Brisbane Family Lawyers for Separation and Divorce
Brisbane-based family lawyers, acting for clients across Australia.
Phone 07 3532 4040
Masters in Family Law
The College of Law
Principal-led
Rees personally oversees every matter
Limited caseload
Direct access and timely communication
Brisbane CBD office
Acting for clients across Australia
Mr. Rees O'Brien
Principal Solicitor of RO Family Law
Rees is an admitted legal practitioner (Lawyer) who has devoted his career to the practice of Family Law. He holds a Masters degree in Family Law from the College of Law. He has acted for clients in countless family law matters.
Rees has offices in Brisbane but provides family law legal services to clients across Australia.
Rees maintains a limited clientele at any one time to ensure his clients always receive the highest standard of legal representation.
If you would like to discuss the services Rees can provide you, please phone 07 3532 4040 and request to speak with his Executive Assistant, Mrs. Darby or book a call back below.
How we can help
Family law advice and representation in Brisbane and across Australia.
Separation & Divorce
Applying for divorce, serving your former partner and what to sort out after separation.
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Parenting Arrangements
Parenting plans, consent orders and court proceedings focused on your children’s best interests.
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Property Settlement
Dividing property, superannuation and debts after a marriage or de facto relationship ends.
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Spousal Maintenance
Seeking, or responding to, a claim for financial support from a former partner.
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Domestic & Family Violence
Protection orders in Queensland and how family violence affects your family law matter.
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Consent Orders
Turning an agreement into legally binding court orders without a court hearing.
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Financial Agreements (BFAs)
Agreements before, during or after a relationship about how property will be divided.
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Common questions
What types of matters does Rees accept?
Rees advises clients in relation to parenting arrangements, property settlements, financial disputes, domestic violence matters and related family law proceedings.
Does Rees personally handle every matter?
Yes. Clients retain Rees directly. Legal strategy, advice and key decisions remain under his personal supervision throughout the matter.
Why does Rees maintain a limited caseload?
Rees limits the number of matters he accepts to ensure each client receives direct access, timely communication and careful strategic consideration.
Does Rees accept every enquiry?
No. Prospective matters are assessed to determine whether they are suitable for the practice and whether sufficient capacity exists to maintain the standard of service expected by clients.
What can I expect from my first consultation?
Clients can expect a detailed discussion of their circumstances, an assessment of key issues, identification of risks and opportunities, and practical guidance regarding their available options.
What distinguishes Rees from larger law firms?
Clients engage Rees for direct access to an experienced family lawyer, personalised strategic advice and a carefully managed caseload rather than a high-volume practice model.
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