren. Sits on set days each month, 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.
Trusts & rural entities
Family trusts, companies and partnerships are common in farming families. We help you work out how they fit into a property settlement.
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.
Family law matters we help Warren clients with
Tailored advice for families and farming businesses across the district.
- Property settlements involving farms, water entitlements and family trusts
- Parenting plans and parenting orders
- Separation and divorce applications
- Child support and spousal maintenance
- Binding financial agreements to protect family assets
- Consent orders to formalise your agreement
Working with our Warren 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 Warren, 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 Warren. 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. Warren 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.”
CarlyQuestions for our Warren family lawyers
Do I need to travel to see a family lawyer?
Not necessarily. Most of our Warren 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.
Are family trusts included in a property settlement?
They can be. Depending on who controls the trust and how it has been used, trust assets may be treated as property of a party or as a financial resource. Every trust is different, so specialist advice is important. We can review the trust deed and explain where you stand.
Where is the nearest Family Court to Warren?
The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia’s nearest registry is in Dubbo, with circuit sittings also held in Orange. You can file most documents online, and the Court holds many hearings by video.
Is there a time limit for a property settlement?
Yes. Married couples generally have 12 months from the date their divorce becomes final, and de facto couples have two years from separation. After that you need the Court’s permission, so it’s best to get advice early.
How long after separation can I get a divorce?
You must be separated for at least 12 months before applying for a divorce. You can be separated while still living under the same roof, but you’ll need extra evidence. If you’ve been married for less than two years, you’ll usually need to attend counselling first or get the Court’s permission.
Do I have to go to court to sort out my family law matter?
Usually not. We resolve most matters through negotiation, mediation or collaborative law, and consent orders can make the agreement legally binding. Court is a last resort, but if it’s needed we’ll be standing firmly in your corner.
Talk to a family lawyer for Warren today
Book a confidential phone, video or in-person appointment with our Warren family lawyers. We’ll listen, explain your options and help you take the next step with confidence.