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Melbourne Divorce Lawyer founder and principal lawyer, John Velos began his legal studies in 1975, studying Law and Commerce and obtaining a double degree of Commerce and Law from Melbourne University.
He continued his studies and obtained a Master of Laws degree from Melbourne University in Commercial Law, Finance and International Law.
Shortly after John Velos obtained his admission qualifications, he practiced in Family
His legal practice is conveniently located in the heart of the CBD legal precinct diagonally opposite the Family Court, Federal Circuit Court
With a philosophy of philanthropy and community, John Velos regularly provides free legal advice directly to people in need who are in financial difficulty. He believes that giving back to the community is an important pillar of being actively involved in local community matters. John Velos served as a Councillor from 1983 to 1992 for the City of Prahran (now part of the City of Stonnington which includes Inner Melbourne, Prahran, Windsor, South Yarra
Having operated out of South Yarra for many years, John has more recently relocated his practice into the CBD to be close to the William Street Courts and in particular to be directly opposite the Family Court, the Federal Court
This proximity to the Family Court, Federal Circuit Court
John Velos, with consistent performance over 35 years has carved out a highly respected reputation within Family Law, Property Law, Criminal Law, Commercial Law, Conveyancing, Bankrupcy/Insolvency, Wills and Probate and many other areas of legal practice.
With a constant strive for excellence and personal service to our
Our firm is conveniently located at Level 6, 326 William Street, Melbourne, across the road from Flagstaff Station, the Commonwealth Law Courts of Family Court, Federal Court and Federal Magistrates Court and many of the other Courts convenient to our
We invite you to contact Melbourne Divorce Lawyer and receive valuable professional advice with sound experience, integrity, value for money for your legal needs.
Binding Financial Agreements
Also known as a BFA, prenuptial agreement or financial agreement. A binding financial agreement refers to a range of different types of agreements that are enforceable by law.
Child Support and maintenance
Following the end of a relationship or marriage, child support (or child maintenance) they be paid is an ongoing and periodic payment made by a parent to the financial well-being of the child.
collaborative family law
Collaborative law is a method of resolving a dispute with the aid of a lawyer, but without the courts.
consent orders
If you are currently looking into having a consent order for either property, or for how your child will spend time with each parent, we can help advise you.
conveyancing and property transfers
Property Law is complex and Divorce Lawyer Melbourne can help you buy, sell or transfer any type of property with ease.
defacto and same sex relationships
In 2009 changes to the laws in Australia have made it so that de facto relationships have similar rights and obligations as married couples. This means that many of the same rules including those related to finances and children still apply.
domestic violence
Domestic violence, also known as family violence not only goes by different names across Australia, but also has similar but different laws.
injunctions and restraining orders
The Family court has the power to grant personal protection order to protect children, parents and others that regularly spend time with a child.
These are similar to violence protection orders however these are granted through the Family Court rather than the Magistrates Court. Personal protection orders are often granted as part of a matter being heard by the Family Court to provide an additional level of protection to the safety or well-being of the child or carer.
legal advice on child matters
When making decisions on the custody and care for a child after a separation or divorce, the courts rule in favour of what is in the best interests of the child.
property division and property settlements
The Family Law Act of 1975 as amended forms the framework for determining the division of property when a marriage or relationship ends and in most cases, the division of property.
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John Velos
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Divorce Lawyer Melbourne
“As principal and founder of Divorce Lawyer Melbourne, I can promise dedication, professionalism
John Velos B.Com, LLB, LLM (Melb), Master of Laws
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Domestic Violence
Domestic violence, also known as family violence not only goes by different names across Australia, but also has similar but different laws.
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Conveyancing
Property Law is complex and Divorce Lawyer Melbourne can help you buy, sell or transfer any type of property with ease.
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Consent Orders
If you are currently looking into having a consent order for either property, or for how your child will spend time with each parent, we can help advise you.
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Injunctions
Injunction orders are to prevent a person from taking specific actions. These may be related to entering certain places (such as a home, workplace or school) or they could relate to a wide range of other behaviours.
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