Lawyers in Canberra, Sydney & Melbourne | Farrar Gesini Dunn
We’re not like the others
We’re lawyers, but we do things differently. We are a family law firm with offices in Canberra, Sydney and Melbourne and we give our clients the best advice and guidance going. We deal with divorce and all other family matters whether using the Family Court or Collaborative Law. We also specialise in wills, will disputes, estate planning, litigation and superannuation. Call us today to find out how we can help you.
Please accept my sincere thanks for your professional handling of my recent family law matter. You provided a very focused, ethical and decisive service. I am happy with the Orders we achieved, they allow for children to have both parents in their lives with the least disruption to their school lives. It is a win for them! I am stronger person for having completed the process I believed in. Thank you for helping me achieve this.
To Ann and the wonderful team, Thanks to you all for the effort you all put in during my Family Law matter. It was comforting to me to have such a competent and professional team acting on my behalf. Thanks.
I have been extremely fortunate to have experienced professional and supportive lawyers handling my case. Its been a very emotional journey and I couldn’t have done it without the professional staff at FGD especially Kasey Fox.
“Thanks Sarah Keenan for everything you have achieved for me, especially, of course, today which was truly stunning given the catastrophes that filled my mind… You and … made a brilliant and powerful team. I am deeply impressed with … and wish to thank you for securing his services. Please let him know that I am forever grateful for his total professionalism and authoritative personal manner. A remarkable result. FGD is an extraordinarily talented company.”
We see time differently
At Farrar Gesini Dunn, our Lawyers offer you the choice of how your lawyer charges.
We Collaborate
Control the outcome of your family law, estate, or superannuation matter and avoid Court using Collaborative Law.
We find solutions that fit
We listen to what you need and provide advice customised for your individual circumstances. We focus on the outcome and the process that is best for you.
We’re top dogs
When it comes to your legal matter, you need the best advice and the best lawyers.
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By FGD / September 14, 2017
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5 benefits of Same Sex Marriage [from an Estate Planning point of view]
By Timothy Morton / September 11, 2017
Recently one of our Directors, Kasey Fox, wrote a blog about some of the benefits of same sex marriage from a family law perspective. Now that the High Court has given the green light for
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Doyles Guide: Leaders in ACT Wills Disputes, Wills, Estates & Succession Planning 2017
By Kathryn Heuer / September 4, 2017
At Farrar Gesini Dunn, we are proud of our strong reputation as specialists in all the areas of law in which we practice. Although we started as a family law firm, over our 22-year history
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Domestic Violence in the ACT [Online Submissions Closing]
By Jess Kennedy / August 30, 2017
Earlier this year, the Federal Government opened a Parliamentary inquiry into a better family law system to support and protect those affected by domestic violence. (more…)
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5 Legal Benefits of Marriage Equality [from a Family Lawyer’s point of view]
By Kasey Fox / August 24, 2017
Marriage Equality in Australia seems to be (slowly) getting closer to becoming a reality. Up until the 1960’s, indigenous Australians in certain States, could only marry with government approval. It is shameful that more than
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Family Law Questions: Superannuation and long service leave – whose is it?
By Denis Farrar / August 22, 2017
Family Law Questions: It is common for one party to accumulate more, or sometimes all, of the superannuation that the parties have at the end of their marriage. (more…)
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Compromise
By Ann Northcote / August 17, 2017
Compromise – the give and take in every relationship. Each day couples make decisions, take actions and give concessions to keep their relationship working. (more…)
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Grief – Guest Post by Canberra Grief Centre
By Guest / August 14, 2017
“Grief is a human, not a medical, condition, and while there are pills to help us forget it – and everything else – there are no pills to cure it. The thing is – nature
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The danger of DIY Binding Death Benefit Nominations
By Courtney Mullen / August 9, 2017
The danger of DIY Binding Death Benefit Nominations We regularly see clients to discuss their estate planning. This includes discussions about their Will, Enduring Power of Attorney and their superannuation (among other things). (more…)
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” We’re tough. We’re expert. We’re experienced. But most of all we treat you as an individual. “
” Our lawyers will listen to your needs and help you find the process and outcome that suits you. “
Contact Us
Canberra
Level 1, 10 Rudd Street
Canberra ACT 2601
02 6257 6477
02 6257 4382
Melbourne
Level 5, 466-468 Little Lonsdale Street
Melbourne VIC 3000
03 8376 7000
03 8376 7099
Sydney
203/377 New South Head Road
Double Bay NSW 2028
02 9045 2600
02 9045 2699