Family Law

Family Law with Compassion:

Natalie Alexander

Legal Practitioner Director

For Natalie Alexander family law is more than just a professional focus, it is a true passion. Natalie is an experienced family lawyer and Accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP). Drawing on her extensive legal experience, Natalie understands firsthand the emotional and practical challenges families face during separation, parenting disputes and property matters.

Family law matters in Hervey Bay, Brisbane and across Australia are often highly personal and emotionally charged. They involve not only legal rights but also critical aspects of life, including children, homes, finances and future security. Natalie combines empathy, professionalism and deep family law expertise, to guide clients through these complex matters, offering practical solutions while prioritising the best interests of the child. 

A Career Grounded in Family Law

Natalie has extensive legal experience in private practice, not-for-profit organisations, and the Queensland Government. Natalie represents her clients in all areas of family law, including parenting disputes, property settlements, mediation, divorce and domestic and family violence matters.

Natalie’s approach is practical, empathetic, and focused on achieving just and equitable outcomes. She is skilled in both Court representation and facilitating amicable agreements through mediation. With strong expertise in supporting families in crisis. Natalie prioritises clear communication, early legal advice and proactive case management. Clients describe her as approachable, compassionate, and dedicated to achieving justice, fairness and strong legal outcomes that protect their rights.

Personal Understanding of the Family Court

Natalie’s has deep empathy for her clients stems not only from her extensive professional experience but also from her lived experience. She has personally navigated the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia with her own children.

Natalie understands the stress, uncertainty and emotional toll that family law proceedings can bring. She knows how daunting it can feel to sit in a Courtroom, waiting for decisions that impact your children, your home and your future.

Natalie is acutely aware of the lengthy, complexities and costly nature of the Family Court processes and how matters can escalate if not managed carefully. 

Family Law: How We Can Help You

As experienced Family Lawyers and Nationally Accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners (FDRP), we are here to guide you through every step of the process. With professionalism, compassion and practical cost-effective solutions. We also offer mediation services Australia wide.

Parenting Arrangements

When a couple separates, important decisions must be made about where the child will live, how much time they will spend with each parent and who will make decisions regarding their welfare.

At Justice Law & Mediation, we can help you:

  • Advise on your rights and responsibilities as a parent under the relevant laws.

  • Negotiate and formalise parenting arrangements, property settlements and divorce applications.

  • Represent you in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.

  • Support you with alternative dispute resolution, including mediation for parenting and property disputes, to reach child-focused agreements. We can also assist with issuing a Section 60I certificate if required.

    Property and Financial Settlements

    A separation often involves dividing assets, property and debts. At Justice Law & Mediation we can:

    • Help you identify and value assets for property division.
    • Advise you on ‘just and equitable’ property divisions. 
    • Negotiate settlements outside of Court wherever possible to save time, stress and legal costs.
    • Draft consent orders or binding financial agreements to formalise the outcome and provide certainty.

    Divorce Applications

    At Justice Law & Mediation We assist with:

    • Preparing and filing divorce applications, adhering to service requirements.
    • Advising on relevant timeframes (marriage and or de facto relationships).
    • Representing you in Court proceedings.

    Domestic and Family Violence

    If your family law matter involves domestic or family violence (DFV), Justice Law & Mediation can provide expert guidance and representation. Natalie our Principal Lawyer has a decade of experience as a Police Officer, dealing with DFV. We have a zero-tolerance approach to DFV and are committed to protecting the safety and rights of victims.

    Mediation/Dispute Resolution

    Court proceedings can be costly and stressful. Justice Law & Mediation encourages mediation and alternative dispute resolution to help families reach amicable, child-focused agreements, saving time, money and emotional strain.

    As Nationally Accredited FDRPs, we provide mediation services in Hervey Bay, Brisbane, and remotely across Australia, supporting clients to resolve disputes without unnecessary litigation.

    Why Choose Us?

    At Justice Law & Mediation, we understand that every family is different, and every case is unique. Our approach is:

    • Compassionate: We listen and provide support during difficult times.
    • Practical: We focus on cost-effective solutions that achieve lasting outcomes.
    • Experience: We draw on our extensive legal expertise across family law, mediation, DFV, criminal law and child protection, to ensure justice is served for every client.
    • Client-focused: The best interests of your children and you are always our priority.
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