Kerr Fels Divorce and Family Law

Perth, WA

(08) 638..

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About Us

Kerr Fels is a boutique law firm based in Perth CBD, dedicated exclusively to family and divorce law. Our experienced team provides practical and clear advice, guiding clients through both straightforward and complex separations. We assist with matters involving family businesses, trusts, company structures, and farms, ensuring that all aspects are comprehensively addressed. Our approach centres on working closely with clients and their trusted advisers, including commercial lawyers, accountants, financial advisers and counsellors. This collaborative method helps us cover all client needs effectively. We aim to resolve disputes efficiently by facilitating negotiated agreements through alternative dispute resolution and mediation-style conferencing, wherever possible. Recognised consistently as a Leading Family Law Firm in Western Australia by Doyles Guide from 2019 to 2024, Kerr Fels is committed to achieving the best outcomes for our clients. We provide clarity by explaining the legal process, outlining options and advising on the most suitable steps to avoid unnecessary costs and prolonged court proceedings. Our areas of practice include property settlement, parenting arrangements, financial agreements, spousal maintenance, divorce, consent orders, enforcement, international child abduction and child support. At Kerr Fels, we combine legal expertise with a personalised approach, reflecting our genuine care for our clients’ well-being and future.

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation

Litigation & Disputes

Property and Financial Settlement

Specialisations

Divorce and Separation

Kerr Fels provides comprehensive guidance on divorce proceedings in Australia, assisting clients through the formal process of legally ending a marriage. Understanding that divorce applications are separate from property and parenting matters, the firm ensures clients are informed about the no-fault nature of divorce, the requirements of separation for at least 12 months, and eligibility criteria related to residency and citizenship. They also carefully navigate the additional considerations when children under 18 are involved, ensuring the Court is satisfied with appropriate parenting arrangements. The firm supports clients in managing the procedural elements of divorce, including serving applications and attending hearings when necessary. Kerr Fels also advises on important post-divorce legal actions, such as property settlement and spousal maintenance claims, highlighting the critical time limits imposed by the Family Court. Their approach is focused on providing clear, practical advice tailored to each client's unique circumstances.

Property and Financial Settlement

Following the breakdown of a marriage or de facto relationship, navigating property settlement can be complex and requires careful consideration of assets, liabilities, and contributions made by each party. Kerr Fels Divorce and Family Law provides guidance through this process, assisting clients to understand how the Court assesses financial and non-financial contributions, including those as homemakers and parents, to ensure a division of property that is just and equitable. The firm advises on the full spectrum of property settlement orders the Court may make, including lump sum payments, periodic sums, property transfers, and trustee appointments. Clients receive personalised advice tailored to their entitlements, ensuring their interests are effectively represented throughout negotiations or court proceedings.