LMC Lawyers
4/33-35 Stockton St
NELSON BAY NSW 2315
(02) 4044 0556
Family Law Initial Enquiry Questionnaire
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YOUR DETAILS
Thank you for contacting LMC Lawyers.
This questionnaire is designed to help us understand your circumstances and determine how we may be able to assist you. The information you provide is preliminary in nature and does not constitute legal advice. Please answer the questions as accurately as you can. If you are unsure of an answer, you may select "Unsure" or leave the question blank.
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WHAT CAN WE HELP YOU WITH?
Which of the following are you seeking assistance with? (Select all that apply)
Separation advice
Property settlement
Parenting arrangements
Divorce
Spousal maintenance
Family violence related matters
Urgent court application
Changing existing orders or agreements
Binding Financial Agreement
Other family law matter
Please briefly describe your circumstances:
IS YOUR MATTER URGENT?
Are there any circumstances that require urgent legal attention?
Yes
Please provide details:
No
Unsure
Do you have concerns about your safety or the safety of a child?
Yes
No
Prefer to discuss with a lawyer
CONFLICT CHECK INFORMATION
Have you previously contacted LMC Lawyers regarding this matter?
Yes
No
Unsure
To the best of your knowledge, has the other party ever contacted LMC Lawyers?
Yes
No
Unsure
Other Party
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Surname:
Date of Birth (if known):
COURT PROCEEDINGS
Has either party commenced Court proceedings?
Yes
No
Unsure
If yes, which Court?
Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
Local Court
Children's Court
Supreme Court
Other
Next Court Date (if known):
What issues are before the Court? (Select all that apply)
Parenting
Property Settlement
Family Violence
Child Support
Contravention Proceedings
Urgent Application
Other
Are there existing Court Orders, Parenting Plans, Financial Agreements or ADVOs?
Yes
Please provide details:
No
Unsure
RELATIONSHIP INFORMATION
Which best describes your circumstances?
I am considering separation
We have recently separated
We separated within the last 12 months
We separated more than 12 months ago
We separated some time ago and unresolved issues remain
Relationship Status:
Married
Separated but still married
Divorced
Current de facto relationship
Former de facto relationship
Unsure
Other
Approximate Date of Separation:
Length of Relationship:
Less than 2 years
2-5 years
5-10 years
10-20 years
More than 20 years
CHILDREN
If there are no children relevant to your matter, answer "No" to the first question below and skip the rest of this section.
Are there any children relevant to your matter?
Yes
No
Are any children under 18 years of age?
Yes
No
Are you seeking assistance with parenting arrangements?
Yes
No
Unsure
Child #1:
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Child Name/Initials:
Age:
Not Applicable
Child #2:
Provide Details
Child Name/Initials:
Age:
Not Applicable
Child #3:
Provide Details
Child Name/Initials:
Age:
Not Applicable
Child #4:
Provide Details
Child Name/Initials:
Age:
Not Applicable
Current Living Arrangements:
Primarily with me
Primarily with the other parent
Shared care
No current arrangement
Other
Do any of the following concerns apply? (Select all that apply)
Family violence concerns
Drug or alcohol concerns
Mental health concerns
Child safety concerns
Relocation concerns
Recovery of a child
None of the above
Prefer to discuss with a lawyer
PROPERTY AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Which assets or financial interests exist? (Select all that apply)
Family home
Investment property
Business
Trust
Farm or rural property
Shares or investments
Superannuation
Motor vehicles
Other significant assets
Unsure
How would you describe the overall financial circumstances?
Significant assets
Moderate assets
Limited assets
Unsure
Are you concerned about financial support following separation?
Yes
No
Unsure
To your knowledge, have assets been sold, transferred or otherwise dealt with since separation?
Yes
No
Unsure
Prefer to discuss with a lawyer
YOUR GOALS
What are your main concerns at this stage? (Select all that apply)
Understanding my legal rights and obligations
Parenting arrangements
Property settlement
Financial support
Formalising arrangements
Negotiating an agreement
Mediation or dispute resolution
Court proceedings
Divorce
Other
What outcome are you hoping to achieve?
Is there anything else we should know before contacting you?
CONTACT PREFERENCES
Preferred Contact Method:
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Is it safe for us to leave a voicemail?
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Are there any restrictions on how or when we should contact you?
Preferred Time for Contact:
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No Preference
HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT US?
How did you hear about LMC Lawyers?
Google Search
Existing Client
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Accountant
Financial Adviser
Counsellor or Psychologist
Other Lawyer
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THANK YOU
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