separation Strategy Session
At Coastal Lawyers, we understand that the breakdown of your relationship can be one of the most financially, emotionally and spiritually draining experiences of your life.
We can not only guide you through the legal aspects of family law including parenting, property and divorce but also provide the emotional support and resources to help you emerge from your separation with grace.
What is a Family Law Separation Strategy Session?
Frank and practical legal advice, that’s easy to understand and implement.
Separation isn’t the end of your story it’s the start of a new one. Let’s map out yours together.
Whether you’re considering separation, responding to court proceedings, or simply want to understand your legal position before making an important decision, our Family Law Strategy Session gives you practical legal advice and clear next steps, tailored to your circumstances.
You’ll meet with one of our experienced family lawyers to talk through your situation in confidence, and leave with a plan that feels right for you and your family.
What’s included in a Separation Strategy Session?
- Completing our detailed Family Law Questionnaire beforehand, so we get the most out of our time together.
- A plain-English explanation of your legal rights and responsibilities under the Family Law Act and Family Law Rules
- Answers to your questions about your entitlements
- An idea of likely costs going forward, and our recommended strategy for your matter
- A discussion of your options including the pre-action procedure rules, negotiation, mediation, collaborative practice or litigation, where suitable
Following your appointment, you’ll leave with greater clarity about your options and practical next steps.
How much does a Separation Strategy Session Cost?
From 1 July 2026, our standard Separation Strategy Session is $440 for up to 60 minutes, available in person at our Erina office (recommended) or via secure video conference. We also offer an extended 90 minute Strategy Session for $660.
We encourage clients to attend our Erina office wherever possible many clients tell us they appreciate having a calm, welcoming space away from home to think clearly, ask questions and begin planning their next chapter with confidence.
Video appointments are available Australia-wide for clients unable to attend our Erina office.
How do I book a Strategy Session?
You can book online now. Please note that if you require an urgent appointment, please give our offices a call on 1300 271 289 or email us at reception@coastallawyers.com.au and we will always do our best to accomodate urgent needs.
Book a Complimentary Call
New to Coastal Lawyers and not sure where to start? We completely understand taking the first step can feel overwhelming. Our complimentary 15-minute Introductory Call is a chance to find your bearings: understand how Coastal Lawyers works, what we can help with, and whether we’re the right fit for your matter.
Book a Strategy Session
Book a 1-hour strategy session either face to face at our offices at Erina or by way of video call throughout Australia.
Your Strategy Session is conducted by one of our experienced family lawyers often Kristal Naividi, our Principal Lawyer, admitted since 2011 with a Masters degree in Family Law, a graduate certificate in criminal law and a nationally accredited mediation and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner. Meet the Team.
What do our clients have to say?
Did you know we have over 90 verified 5-star reviews on Law Tap?
We pride ourselves on our positive relationships with our clients and are so humbled by each and everyone who have taken the time to share their experience with Coastal Lawyers.
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A little bit about us?
People generally don’t come to lawyers seeking family law or criminal law advice in celebration. (That’s okay we don’t take it personally).
But talking to a lawyer doesn’t need to be overwhelming or scary. We just happen to know a lot about a particular topic, in this case the law and how it effects you.
At Coastal Lawyers, we give our client’s frank and practical legal advice. We are human’s, parents and spouses too. We bring our life experience to our role as legal advisers and advocates.
We offer a judgement free and confidential space where you can discuss your legal problems, have your legal questions answered and make informed decisions about your unique situation.
Our clients are busy people who are often juggling work and families. This is why we use technology to make the process of getting legal advice simple and convenient.
We use phone and video calls to regularly keep our clients updated. As well as face to face appointments at our Erina offices when required.
We also use the latest legal technology including online bookings and payment options. Email and text messages to remind clients about their upcoming appointments and court dates. As well as a secure client portal so clients can conveniently view court documents and correspondence.
Early legal advice is often crucial to the success of your matter.
Areas of Law
Family Law
We can guide you through all aspects of the often challenging family law process. From divorce through to negotiating property settlements and parenting arrangements. We offer deferred fees for eligible family law clients.
Traffic Law
If you have received an infringement notice, are worried about your licence or have been charged with a more serious traffic offence, we can provide you with legal advice and representation at court.
We offer fixed fees for all traffic law matters.
Criminal Law
If you have been charged by police with a criminal offence then early legal advice is often crucial to the success of your case.
Coastal Lawyers undertake Legal Aid work for eligible clients.
Why Us?
EXPERIENCED
EMPATHETIC
COST CERTAINTY
FRANK ADVICE
PROGRESSIVE
CONVENIENT
We have offices conveniently located at Erina and offer video calls depending on our clients needs.