The practice of Family Law is generally understood to comprise the provision of advice and representation, whether by way of negotiation, judicial proceedings, alternative dispute resolution, mediation or arbitration, in all matters relating to spousal and parental rights arising from paternity, cohabitation, marriage, separation and divorce including: the preparation and negotiation of all manner of domestic and marriage contracts; acting with respect to the custody and access rights of parents and matters involving the welfare of children; acting with respect to spousal and child support and maintenance; advising with respect to the division of property interests consisting of rights in family property, business and professional activities, pensions and estates; and advising as to the tax implications of marriage and divorce.
