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Galea & Faustin Solicitors
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About Us
Galea & Faustin Solicitors, founded by Patricia Galea in 2018, is a firm deeply rooted in personal values such as care, integrity, passion, and hard work. Patricia, the firm’s principal solicitor, has transformed what began as a sole practice into a vibrant legal enterprise with a dedicated team of 12 lawyers and support staff. As a devoted mother and wife, she brings a unique understanding of life's challenges to her legal practice, enabling her to connect with clients on a personal level. Patricia's commitment to making the law accessible and comprehensible is a cornerstone of Galea & Faustin's philosophy. The firm's culture is centred around building genuine relationships, ensuring that clients feel supported and informed throughout their legal journey. Patricia is also renowned for her role as a mentor to junior solicitors, generously sharing her wealth of knowledge and experience. Galea & Faustin Solicitors offers comprehensive legal services in immigration, family law, property law, wills and estates, commercial law, and civil litigation. The firm prides itself on dispelling common misconceptions about the legal process, adopting an informative and supportive approach that instills confidence in clients. By working collaboratively with clients, the firm diligently pursues the best possible outcomes, always prioritising their best interests.
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Family Law
Galea & Faustin Solicitors provide comprehensive assistance in all aspects of family law across Narre Warren and Greater Melbourne. Their services cover separation and divorce processes, including eligibility and applications, alongside tailored parenting arrangements that prioritise children's welfare. They guide clients through property settlements, incorporating asset identification, superannuation division, and the management of businesses or trusts. The team also manages spousal maintenance, child support matters, and financial agreements, ensuring clear and fair resolutions. Their approach extends to complex family dynamics such as de facto relationship rights, family violence interventions, and consent order formalisation. They offer mediation services to facilitate dispute resolution outside court where appropriate. Additionally, they provide support for relocation and cross-border family law issues, and deliver inclusive advice for LGBTIQ+ families as well as grandparents and significant carers, blending compassionate care with strong legal guidance throughout.
Immigration Law
Galea & Faustin Solicitors in Melbourne provide expert guidance across a broad spectrum of immigration matters. Their experience encompasses employer-sponsored visas such as the 482 Skills in Demand and 186 ENS visa streams, partner and family visas, as well as pathways to permanent residency. The team is proficient in handling complex situations involving visa refusals, Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) appeals, and visa cancellations, employing strategic legal planning and comprehensive evidence preparation to ensure compliance and improve the prospects of success. The firm also advises on ministerial intervention requests, business and student visas, and skilled migration options, offering practical support throughout the immigration process. Their approach includes representation in court proceedings when necessary, helping clients—whether individuals or families—to navigate regulatory requirements and secure immigration outcomes suited to their unique circumstances.
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Practice Categories
- Adoption
- Divorce and Separation
- Enforcement Orders
- Financial Agreements
- General Advice
- Parenting and Child Support
- Parenting and Child Support
- Provision Claims
- General Advice
- Visas
- Construction Law
- Conveyancing
- General Advice
- Mortgages
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