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Hartley Family Law

Victoria family mediation

A more civil path through separation

Hartley Family Law takes a settlement-first approach to separation and family law matters. Find calm, practical guidance for your next step.

A civil path forward

Guidance focused on resolution

Hartley Family Law offers plain-language guidance and mediation, with settlement as the first aim. When possible, the firm helps families avoid courtroom battles.

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Focused family law

Family law support for what comes next

01

Mediation

Both partners are certified family mediators. The focus is on reaching a settlement where possible.

02

Parenting arrangements

Get support creating parenting arrangements and child support terms that work for your family.

03

Separation agreements

The firm prepares separation agreements, with fixed-fee packages available for uncontested matters.

04

Divorce and support

Get guidance with divorce, child and spousal support, and contested family law work.

A steady record

A steady record of resolution

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year Hartley Family Law was founded
2012
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What clients remember about the process

“They kept us out of court. Mediation was hard but civil, and my kids never had to hear their parents argue through lawyers.”

S. M.

“The fixed fee was the fixed fee. No surprises on the invoice, and every step was explained before it happened.”

Derek L.

“The first meeting was the first time in a year I felt like someone had a plan. Plain words, no drama.”

Anonymous client

Questions before your first meeting

Both partners are certified family mediators, and about 80% of matters resolve without a trial. Mediation can help you work toward a settlement without a courtroom battle.
Uncontested divorce and separation agreement packages have fixed fees. Contested work is billed hourly, with a written budget provided up front.
Yes. Evening consultations are available for working parents.
The first meeting is offered at a reduced flat rate.
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Serving Victoria families

Take the next step with clarity

Hartley Family Law helps Victoria families navigate family law matters. Evening consultations are available for working parents.

Mon–Fri

9am–5pm