Family Law

We are an expert family law firm with offices in Canberra, Melbourne & Sydney.

We can help you with all issues related to family law, such as adoption, binding financial agreements (‘pre-nups’), child support, domestic violence, property settlement, separation and divorce.

We can provide you with online Family Law Information that is tailored to your needs.

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Estates

Our Estate and Wills Lawyers are here to help prepare for your future.

There is much confusion and misconception about wills and disputes. A Will sets out how your property is distributed when you die. The purpose of a Will is to make sure that the right person gets the right property and there is no dispute.

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Accounting

Protect and improve your financial position with our Accounting, Business and Tax Team.

We have a clear focus on relationships and ensuring that our advice is tailored to what is important to you.

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Conveyancing

Our property team can assist with both ACT & NSW property transactions...

Whether you are looking to buy your first home, downsize, or invest in the property market, you will more than likely require the services of a conveyancer and our experienced property team at Farrar Gesini Dunn are here to help.

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03/07/2025

Will A Family Trust Protect Assets In A Divorce Property Settlement?

Are trust assets up for grabs when it comes to family law property settlements? It has long been established that the answer to this question depends on the facts and circumstances of each case. The outcome of a leading High Court case in 2008 (Kennon v Spry [2008] HCA 56)…

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18/06/2025

What in the Wealth? High Net Worth Cases and Why You Need Specialist Family Law Advice

When relationships break down, dividing assets can be complex – for high net worth individuals, the complexity can multiply. What makes a family law case “high net worth”? In Australia, a high net worth individual is generally someone who has at least $1 million in net investible assets, excluding their…

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29/05/2025

Shining a Light on LGBTQ+ Domestic Violence: FGD Supports National Awareness Day

Yesterday, 28 May, was LGBTQ+ Domestic Violence Awareness Day, a national day to shed light on abuse in LGBTQ+ relationships and call for greater visibility, understanding, and support for LGBTQ+ victim-survivors. At FGD, this day is deeply personal. One of our partners, Daniel Magnussen, serves as the ACT Coordinator for…

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21/05/2025

Changing a Child’s Name After Separation?

The proposed change to a child’s name is a common issue for separated parents and can become highly contested in some cases. There are several considerations taken into account by parents and the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (“the Court”) when determining whether to change a child’s name.

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