Our Expertise
Experience • Insight • Results
Business Law
Family Law
Property Law and Conveyancing
Mediation
Business Law
Building a strong legal foundation for your business diminishes the likelihood of legal problems and costly litigation in the future. We focus on pre-empting problems rather than having to solve them, so our clients avoid repetitive legal costs.
Our Business Law practice is geared towards new and existing enterprises. Our range of services includes:
- Registration of Companies
- Sale of business agreements
- Joint Ventures
- Shareholders agreements
- Employment contracts
- Service level agreements
- Terms & conditions
- Privacy policies
- Advice on Company legislation
- Registration of trademarks
- Contractual disputes
Family Law
Our Family Law practice focuses on aspects involving family relationships such as marriage, cohabitation, life partnerships, divorce, child custody, estate planning and administration of deceased estates.
Our family law services include:
- Marriage contracts (Antenuptials)
- Mediation – as an alternative to litigation
- Cohabitation agreements for unmarried couples who live together
- Separation agreements for married couples who have split but are unsure about whether they intend permanently parting ways.
- Drafting Wills
- Parenting plans, for married or unmarried parents of children under the age of 18
- Rights of unmarried fathers
- Custody disputes
- Divorce
- Family Trusts
- Administration of Deceased Estates
Property Law and Conveyancing
Our property law practice is geared towards speed, efficiency, accuracy and keeping our conveyancing clients informed on a weekly basis. The conveyancers at Curran Attorneys work closely with all role players every step of the way. Our clients also benefit from the services of our experienced litigation attorneys who assist with property-related disputes and queries.
Our property law and conveyancing services include:
- Property transfers and registrations (conveyancing)
- Property disputes
- Registration of Sectional Title Schemes
- Subdivisions and Consolidations
- Notarial work
- Drafting of Homeowners Association Constitutions and Rules
- Advice to Body Corporates and Trustees
- Leases
- Co-ownership of property (property partnership agreements)
What Is Mediation?
Mediation is a structured process facilitated by a neutral third party, known as a mediator, who helps disputing parties communicate effectively, explore options, and reach a mutually acceptable resolution. It is a swift, cost-effective alternative to court proceedings that focuses on solutions rather than conflict.
Mediation is a structured process facilitated by a neutral third party, known as a mediator, who helps disputing parties communicate effectively, explore options, and reach a mutually acceptable resolution. It is a swift, cost-effective alternative to court proceedings that focuses on solutions rather than conflict.
- Parties meet with an appointed mediator over one or more sessions.
- Each party shares their perspective, interests, and possible solutions.
- The mediator guides the discussion to identify issues, explore options, and encourage collaborative problem-solving.
- Once an agreement is reached, it is formalised in a written settlement that can be made an Order of Court.
Advantages of Mediation
- Control Over the Outcome – Parties craft their own agreement.
- Cost-Effective – Only the mediator’s fees are payable, typically shared between parties.
- Confidential – Discussions are private and cannot be used in court if mediation fails.
- Faster Resolution – Disputes can often be resolved in weeks, not years.
- Preserves Relationships – Collaborative approach reduces hostility and promotes understanding.
The Role of the Mediator
A mediator is a neutral facilitator who ensures both parties have the opportunity to be heard. They do not take sides or impose solutions but work to create an environment where constructive dialogue and problem-solving can take place.
- Family Law & Divorce – Parenting plans, asset division, divorce agreements, maintenance disputes.
- Commercial Mediation – Shareholder or director disputes, contract disagreements, business deadlock.
- Child Custody & Maintenance – Care and contact arrangements, child support agreements.