Divorce Lawyers Sunshine Coast
Daykin Family Law is a leading family law firm led by Accredited Family Law Specialist Shannon Daykin, providing trusted and personalised legal support to clients across the Sunshine Coast. Our experienced divorce lawyers help you navigate every stage of the separation and divorce process with clarity, confidence, and compassion.
Whether you’re just beginning to consider separation or need help finalising your divorce, we offer practical, strategic advice tailored to your circumstances. With our convenient meeting space in Noosa and flexible phone or video consultations, accessing the right legal guidance has never been easier.
Recognised among the best divorce lawyers on the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, our team focuses on achieving fair outcomes, reducing stress, and helping you move forward with peace of mind.
How Our Sunshine Coast Family Lawyers Can Help With Divorce
Separation and divorce can be both emotionally and legally challenging. Our Sunshine Coast family lawyers are here to make the process as clear and stress-free as possible with practical advice and personalised strategies that protect your rights and support your future.
Property and Financial Matters
Our team helps you negotiate and formalise property settlements that ensure a just and equitable division of assets, liabilities, and financial resources. We focus on achieving outcomes that provide stability and long-term security.
Parenting and “Child Custody” Arrangements
We work with parents to develop practical parenting arrangements that prioritise the wellbeing and best interests of their children. Our services include parenting plans, consent orders, and dispute resolution support.
Spousal Maintenance and Child Support
We provide advice on child support and spousal maintenance, including eligibility, payment calculations, and representation in negotiations or disputes.
Litigation
Whilst we focus on out-of-Court settlements wherever possible, sometimes litigation is necessary. We are experienced in all aspects of litigation in financial, parenting, child support and other areas of litigation. We offer pragmatic advice and guidance through what can be stressful processes in Court.
Mediation and Court Representation
Where possible, we aim to resolve matters through negotiation or mediation to reduce stress, cost, and delays. If court proceedings are required, as we mention above, you can trust our experienced family law divorce and separation experts to advocate strongly and strategically on your behalf.
Why Choose Daykin Family Law?
Client-Focused Outcomes
At Daykin Family Law, we are committed to securing the best outcomes for our clients. We focus on practical solutions tailored to your unique circumstances, ensuring that every decision made is informed and beneficial.
Trusted, Transparent, and Reputable
Our reputation as a trusted, transparent law firm is built on integrity and ethical legal practice. Clients choose us for our honesty and clear, straightforward advice. We pride ourselves on our ability to handle sensitive issues with professionalism and discretion.
Approachable and Flexible
We are known for our approachable and flexible approach. Daykin Family Law adapts legal strategies to meet your unique needs, ensuring the process is as smooth and stress-free as possible. Our focus is always on providing you with the support you need, respecting both your time and emotional well-being.
Comprehensive 360-Degree Advice
We provide thorough, 360-degree advice to ensure that no detail is overlooked. By considering all potential implications and future scenarios, we prepare our clients for what lies ahead. This proactive approach allows us to anticipate challenges and address them before they arise.
Contact Our Divorce Lawyers Sunshine Coast
If you need trusted advice and representation from experienced divorce lawyers on the Sunshine Coast, our team is here to help. We offer confidential consultations where you can discuss your situation, understand your options, and receive clear guidance on the next steps.
You can meet with us in person at our Noosa meeting space, or arrange a phone or video consultation for your convenience. No matter how you choose to connect, you’ll receive the same level of care, professionalism, and dedicated support.
FAQ’s
What is Family Law?
Family Law encompasses legal issues related to family relationships, such as marriage, divorce, child custody, child support, and the division of assets and debts among family members. It aims to address and resolve disputes within a family setup through legal interventions.
To get an estimate of your specific situation, you can use the Child Support Estimator available on the Services Australia website or contact Daykin Family Law for personalised advice.
How do I file for divorce?
To file for divorce, one must submit a divorce application to the appropriate family court. The process typically requires providing evidence that the marriage has irretrievably broken down, demonstrated by a separation period of at least 12 months.
Detailed requirements can vary by jurisdiction, so it’s advisable to consult legal guidance or the court’s website for specific instructions.
What are the grounds for divorce?
The primary ground for divorce in many jurisdictions is the irretrievable breakdown of the marriage, evidenced by a continuous separation period of at least 12 months. This approach focuses on the fact of marriage breakdown rather than assigning blame or fault to either party.
How does the process of mediation work in family law?
Mediation in family law is a voluntary process where a neutral third party, the mediator, helps the disputing parties reach a mutually acceptable agreement on issues such as divorce, child custody, and property division. The mediator facilitates communication but does not make decisions for the parties.
This process encourages cooperation and can often lead to solutions that are more flexible and suitable for both parties compared to court-ordered judgments.
What does child support cover?
Child support payments are designed to cover the comprehensive expenses associated with raising a child. These expenses encompass the child’s accommodation, education, medical care, and overall welfare.
The objective is to guarantee that children benefit from sufficient economic support from both parents, addressing their requirements like apparel, nutrition, accommodation, and involvement in after-school activities.
Needing to figure out payments? See our guide on How Much Is Child Support in Australia? Calculating Child Support
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Our Location
Level 12, 269 Wickham Street
Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
