Jones Hardy Law

Western Sydney

Family Lawyer Parramatta

If you are separating or need help with a family law matter in Parramatta or Western Sydney, our family lawyers can explain your options and the next steps, and represent you at the Parramatta registry of the Federal Circuit and Family Court.

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  • Serving Parramatta & Western Sydney
  • Federal Circuit and Family Court, Parramatta
  • Meet Us in Person in Harris Park
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Family Law Advice and Representation in Parramatta

Separation affects your children, your home and your finances, often all at once. Our Parramatta family lawyers help you understand where you stand under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) and what you can do next, whether you hope to reach an agreement or need to go to court.

Adam Jones, one of the firm’s principals, has more than a decade of experience in family law. You can meet our team at our Harris Park office, close to the Federal Circuit and Family Court’s Parramatta registry, and we also act in family law matters in other states.

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Separating in Western Sydney? Get Advice Early

Early advice helps you avoid decisions that are hard to undo later. We explain how the law approaches parenting arrangements and property, the time limits that apply, and the documents you will need.

Many matters settle without a final hearing. We help you prepare for family dispute resolution and mediation, negotiate on your behalf, and turn an agreement into consent orders the Court can make binding.

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Property, Parenting and Financial Matters After Separation

When agreement is not possible, we prepare and run your application in the Federal Circuit and Family Court, from the first filing to the final hearing.

We act in property settlements, parenting arrangements, divorce, child support and prenuptial agreements, with clear advice about likely costs and outcomes at each stage.

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How We Can Assist

  • Parenting Arrangements

    Parenting plans, consent orders and parenting proceedings, with the best interests of your children at the centre of every decision.

  • Property & Financial Settlements

    Dividing property, superannuation and debts after separation, by agreement or through the Court, including financial agreements.

  • Divorce

    Preparing and filing your divorce application, and advising on arrangements for children and property alongside it.

  • Child Support

    Child support assessments, agreements and departures under the Child Support (Assessment) Act 1989 (Cth).

  • Prenuptial Agreements

    Binding financial agreements before, during or after a marriage or de facto relationship.

  • Mediation

    Preparing you for family dispute resolution and mediation, and advising you through it, so you can reach an agreement without going to court.

Featured case study · AVO & Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence Allegations, AVO Breach and Parenting Arrangements, Charges Dismissed and Family Stability Restored

Court
Local Court
Charge
Stalk or intimidate, and breach of an ADVO
Outcome
Not guilty of stalk or intimidate; breach resolved without conviction

Case studies are anonymised. Past results do not guarantee the outcome of any other matter.

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Common questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the family court in Parramatta?

The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia’s Parramatta registry is in the Garfield Barwick Commonwealth Law Courts Building, 1-3 George Street, Parramatta NSW 2150. It is a short walk from Parramatta Station.

Do I have to go to court to sort out parenting arrangements?

Not usually. Most parents reach an agreement, often through family dispute resolution, and can record it in a parenting plan or ask the Court to make consent orders. Before you apply to the Court for parenting orders, you generally need a certificate showing you have attempted family dispute resolution, unless an exception applies, such as family violence or urgency.

How long do I have to apply for a property settlement?

If you were married, you must apply within 12 months after your divorce order takes effect. If you were in a de facto relationship, you must apply within two years after the relationship ended. After that, you need the Court’s permission, so get advice early.

When can I apply for a divorce?

You can apply once you have been separated for at least 12 months. If you have been married for less than two years, you also need to show that you have considered reconciliation with the help of a family counsellor, or ask the Court’s permission to apply without it.

Can I meet a family lawyer in person in Western Sydney?

Yes. Our Harris Park office at Office 3, 8 Albion Street, Harris Park, is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9am to 5pm. Book a free 15-minute call first and we will arrange a time to meet.

Where we work

Representing Clients at Federal Circuit and Family Court, Parramatta

Our nearest office is in Harris Park, where you can meet our lawyers in person. We represent clients at Federal Circuit and Family Court, Parramatta and in courts across New South Wales.

Court
Federal Circuit and Family Court, Parramatta, 1-3 George Street, Parramatta NSW 2150
Sydney office
Suite 7.01, Level 7, 225 Clarence Street, Sydney NSW 2000

Do you need help with a family law matter?

Separating, or facing a family law dispute in Parramatta or Western Sydney? Book a free 15-minute call to talk through your situation and your next steps.

Schedule Your Free 15 Minutes Call (02) 7257 0384
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