✓ Direct access to Principal Solicitor, Christopher David Alis
✓ Resolution first approach, we prioritise outcomes outside of court to save unnecessary litigation
✓ Personalised guidance, not another case file
✓ Located 136 Marrickville Road, Marrickville, Sydney

Family Lawyer In Marrickville

How We Handle Your Family Law Matter

STEP ONE

STEP TWO

STEP THREE

Consultation & Conflict Check

Strategy & Options

Resolution or Court

Prior to your consultation, we'll ensure there's no conflict of interest.

You will then be provided with a questionnaire to identify any urgent needs such as domestic violence protections, freezing of bank accounts, or immediate child safety concerns.

We want to ensure nothing critical is missed from day one.

From there, we map out the basic timelines of the relationship, identifying assets, liabilities and superannuation, along with the current status of care arrangements for the children.

Following this, we outline and address realistic legal outcomes so you know where things stand.

Our results are heaviliy prided on resolving matters outside of court. We want to explore every avenue of resolution to save you the costs associated with unneccessary litigation.

If a matter does need to go before the court, we will be there.

We believe that the tone of voice and presence must be personalised towards different court room settings and jurisdictions

We Handle Everything Within Family Law

Divorce & Separation

Property Settlements

Parenting Arrangement& Plans

Binding Financial Agreements

We start by checking for conflicts and any urgent needs, then map your timeline, assets and care arrangements before setting out realistic outcomes.

We identify assets, liabilities and superannuation early, then work toward an equitable division that protects your financial independence.

We draft practical parenting plans built around your children's current care arrangements, focused on their best interests and safety.

We draft binding financial agreements that set out how assets, liabilities and superannuation are treated, giving both parties certainty.

Child Support Agreements

Recovery Orders

De Facto Matters

Spousal Maintenance

We draft binding child support agreements tailored to your family's needs, giving both parties a clear and enforceable arrangement.

We act quickly to secure judicial recovery orders when a child has been wrongfully removed, protecting their safety.

We apply the same approach to de facto matters, focused on resolution outside court wherever it saves you cost and time.

We assess spousal maintenance matters the same way, asking why circumstances arose before pursuing a fair financial outcome.

Why Choose The CDA Way?

Direct Principal Contact

Work directly with Principal Solicitor Christopher David Alis on your family law matter. Your case receives senior legal expertise from your first consultation through to resolution.

Fee Transparency

CDA Legal provides clear, upfront quotes before your family law matter begins. Complete fee transparency means no hidden bills.

24/7 Support

Family law crises don't wait for business hours. Whether it's an urgent parenting issue or a time-critical financial matter, CDA Legal is accessible around the clock for immediate guidance.

What Our Family Law Clients Say About Us

Chris is an exceptional lawyer, extremely personable and amazing in court, highly highly recommend for any family law or criminal matter. You need him on your team.

Melody van der Wallen

★★★★★

Google Review

I had a family law matter and was referred to Chris and CDA Legal & Associates and I was extremely happy with the service I received. They were professional, detail-oriented, and genuinely took the time to listen to me and understand my situation. I also found their pricing to be fair and transparent. I felt well supported throughout the process and would happily recommend their services.

Lauren

★★★★★

Google Review

Highly recommend for family law matters. Professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely supportive throughout the process. Thank you for all your help.

Kara Anjoul

★★★★★

Google Review

Christopher has been an absolute rock during the hardest of times . He is extremely personable and will make you feel he is personally invested in the best result. I have relied on Chris to ensure my daughter and I make it through family court with a just outcome ; I would not hesitate to recommend Chris to anyone wanting a lawyer who will take on their case with a fierce boldness and consistent professionalism in his approach ; I am very grateful my family found his services.

Romy Wallbank

★★★★★

Google Review

Christopher Alis was my husbands layer and he was amazing! He got my husband off with no record, 9 moths good behaviour! We were not expecting a no record outcome and cannot believe Chris was able to pull that off. He had out backs the entire time, he fought back at the judge when the judge was trying to quickly dismiss it and was very persistent. We are beyond happy to have come across Chris and will no be looking at hiring him again while I go through family court with my sons dad (separate). Thank you so much Chris!

Courtney Lamb

★★★★★

Google Review

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a family lawyer cost in Australia?

Costs vary depending on the complexity of your matter and whether it resolves outside court. At CDA Legal, we provide clear, upfront quotes before any work begins, so you know exactly what to expect with no hidden bills.

How long will the process take?

Timeframes vary depending on whether a matter resolves through mediation or proceeds to court. At your first consultation, we map your situation and give you a realistic estimate specific to your circumstances.

When will I get to see my children, and will my time with the children be supervised or unsupervised?

This is usually the first question we address after the urgent needs screening in your consultation. If there are safety concerns, we act quickly to establish what supervision, if any, is appropriate. Where there are none, we work with you to set out practical, workable time with your children as early as possible, so you're not left waiting for answers.

Who pays court costs in family court in Australia?

Generally, each party pays their own legal costs, regardless of the outcome. The court can order one party to pay the other's costs in some circumstances, but this is the exception, not the rule. It's one more reason we focus on resolving matters outside of court wherever possible, to avoid costs neither party can recover.

How do I choose the best family lawyer?

Look for direct access to the person actually running your case, clear fees agreed upfront, and a firm that genuinely tries to resolve matters without unnecessary litigation. That's the approach we take at CDA, working directly with our Principal Solicitor from your first consultation through to resolution.

How do I get 50/50 custody in Australia?

There's no automatic right to 50/50 custody under current Australian law. Since May 2024, courts no longer start from a presumption of equal time and instead decide based on what's in your child's best interests, considering their safety, needs, and views. Equal time can still be ordered where it suits the child's circumstances, and we'll help you understand what's realistic for your situation from your very first consultation.

Book your free, no-obligation consultation today.

Phone:
0413 425 072 (Available 24/7)

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