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Free 15 Minute Call With a Mornington Peninsula Family Lawyer
Get clear advice on separation, property settlement and parenting arrangements from the Lardners family law team in Mount Eliza. You'll know your options and what it will cost before any work begins.
★ 4.9 from 80+ Google reviews
Just Fund accredited, so legal funding may be available
Written cost agreement before any work starts
In person, phone or video
Book Your Free Discovery Call
Start With a Free 15 Minute Call
Tell us what's happening and we'll tell you where you stand. If we're the right fit, we'll explain your options, the likely next steps and the cost in writing before any work begins. There's no obligation to go ahead.
Free 15 minute call: No cost and no obligation
Just Fund accredited: Legal funding may be available
Flexible appointments: In person, phone or video
Your Lardners Family Law Team
Led by Principal Andrea Griffiths, our family law team brings over 40 years of local legal experience to every matter.
Andrea Griffiths
Principal
Elisabeth Van Der Zypp
Solicitor
Raya Aridi-Ballout
Solicitor
Tammy Murphy
Practice Manager
Tania Nestoriwskyj
Wills and Conveyancing Clerk
Leanne Thomson
Head Conveyancer
Helen Lee
Conveyancer
Why Mornington Peninsula Families
Choose Lardners
Know the Cost Before You Commit
You get a written cost agreement before any work begins, with payment arrangements to suit your situation. There are no surprise bills.
Property Settlements Handled In House
If your separation involves the family home, we handle the settlement and the property transfer here. Nothing gets handed off to another firm.
Legal Funding Available
Lardners is Just Fund accredited, so you may be able to access legal funding and not pay all your costs upfront. Ask us on your free call.
Appointments That Suit You
Meet us at our Mount Eliza office, or talk by phone or video call. We work around your schedule.
Straight Answers
We tell you where you stand, what your realistic options are, and how long things are likely to take.
Family Law Services at Lardners Solicitors
We guide individuals and families through some of life's most difficult legal situations — with honesty, compassion, and a focus on practical solutions that work for you and your family.
Separation & Divorce
Understand your rights and your options before you make any decisions.
Property Settlements
Divide the house, assets and superannuation fairly, and get the paperwork done properly.
Parenting Arrangements
Parenting plans, consent orders and living arrangements that put your children first.
Financial Agreements
Binding agreements that protect your assets before, during or after a relationship.
Family Violence
Confidential advice on intervention orders and your safety. We'll contact you only in the way you choose.
Dispute Resolution
Resolve your matter through negotiation and mediation, without the cost of court where possible.
What Our Clients Say
Over the past few years we have used Lardners to deal with my parents' Wills and Probates. Everything went quite smoothly and it was always very easy dealing with Mariah, Chris, Liz & Andrea. It was nice dealing with a suburban, family based business.
David McLennan
Liz and her team made me feel at ease and encouraged me to question if I had any queries. They were very helpful and that’s why I suggested to both my daughters to seek their advice when making a will. I definitely recommend Lardners Solicitors. From Yvonne Reed.
Yvonne Reed
We have just sold and bought a house and had the pleasure of dealing with Lardners for the conveyancing. Leanne and Helen were there for us from start to finish and kept us fully informed at each step of the way. We highly recommend them for their professional and friendly service.
Martin Cochrane
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a family law consultation cost at Lardners?
The first 15 minute discovery call is free. If you go ahead, you'll get a written cost agreement before any work begins, so you know exactly what to expect.
What is Just Fund?
Just Fund is a legal funding service that may let eligible clients get legal representation without paying all their costs upfront. Lardners is Just Fund accredited, and we can talk through whether it applies to you on your free call.
What family law matters do you handle?
We handle separation and divorce, property settlements, parenting arrangements, binding financial agreements, family violence and dispute resolution.
Do I have to come into the office?
No. You can meet us in person at our Mount Eliza office, or by phone or video call.
How long will my matter take?
It depends on how complex it is and whether agreement can be reached without court. We'll give you an honest estimate at your first consultation.
Is what I tell you confidential?
Yes. Everything you discuss with our solicitors is protected by legal professional privilege and kept strictly confidential.
Find Out Where You Stand Today
Book your free 15 minute call with a family lawyer. It's confidential, with no cost and no obligation. Legal funding may be available.
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