Helping families through change
Separation can be an emotionally challenging and difficult time for you and your children. We can help you make those important decisions about your children and property by providing a quick, cost effective alternative to court proceedings.
Depending on your needs, you might like to engage a Mediator, Lawyer or Parenting Coordinator
We have highly skilled family law professionals who provide a safe, reliable and confidential service. We work with you to help create a better future for you and your family.
How we can help you

Acting As Your Collaborative Lawyer
- We represent one of you to reach agreement
- We advise – we guide you & provide you with legal advice
- More formal process & engagement with other professionals
- Ideal when you need a more structured approach to avoid court

Acting As Your Mediator
- We help both of you reach agreement
- We facilitate – you control the conversation
- Less formal & simpler process
- Ideal when you would like to work without a lawyer or you already have a lawyer

Acting as your parenting coordinator
- We help with ongoing parenting arrangements
- A Parenting Coordinator keeps everyone on track and accountable
- Managing issues to support children when they need it most
- Fees for a Parenting Coordinator are a fraction of the usual costs with litigation
Our experts
At Spectrum Law & Mediations we have a wealth of knowledge and experience in helping people navigate the difficult circumstances surrounding family separations.
Mary Louise Hatch (Director)
Nationally Accredited Mediator | Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner | Parenting Co-ordinator | Lawyer
BA LLB LLM
Sandy Woolley (Director)
Mediator | Lawyer
BA LLB Grad Dip Bus Admin
What our clients say
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