Family lawyers · Gold Coast
Straight answers on separation, property and parenting. A family law team led by someone who’s been on your side of the desk.
Free 15-minute initial consultation by phone. Leave your details and our team will contact you to arrange a time.
Real people. Direct advice.
Corey Harrison · Director, Family Lawyer & Mediator
01 / How we help
You don’t need to have everything worked out before you speak to a lawyer. We’ll help you understand where you stand.
The home, superannuation, debts or a business. Get advice on what needs to be considered, including complex assets and concerns about financial disclosure.
Understand your property optionsStart with a free 15-minute consultation.
Care arrangements, communication and decisions about your children. Advice on parenting plans, consent orders and more complex parenting disputes.
Talk through parenting optionsStart with a free 15-minute consultation.
Understand the steps involved in ending a marriage and how divorce fits alongside your property and parenting arrangements. We can assist with applications and advice before or after separation.
Ask about separationExplore negotiation and mediation where suitable. If agreement isn’t possible, we can advise on court proceedings and represent you. A lawyer advising you and a neutral mediator have different roles; we’ll explain the options.
Discuss your optionsAdvice on binding financial agreements after separation, including understanding an agreement you have been asked to sign. We don’t prepare prenuptial agreements.
Ask about an agreementAdvice on Queensland protection order applications and responses, and their connection with parenting and other family law issues. For a matter in NSW, speak with us about the appropriate pathway. If anyone is in immediate danger, call 000.
Speak with our team02 / A personal perspective
Corey became a family lawyer after going through his own separation and family law matters. That experience shapes how Acute works: listen carefully, be direct, and talk openly about costs.
Start with your free 15-minute consultation.
The Acute team
Led by Corey, our lawyers and support team help you take the next step.
Joe brings family law and courtroom experience, with a practical approach and a focus on clear communication.
A word from Corey
Hear from Corey about Acute and his approach to family law and legal costs.
Talk through your next stepFree 15-minute initial phone consultation.
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03 / Taking the first step
You don’t need to know the legal process. You do deserve to understand what happens next.
Call or leave your details to request your free 15-minute initial phone consultation. Our team will contact you to arrange a time.
Use your free 15-minute phone consultation to discuss your circumstances, ask questions and understand your options and the next steps.
If you choose to engage us, we’ll set out the work and costs so you understand how your matter will move forward.
Making an enquiry doesn’t commit you to engaging the firm.
Request your free consultationClear advice. Clear expectations.
In your initial consultation, we’ll discuss practical ways to manage your legal costs, from organising information to making communication more efficient. You should understand what you’re paying for.
Discuss your options and costsFree 15-minute initial phone consultation.
Client experiences
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Corey was very caring, understanding, professional and worked hard to get the best outcome for myself and my daughter.
Throughout my proceedings, there were hurdles thrown by the other party and Corey was able to help me navigate this with his exceptional knowledge of family law.
04 / A few useful answers
Based in Southport, with a Brisbane office and video consultations for clients further afield.
Also assisting clients in Logan, Tweed and the Northern Rivers of NSW. Start with a free phone consultation; ask our team about arrangements for ongoing advice.
No. Tell us whether your concerns involve property, children, divorce or a combination. We’ll help you identify the issues and what information to bring to a consultation.
Start by requesting a time with our team.
Your appointment is confirmed when you arrange it with the team.
Not necessarily. Negotiation or mediation may be suitable. We’ll explain your options and can represent you in court if proceedings are needed.
Yes. We advise on property matters involving businesses, superannuation, debts and other assets, including concerns about financial disclosure. Advice will depend on your circumstances.
Yes. A consultation can help you understand your options for property and children before you decide what to do next.
Yes — start with a free 15-minute phone consultation. We assist clients in Brisbane, Logan, Tweed and the Northern Rivers of NSW. Video consultations are also available for ongoing advice.
For interstate matters with a Sydney connection, ask about our Parramatta office. Our team will confirm a suitable arrangement for your location and matter.
Your free 15 minutes
Start with a free 15-minute initial phone consultation. Leave a few details and our team will contact you to arrange a time.
A personal first point of contact.Matilda Harrison, Practice Manager, is part of the team helping you get started.
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