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A second opinion is when a lawyer provides their opinion on your matter, based on the law, after you have already received an opinion from another lawyer. This opinion may offer different insights, or it may be very similar to the initial opinion you received.

The Australian Government’s same-sex law reform package passed through Parliament in November 2008. Steel Legal is up to date with all the legislative changes that have taken place in the last decade or so, and can advise you on all aspects of family law in relation to same-sex relationships.

Steel Legal is one of the few family law firms that offers legal advice in the area of surrogacy, advising on various aspects of the process such as the legalities around engaging and compensating a surrogate, and the rights and obligations of all parties.

In Australia, both parties must receive independent and separate legal advice outlining the advantages and disadvantages of the pre-nuptial agreement before it is signed. If properly drawn and executed this agreement supersedes the jurisdiction of the Family Court and the Family Law Act.

Steel Legal is highly experienced in all types of applications to the Family Court and can assist you at all points of the process. We understand that dealing with the legal system can be confusing and overwhelming, and we aim to help you navigate the process to achieve the best possible outcome.