International Divorce Lawyers Australia

The team at Forte Family Lawyers are highly experienced legal advocates for international divorce and de facto separation matters, offering tailored legal solutions for clients across Australia and abroad.

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“I cannot express how grateful and how thankful I am to you for all of your hard work on our case.  Finally we can move on feeling safe. So again, thank you from the bottom of our hearts.”

Louise – Queensland

“Thank you Jacky and everyone else at Forte for all your hard work and expertise on my and my children’s behalf. It’s a fairly spectacular result that I’m extremely pleased with.”

Leo – Melbourne

Divorce Lawyers Melbourne

Assisting With International Issues

Helping You With All International Divorce & Separation Matters

With a wealth of experience and a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of ending a relationship when parties live or have assets in different countries, Forte Family Lawyers provides comprehensive legal services with a dedicated network of family lawyers across most countries.

Why work with our International Divorce Lawyers?

Extensive Experience

Receive personalised solutions based on our extensive experience to address your unique legal needs and challenges.

Global Network

Gain access to a community of leading family law practitioners worldwide, enhancing resources and perspectives for your case.

Guidance Across Borders

Navigate cross-border complexities confidently with a team equipped with a nuanced understanding of Australian and international family law principles.

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International Family Law & Divorce Specialists

Our team recognises that national family law matters can be complex, and it’s necessary to work with legal practitioners who are well-versed in the Family Law Act of Australia, as well as relevant overseas divorce and property settlement laws.

We regularly assist clients who are married overseas and in Australia to finalise matters related to an overseas marriage, as well as property settlement and international asset splitting at the end of a relationship.

 

What areas can you help with?

International Divorce Proceedings

Assisting clients to finalise divorce or separation matters as an overseas or Australian citizen (or with a foreign marriage certificate), ensuring international agreements are legally sound.

International Property Settlement

Providing legal counsel for couples who are dividing assets and property across international borders, including foreign assets in Australian divorces.

Cross-Border Child Support & Spousal Support

Offering guidance and support for spousal maintenance (alimony) and child support matters across differing international law jurisdictions.

International Child Custody & Parenting Arrangements

Ensuring children’s best interests are upheld in cross-border parenting matters and assisting with successfully resolving parenting and custody disputes.

International Child Abduction

Helping prevent and resolve international parental child abduction matters swiftly and efficiently, through Hague Convention and non-Hague Convention countries.

International Prenuptial Agreements

Drafting and negotiating legally sound prenuptial agreements for couples with international relationships, ensuring the best interests of both parties are protected.

Dual Citizenship and Nationality Issues

Assisting with a range of legal matters related to dual citizenship, residency and immigration status, of separated couples and any children involved.

International Relocation Matters

Providing advice and guidance to relocate internationally after a relationship breakdown, or when children are being relocated after a relationship or marriage breakdown.

Urgent International Family Law & Divorce Matters

If you have an urgent international family law matter, such as an ex-partner taking a child overseas, our team can help with urgent applications to Australian or international courts.

We will ensure your matter is heard as a priority and can assist with fast-tracking issues which require a child or children to be placed on a Family Law Watchlist (an airport watch list to prevent travel), which the Australian Federal Police oversee.

We can also assist with any urgent or unforeseen court hearings and can provide advice and legal representation, whether you are living in Australia or currently living overseas.

Complex International Property Splitting, Asset Divison & International Prenups

We frequently work with couples wanting to organise prenuptial agreements or assist our clients with matters where one partner is living abroad or when foreign assets form part of a property settlement.

With an extensive knowledge of Australian family law, and an exceptional network of international divorce lawyers, we will ensure that financial agreements put in place – at any stage of your relationship, meet the requirements of all relevant jurisdictions.

If you would like to discuss your matter further, please contact our Melbourne-based team to discuss how we can help.

 

Meet Our Team Of International Divorce Lawyers

Working with Forte Family Law will give you complete assurance that you will have excellent guidance across all aspects of divorce and family law. Three of our Partners are members of the IAFL (International Academy of Family Lawyers) and we have an exceptional network of legal partners across the globe.

