Legal Services
Family and Matrimonial Law
Mackenzie Legal offers comprehensive family law advice and assistance. Whether you are married or in a de facto relationship, we can provide you with the following services.
Lease and Conveyancing
Mackenzie Legal provides practical and reliable legal services in relation to leasing and property conveyancing. Whether you are buying, selling, or entering into a lease, we can assist you through every stage of the transaction.
Children
Children are our most precious treasure. In many divorces, parents cannot unilaterally decide on custody arrangements. We have extensive experience in this area and can help you coordinate with your spouse regarding your children’s living arrangements, as well as draft and formalize a fair and effective custody agreement.
Divorce
A marriage can only be dissolved through a court order. When issuing a divorce order, the court does not consider whether either party is at fault. The court encourages reconciliation and will only grant a divorce if it is satisfied that the marriage has irretrievably broken down. Before applying, the couple must have been separated for at least 12 months.
Property Dispute
To enter into a valid property agreement, several conditions must be met, and certain limitations on the terms of the agreement must be considered. It is advisable to seek legal advice when drafting a property agreement to ensure its validity. Our professional legal guidance provides you with reliable and tailored solutions.
Property Settlement
In property disputes, we help you understand your rights and negotiate a property settlement that meets your needs, or, if necessary, resolve the dispute through the courts. We have extensive experience in litigation and maintain close connections with senior family law barristers, accountants, business valuers, and other experts. As a collaborative team, we are well-equipped to protect your interests to the fullest.
Agreements
De Facto Relationships
If you are in a de facto relationship, we can provide comprehensive assistance. We guide you through the complex maze of laws and regulations to find the most reasonable solution. We offer legal advice and support, help you negotiate and resolve issues, and, if necessary, take legal action to protect your interests.
Custody
When determining child custody, the best interests of the child are the court’s primary consideration. The court may issue orders for joint custody or sole custody. Custody orders apply only to unmarried children under 18 and cease to have effect once the child turns 18 or gets married.
With the court’s authorization, the custodial parent has the right to make decisions regarding the child’s education and living arrangements. This parent is also responsible for meeting the child’s basic needs, such as food, housing, and medical care. During custody proceedings, the child should have separate legal representation. The court will also take the child’s personal wishes into account and may appoint a family consultant to assist in the process.
Immigration
Professional Immigration Lawyers
Mackenzie Legal is a team of experts comprising Australian migration agents, lawyers, and senior litigation barristers. We provide a one-stop solution for immigration advice and settlement services.
We leverage Australian migration laws, regulations, and codes of conduct to represent you before the Department of Home Affairs (DIAC), the Migration Review Tribunal (MRT), the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT), the Federal Court, and even the High Court. We assist with appeals and help resolve various issues throughout the immigration process. Whether dealing with the Department, the MRT, or judicial review in the Federal Court, we have a high success rate and unparalleled experience.
Visa Application
With many years of experience in immigration applications, we are familiar with the document requirements and procedural steps for every type of Australian visa. As an Australian law firm, we are in a strong position to communicate effectively with the Department of Home Affairs and can even identify errors made in their visa assessments. This enables us to provide you with the best possible assistance for your immigration application.
Commercial Law
Our law firm has extensive experience in corporate and commercial law, providing comprehensive business and corporate advisory services. We dedicate significant time and effort to meet each of your requirements.
Your interests are our top priority. We strive to ensure that your rights are fully protected and meticulously review every aspect of your business or corporate matters. Beyond safeguarding your interests in contracts or transactions, we also conduct thorough due diligence on businesses, partners, or work engagements to provide you with the maximum level of protection.
Traffic Violations
Drunk driving?
Running a red light?
Driving without a license?
If you are charged by traffic authorities, the consequences can include license suspension, and in severe cases, even detention. Our professional team has handled numerous traffic violation cases and has extensive experience in minimizing the negative impact on our clients’ outcomes.
Debt Recovery
One of the biggest challenges in debt recovery is that many clients delay taking legal action, preferring to wait. By the time they decide to address the issue, it is often too late.
Mackenzie Legal knows how to conduct debt recovery in Melbourne in the most efficient and effective manner, fully understanding its importance. We provide high-quality, comprehensive debt recovery services at clear and reasonable rates, aiming to achieve the best possible outcomes as quickly as possible.
In many cases, people handling debts involving family, friends, partners, or business associates tend to show increasing tolerance and leniency. A regrettable reality is that many believe extending the repayment period is the most effective way to maintain long-term relationships. Whether personally or professionally, they think this is necessary to preserve stable relationships.
Civil Disputes and Litigation
What is Civil Litigation?
Civil litigation is the process of resolving disputes between members of the community through the court system. Civil law grants individuals the right to seek compensation or specific remedies for issues such as breach of contract, defamation, and negligence.
When Can You Sue Someone?
If you feel you have been wronged but the matter is not criminal (i.e., not handled by the police), you may be able to initiate a civil claim. Civil law covers a wide range of disputes, including conflicts between individuals, businesses, or other parties.
Different types of legal cases have varying limitation periods, so it is important to seek legal advice promptly to determine whether legal action is possible.
How to File a Lawsuit – Civil Litigation Process
Before proceeding to court, the first step is always to attempt to resolve the dispute, saving both time and money. This may include roundtable negotiations, conflict mediation, conciliation, and arbitration as alternative dispute resolution methods. A dispute resolution lawyer can assist you throughout this process.