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Tenacious Defender.

Fearless Advocate.

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Fiercely Human.
Fearlessly Strategic.
Law, Done Differently.

We are not your typical law firm.

We lead with heart, back it with strategy, and never lose sight of the human behind the matter.

At Melmark you are not just another file. You’re someone with a story — and we are here to help you reclaim it.

Melmark Law. Strong. Kind. Unapologetically Human.

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Are you dealing with a narcissist or someone with unreasonable expectations?

  • Withholding kids or using them as pawns
  • Fabricating lies to get an ADVO
  • Controlling you through finances
  • Threats & intimidation
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Five things you can do to protect yourself

from the lies and schemes of a former partner

1

Lock down your digital life

Change passwords, remove shared devices, and check cloud access. If they had access once, assume they still might.
2

Keep everything in writing

Communicate via text or parenting apps only. Verbal conversations leave room for denial and distortion.
3

Be careful what you disclose

What you say to third parties (including support services) can be subpoenaed. Not everything is as private as you think.
4

Document everything

Keep a timeline of incidents, payments, and interactions. Contemporaneous notes can become powerful evidence.
5

Get strong legal representation early

Delay gives the other side time to control the narrative. Early strategy = stronger position and fewer surprises.
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Peace of mind knowing that we have the expertise, skill, and reputation to get the result that you deserve.

How we will fight for you

when your former partner is being unreasonable

1

We won’t negotiate with terrorists

Often people with narcissistic or control issues will delight in rejecting reasonable offers. The time to negotiate is when they feel exposed or vulnerable or they have moved on to another partner.
2

We won’t be moved by their charm, manipulation, or playing the victim

We are experienced in dealing with narcissistic / control issues and know how to expose hidden agendas and motives.
3

We develop a clear strategy

We will identify exactly the evidence that we need to get the best outcome and will work hard with you to build the best possible case.
4

We will train you how to respond

It is important that you communicate appropriately so that your case is not compromised. Being firm but respectful is the best way to respond. We pride ourselves on making ourselves available to our clients when they need practical help.
5

We fight back

The law gives us what we need to level the playing field. Whether it is seeking urgent interim orders to get access to children, or a Family violence Intervention Order where there is coercive control, or spousal maintenance when there is financial control, we will fight to protect your rights.
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Property Settlement Calculator

Do you want to know what you’re likely to receive in a property settlement?

Your assessment will be personally reviewed / Not generic advice.

Melanie will personally assess your responses and provide a strategic indication of your likely percentage entitlement.

Fill out the information below and we will have Melanie provide you with an advice on what percentage of the asset pool you are likely to receive.

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Our costs

First appointment
free

We are a
Just Fund Partner

Just Fund covers your legal expenses. You repay the loan when you reach settlement. There are no upfront costs.

Honest & transparent
fee disclosure

Fixed fee billing
where possible

Need help with parenting issues?

Melanie is a Powerful Negotiator, a Tenacious Defender, and Fearless Advocate when she needs to be.

She is also trained in collaborative law and will work hard for you to negotiate a parenting plan that works for you and your children where an amicable settlement is possible.

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A Practical Guide for Fathers where an IVO is preventing contact with your children

Industry Leading Lawyer & Lawfirm

Melanie is recognised by the legal industry, her peers and the press as an industry leading lawyer who can speak with authority on Family Law Issues.

The perfect win/win outcome

Are you looking for an amicable settlement?

A Collaborative Law approach is the best way for each party to get what they want.

How it works:

  • It involves lawyers for both parties who have been trained in collaborative law and committed to work together to get a mutually acceptable outcome. They take on the case for the sole purpose of achieving a mutually acceptable settlement and cannot represent you in court if a settlement is not reached.
  • There are open discussions about the needs and goals of each person.
  • Neutral professionals can be involved to provide practical advice to the parties. These professionals can include financial advisors, child specialists, counsellors, business analysts, etc.
We are Collaborative law accredited
Why you would choose a Collaborative law approach
  • It’s Cost effective: Settlements can be achieved quickly avoiding long drawn-out court battles.
  • You Stay in the Driver’s Seat: Together, you and your former partner make the decisions — not a judge.
  • Support Every Step of the Way: You can have advisors, counsellors, child specialists with you as you work on what the future looks like for you and your loved ones.
  • It Preserves Relationships: Especially where children are involved, reducing conflict helps protect the co-parenting relationship.
  • It’s Future-Focused: Agreements are tailored and built to last.

Business Family Law experts

Do you own a business?

You can trust our experience and expertise

  • We specialise in complex family law matters and understand the workings of a business and the complexities that apply.
  • We will fight to get the outcome you deserve.
  • We are innovative and creative in our thinking to provide practical solutions to complex issues.
  • We are collaborative law trained and can work with you, your key staff, accountants, etc to bring about a settlement without long-protracted legal proceedings.

Spousal Maintenance

Cut Off Financially After Separation? You May Be Entitled to Urgent Spousal Maintenance.

Spousal maintenance is financial support paid by one party where you cannot adequately support yourself, and your former partner has the capacity to pay.

It can include:

  • Weekly payments
  • Lump sum payments
  • Payment of mortgage, rent, or bills
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and get the advice and representation that you need.

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