Destra Law

Destra Law provides comprehensive assistance in family law matters, guiding clients through separation, property division, parenting arrangements, divorce applications, and intervention orders. Their approach emphasises practical advice, including the importance of cooperation between parties to minimise legal disputes. In property settlements, they ensure clients understand how courts evaluate financial, non-financial, and caregiving contributions, as well as future needs, to achieve outcomes that are just and equitable. In parenting matters, Destra Law supports clients in navigating the best interests of the child, recognising the legal emphasis on meaningful relationships and protection from harm. They assist with negotiation, mediation, and court applications, including the preparation of consent orders and compliance with mandatory dispute resolution processes. Additionally, their services cover intervention order applications to address safety concerns under the Family Violence Protection Act 2008, ensuring clients receive appropriate protection and legal recourse.

Destra Law provides comprehensive guidance on Wills and Estates matters, ensuring clients understand the essential components of drafting a valid will, including appointing executors and addressing guardianship and trusts. Their expertise extends to advising on the formal requirements of execution, and the practical considerations around bequests, such as funeral wishes and donations. Clients benefit from clear explanations of the legal processes involved in probate and the critical importance of timely estate planning. In addition, Destra Law offers thorough assistance with disputing wills, including challenging validity on grounds such as undue influence, testamentary capacity, fraud, or forgery. They guide eligible persons through contesting wills or making family provision claims under the Administration and Probate Act, helping to navigate complex criteria that courts consider when assessing claims. Their advice includes time-sensitive procedural steps, such as lodging claims within the six-month probate window and filing caveats to protect clients’ interests, ensuring robust representation in will disputes.