Blanchfield Nicholls Family & Private Advisory

Sydney, NSW

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About Us

Established in 2015, Blanchfield Nicholls is a family law firm based in Sydney, dedicated to providing comprehensive legal support for individuals, families, and couples navigating complex family and relationship matters. Recognised annually by Doyles Guide for excellence in family and divorce law, the firm is committed to delivering clear, practical advice tailored to each client’s unique circumstances. The team at Blanchfield Nicholls assists clients through a wide range of family law issues. They provide guidance on relationship matters including de facto partnerships, marriage, same-sex relationships, and international family law concerns. The firm also supports clients through separation and divorce proceedings, addressing post-relationship arrangements, parenting after separation, family violence issues, and travel with children. Financial matters following separation are handled with care and precision, covering asset division, spousal maintenance, and child support. Additionally, Blanchfield Nicholls advises on wills and inheritance matters, including estate administration, will challenges, elder care, and preparation of wills and powers of attorney. Committed to achieving positive and enduring outcomes, the firm employs various dispute resolution methods such as collaborative law, mediation, arbitration, and courtroom representation when necessary. Their approach ensures clients receive effective advocacy while prioritising their best interests, enabling them to move forward with confidence. Clients from Sydney, across Australia, and internationally rely on Blanchfield Nicholls for expert guidance at every stage of life’s major transitions, confident that their legal rights and wellbeing are thoroughly represented and protected.

Practice Areas

Estate Planning

Family Law

Specialisations

Estate Planning

Blanchfield Nicholls offers comprehensive guidance in estate planning, ensuring your Will is carefully prepared to reflect your wishes while maximising efficiency and tax effectiveness. They assist with drafting Wills, appointing trusted executors, and managing powers of attorney and advance directives, helping you safeguard your assets for the benefit of your family and loved ones. Their advice is particularly valuable during life changes, such as the birth of a child or remarriage, ensuring your estate plans remain current and effective. The firm also supports executors through the often complex administrative process of managing an estate, navigating legal requirements like obtaining probate and handling practical matters involving banks, government agencies, and beneficiaries. Additionally, Blanchfield Nicholls provides expert advice on resolving disputes over Wills, addressing concerns such as testamentary capacity or undue influence, and guiding clients through potential court proceedings. Their services extend to elder care planning, including the preparation of Enduring Powers of Attorney and Guardianship, helping clients maintain control over their personal, financial, and medical decisions should they lose capacity.

Family Law

Blanchfield Nicholls offers comprehensive family law services, assisting clients through various relationship matters including dating, de facto partnerships, marriage, and same-sex relationships. Their expertise extends to handling complex issues in cross border and international family law, ensuring practical advice tailored to unique circumstances. They provide guidance on separation and divorce processes, including post-relationship advice, living arrangements, and family violence concerns. The team also supports clients with parenting arrangements after separation, addressing matters such as overseas travel with children, surrogacy, adoption, IVF, and birth. Additionally, they assist with financial matters after separation, including property division, spousal maintenance, and child support.