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Hills District

Family Lawyers for the Hills District

We help families from Castle Hill, Baulkham Hills, Bella Vista, Norwest, Kellyville, Rouse Hill, Cherrybrook and Dural with separation, property, children's arrangements and wills. Our office is a direct Metro ride away in the city, or we can meet by video.

An easy trip in

Straight into the city on the Metro

The Hills District has grown fast, and so have its families. Many people here have young children, a mortgage on a newer home, busy jobs and a long commute. When a relationship ends, time and clear answers matter.

Our office is a direct Metro ride into the city. If coming in does not suit, we can meet by video or phone, and you can send an enquiry online at any time.

What we help with

What Hills District families ask us about

The home and the mortgage
Whether one of you can keep the house, how much equity there really is, and what happens to the loan. See property settlement.

Young children
Arrangements that fit school, child care, work rosters and the long commute. See children and parenting.

Small businesses
Many Hills families run a trade, a practice or a small business. It needs to be valued and dealt with fairly, without harming the business. Read separating as a business owner.

Super
For many couples, super is one of the largest assets. Read superannuation splitting on separation.

Wills and planning ahead
After a separation, or when starting a new relationship, it is time to update your will and consider a financial agreement.

Getting here

From the Hills District to 185 Elizabeth Street

  • By Metro from Tallawong, Rouse Hill, Kellyville, Bella Vista, Norwest, Hills Showground, Castle Hill or Cherrybrook to Martin Place or Gadigal, each a short walk from our office.
  • By bus
    Express services along the M2 run into the city.
  • By car, commercial car parks are within a short walk; we will suggest one when we confirm your appointment.

Meeting options

Whatever is easiest for you

Meet us in the city, by video or by phone. We respond within one business day during business hours.

Find us

Easy to reach, in the heart of Sydney.

We have no office in the Hills District. Every client is seen at St James Trust Building, 185 Elizabeth Street, or by video, whichever you prefer.

Suite 105, St James Trust Building
185 Elizabeth Street, Sydney NSW 2000
Getting to our office

Frequently asked

Questions from families in the Hills District

How do I get to your office from the Hills District?

Sydney Metro runs from Tallawong, Rouse Hill, Kellyville, Norwest, Castle Hill and Cherrybrook straight into the city. Get off at Martin Place or Gadigal, each a short walk from our office.

We have a mortgage on a newer home. What happens to it?

The house and the mortgage are both part of the property you divide. Common options are that one of you refinances and buys the other out, or the home is sold and the balance shared. We help you work out what is realistic.

I run a small business. Does it get divided?

A business is part of the property, but that does not mean it has to be sold. Usually the owner keeps it and the other person receives other assets or a payment. It needs to be valued properly first.

Should I update my will after separating?

Yes. Separation does not cancel a will or change who receives your super. Until you are divorced, your former partner could still inherit. Update your will and super nominations as soon as you separate.

Consultation

The first conversation may be the most important one you have this year.

Your first 30-minute consultation is free.

Telephone
02 9145 5266
Office
St James Trust Building, 185 Elizabeth Street
Opposite Hyde Park
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.30pm. Online enquiries welcome 24/7.

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