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HOW WE CAN HELP YOU

Family Law

We can assist you in all matters relating to Family Law – from representation in divorce matters and the negotiation and division of assets to organising a parenting arrangement that works best for your family. Dettmann Phair Lawyers have the experience and ability to simplify the process for you and to garner an optimal result.

Property & Personal

Specialising in all legal matters related to business practices, childcare law, and property and lease agreements, we are the first port of call. Also, for personal matters including estate planning, probate, conveyancing and more.

Litigation & Disputes

Commercial and civil litigation matters can be tricky, particularly if the parties have exhausted all avenues of resolution and mediation and there has been no success. Allow us to help and represent you using our years of knowledge in settling disputes and securing optimal results.

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Parenting & Child Matters

All matters related to child custody and child support. We’ve represented parents on both sides of the courtroom, As kids are usually the innocent bystanders in divorce proceedings, we focus on the best interests of the child along with ensuring that our client has a just resolution and optimal result.

Wills & Estates

Preparation of last wills and testaments for those who wish to ensure that their assets are delegated according to their wishes. Ensure that your last wishes are followed through and are legally binding. When a loved one dies, we can assist you to carry out the wishes and stipulations of the will. We will guide you through the process of a ”grant of probate”.

Property & Financial Matters

Property disputes can be emotionally taxing, particularly if it follows a death or divorce. Will disputes can be difficult to negotiate, and divorce proceedings can be long-lasting and particularly difficult to objectively approach. Allow us to mediate and negotiate on your behalf and ensure that you receive the result you want.

Property & Business Services

We have the experience and resources to represent clients in all property transactions, whether that means purchasing your first home, selling your investment property, preparing contracts for the sale of a business or commercial property or reviewing and advising on such contracts, preparing and reviewing retail or commercial leases or drafting and advising on deeds of agreement to lease and lease.

Divorce

Determination of divorce eligibility, as well as the facilitating of the appropriate guidance to begin proceedings. We’re with you every step of the way and endeavour to simplify the process for you and to have you moving on with your life while securing a settlement and split that is amicable for you and agreed upon by all parties.

Litigation & Disputes

Business entities and business disputes will often require the services of experienced commercial litigators and solicitors. Dettmann Phair Lawyers have the commercial knowhow and acumen and offer effective and efficient advice in matters relating to commercial and civil litigation matters. Utilise our experience in litigation and dispute resolution matters to ensure you have the best result possible.

OUR TEAM

Damian Phair

Principal Lawyer, LLB, LLM Accredited Specialist

Vanessa Wang

Senior Associate, LLB

Damian Phair

Principal Lawyer, LLB, LLM Accredited Specialist

Vanessa Wang

Senior Associate, LLB

TESTIMONIAL

Kim Henderson

2023-03-28

Damian and his great team achieved for me what no previous representation could. Damian presented the facts and achieved results with professionalism, clarity and accuracy at every turn. This firm has has been a pillar of strength for me over 18 months of litigation - he held my head high when I had lost hope. If you want real representation for a real outcome, Damian and his wonderful team can assist.

Stefanie Srbinovska

2022-08-05

Damian and his team are very professional and knowledgeable and we're committed from the very start to getting the best result for my matter. His hard work and dedication left me with a result I was extremely happy with. I would highly recommend Damian and his team to anyone. Thank you Damian !!

Lucy MacLennan

2021-09-15

We have been using Dettmann Phair lawyers for all our family matters for years and can not fault the service or level of attention we are provided with. Trusted firm that I could not recommend more.

Gianni Vecchio

2021-09-10

The best decision I ever made was to engage the services of Dettman Phair Lawyers over 15 years ago. Damian and his team have provided me with exceptional service and excellent results over that time and I cant recommend them highly enough.

Ian Wymer

2021-09-10

In my opinion Dettmann Phair Lawyers are one of the best in Sydney, They have a passion to win and assisted me to get my small children back (very rare for a single dad) I cannot speak more highly of this firm, and everyone who works in this firm, Thankyou so much !!!

Daniel Schirripa

2021-09-09

Damian Phair and his team are the only legal team I trust in dealing with any personal, business and family matters. They are thorough with their service, always responsive and professional in their communication, no detail is ever left unturned. I can rely on them to always get the job done, fairly, completely and efficiently.

Nick P

2021-09-08

Dettmann Phair Lawyers is by far one of the most professional and knowledgeable legal practices that I have had the pleasure to deal with. Having Damian and his team in my corner during a recent legal issue has been a godsend and I am forever thankful. Highly recommend Dettman Phair Lawyers to anybody needing an excellent lawyer to represent them.

Gino Cassaniti

2021-09-08

I have been using Damian for years. He's been great. His advice and professionalism was absolutely outstanding. I have referred all my friends to him as they are in good hands.

M B

2021-08-15

I have been a client of the firm for many years with my family law matter and at all times the advice that was given was timely, professional with exceptional attention to the details that may affect the case. At each stage of the process I was always kept up to date and informed of all the options. This gave me confidence that the right actions were being taken, it was definitely the right decision for me to engage with Dettmann Phair and thus I have no hesitation in recommending them.

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