Pre-action and dispute-resolution requirements often apply, subject to exceptions such as urgency, risk or family violence.
Sydney · Family Law
Family lawyers for Sydney clients.
Aprim Legal provides measured advice on separation, parenting arrangements, divorce, property settlement and the practical steps required before negotiations or proceedings.
Led by Emilda Israel, Managing Partner and Head of New South Wales · Updated 14 July 2026
Common matters
Issues that may require advice.
- separation and immediate post-separation arrangements
- parenting proposals, communication and care arrangements
- divorce applications and related procedural questions
- property, superannuation, business interests and liabilities
- urgent safety, relocation, recovery or court issues
Before the first consultation
Prepare the documents and dates that matter.
Early organisation helps the solicitor identify urgency, evidence and the most practical next step.
- relationship, marriage and separation dates
- details of the children and current care arrangements
- existing parenting plans, court orders and family violence orders
- an initial list of assets, liabilities, income and superannuation
- court dates, urgent concerns and the outcome you want to discuss
Aprim Legal
Clear scope, senior oversight and practical next steps.
The initial review focuses on the legal issue, available evidence, urgent deadlines and the outcome the client is trying to achieve.
Frequently asked questions
Questions before making an enquiry.
General information only. Advice depends on the facts, documents and applicable law.
Start with an honest asset and liability list, recent statements, income records, superannuation and available business or trust records.
No. The firm must first complete conflict and identity checks, confirm it can act and issue written engagement documents.
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