Jacky Campbell

PARTNER
ACCREDITED FAMILY LAW SPECIALIST

Jemma Mackenzie

PARTNER
ACCREDITED FAMILY LAW SPECIALIST

Jason Walker

PARTNER
ACCREDITED FAMILY LAW SPECIALIST

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I am out meeting women in the hope of getting divorced again as the client service from Forte was exceptional. Roderick and Jackie were terrific and made an unpleasant process as pleasant as possible. 10/10 would consider having my heart ripped out and stomped on again to enjoy Forte's client service.
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If you’re after a genuine no BS review, I’ll give you one. Litigation in any sense is stressful, emotional and exhausting, it was for me, so save yourself all of those negative feelings and contact Kristy and Emily at FFL. I engaged numerous firms for months prior to reaching out to Forte Family Lawyers, I felt hopeless by that point, thankfully I struck gold I would never ever have achieved the outcome I did if I did not meet Kristy and Emily, that’s just a simple fact. Litigation is expensive for anyone, but their caring approach, professionalism, industry experience both domestically and internationally are worth ten times what they charge. You won’t be just another number, another client and you will have a genuine commitment by an amazing team that stop at nothing to drive the best possible outcome for you, you won’t get that somewhere else because I tried. I rarely leave reviews, I’m not paid to do this review, I wasn’t asked to do this review. It’s the truth for anyone who’s scared to make a wrong decision, call them because that is the only right decision you can make. I won’t forget you guys. Thank you. Regarding some of the negative reviews, just remember the “client instructs the lawyer” not the other way around. Forte are very clear on this from day one.
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Hayli Haworth
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Forte Family Lawyers have been absolutely exceptional throughout our matter. From the very beginning, the entire team demonstrated professionalism, strategic thinking, compassion and an incredible depth of family law knowledge. A special thank you to Jacky Campbell, whose strategy, experience and understanding of the family law system were second to none. Jacky always seemed several steps ahead, gave honest and practical advice, and approached every issue with confidence and precision. Having someone so knowledgeable leading the matter provided enormous reassurance during an incredibly stressful time. Sarah Clarke deserves enormous recognition for her outstanding dedication, attention to detail and work ethic throughout the entire process. Sarah was incredibly thorough and consistently demonstrated an exceptional understanding of the file, even across a huge volume of material and complex issues. Her memory and retention of detail were genuinely impressive and she always seemed completely across every development, date, allegation, document and strategic point without anything ever needing to be repeated. She was proactive, organised, responsive and clearly invested in achieving the best possible outcome for us. Her professionalism and commitment gave us enormous confidence at every stage. Roderick Rajesh was also fantastic throughout the process. Although he joined the matter later on, he came into the file completely across every detail almost immediately, which gave us enormous confidence in his ability and professionalism. His memory, retention of information and understanding of the history of the matter were genuinely impressive. Combined with his calm, supportive and reassuring nature, he made a huge difference during some very stressful periods. He always took the time to listen, explain things clearly and provide thoughtful guidance when it was needed most. Silvia at reception was always incredibly warm, welcoming and helpful. She consistently provided amazing customer service and made communication with the firm easy and comfortable. The entire team at Forte Family Lawyers worked collaboratively, efficiently and professionally throughout our matter. You can tell they genuinely care about their clients and take pride in achieving the best possible outcomes. We cannot recommend Forte Family Lawyers highly enough to anyone needing experienced, strategic and compassionate family law representation.
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Kerry Nixon
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At a time when life looked incredibly bleak, the wonderful team at Forte Family Lawyers gave me hope and allayed my worst fears. Kristy Haranas patiently explained how the law worked, helped me comprehend the uncertainty associated with court action, and fought hard for a settlement I can live with. Yes, Kristy, it would have been an interesting case to litigate, and I thank you enormously for not letting me take that path. Jackie Campbell and Sarah Clarke were equally fabulous.
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The expertise and professionalism I received from Jemma Mackenzie and the team at Forte was outstanding. They took the time to listen to my concerns, understand my situation, and at every stage helped me understand the legal process and the options available. Forte's team made me feel supported, knowledgeable and empowered to make the decisions required for my matter. I highly recommend!
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Reflecting on the last 2 & a half years & where our family are now, thank you Forte Team. From Sylvia’s friendly welcome to the enormous amount of time, effort, prompt advice & caring support Jacky, Sarah & all involved consistently gave us. You guided us through very complex circumstances with compassion & professional focus. Because of you, we are now part of a village helping a child to have the best life possible.
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Thorough and compassionate advice provided by Kristy under urgent and distressing circumstances. Thank you 🙏
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Sarah Nicholas
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I want to thank Jason & Elizabeth for the time taken to share their legal expertise not only with a high level of knowledge & understanding of the system, but also with the utmost care and empathy. I won’t forget how I went into that appointment feeling empty & how I left feeling like I had a sense of direction and a new found hope that the light at the end of the tunnel was closer in sight than initially expected. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

Contact Forte Family Lawyers

Our experienced team is here to help you navigate the complexities of international family law and advocate for your rights. If you’re facing legal issues related to international divorce matters, please get in touch with our highly experienced lawyers today.

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Our professional Family Lawyers in Melbourne are ready to listen.

Level 15
600 Bourke Street
Melbourne 3000 Victoria Australia

PO Box 13172
Law Courts
8010 Victoria Australia

Telephone
+61 3 9248 5800

Email
enquiries@fortefamilylawyers.com.au

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