Family & Divorce Lawyer

Our expert Erina and Central Coast divorce lawyers simplify the divorce process, reducing stress and costs. Focus on your future while we handle the complexities with care and professionalism.






    CopperTree Family Law

    Professional Lawyers and Consultants

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    Divorce

    A confidential discussion with
    a divorce lawyer before you broach the subject of separation with your partner..
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    Parental Arrangements

    Although commonly referred to as ‘child custody’, this terminology is no longer used in legislation about parenting disputes..
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    Financial Settlements

    If you and your former partner can agree on the property settlement, that is certainly the most cost-effective way forward..
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    Wills and Estates

    It may not be something we like to think about, however, it is important to plan for the future distribution of your assets..

    CopperTree Family Law

    Trusted | Experience | Reliable

    Personalized Legal Strategies

    We tailor our legal approaches to fit your specific circumstances, ensuring that your individual needs and goals are prioritized in every case.

    Sensitive Issues Compassionate Support

    Our team is trained to handle sensitive matters with empathy, providing a safe space for clients facing domestic and family violence.

    Holistic Family Solutions

    Beyond divorce and custody, we offer comprehensive services that address all family law issues, including financial settlements and mediation, to foster amicable resolutions.

    Approach Community-Oriented

    As a Central Coast-based firm, we are deeply committed to serving our local community, understanding the unique challenges faced by families in our region and advocating for their best interests.

    Empowerment Through Education

     We believe in equipping our clients with knowledge about their rights and options, enabling them to make confident and informed decisions throughout the legal process.

    Facing A Divorce Situation Currently?

    Meet our Team

    Cheryl

    Cheryl

    Cheryl established CopperTree Family Law in 2018 to assist families navigate the family law system with a focus on traditional customer service and guidance throughout the whole process.
    Cheryl holds a Master of Laws (Applied Law) (LLM) majoring in Family Law and Wills and Estates. With previous experience in employment law. She holds admission to the Supreme Court of NSW and the High Court of Australia. Cheryl regularly appears in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia as an advocate.
    Glenda

    Glenda

    Alongside a successful 25-year career in travel agency management, Glenda took up the challenge to support the CopperTree Family Law team when the opportunity arose during Covid. Glenda serves as a Legal Secretary and is dedicated to helping our clients navigate what can often be a highly emotional and stressful time. With extensive experience in customer service, she is understanding and professional in any situation. Glenda spends her weekends with family and friends and standing behind the white line watching her two teenage children play soccer. She loves the beach, travelling the world, reading travel blogs and planning her next adventure.
    Imogen

    Imogen

    Imogen first discovered a passion for the law in high school Legal Studies. She is currenting completing a Bachelor of Business, majoring in marketing (final year) and a Bachelor of Law (Honours) (second year) at the University of Newcastle. Imogen aspires to become a practicing lawyer to help provide assistance and support to those in need.
    Drawing from her background in hospitality, Imogen is dedicated to assisting clients in the best way she can and ensuring they receive the utmost level of friendly, compassionate, and professional service which is especially important during what can be potentially stressful times.

    What people say about us

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    Joanne Swadling
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    I am grateful at how seamless the divorce process was with Cheryl guiding me through it. She's warm and understanding yet draws a very clear line when explaining obligations and potential outcomes to ensure that I knew exactly what was coming ahead. I'm particularly grateful for my initial consultation because I came out of the meeting knowing exactly what my obligations were and what steps I needed to take to navigate the divorce process at the same time my mother was dying. I have since been back to have other family documents drawn up and today, when I dropped in to collect some paperwork, she remembered me from 2 years prior and asked me how I was doing and was pleased to see me looking so well. She remembered very specific details about our interaction and what I had been through. Cheryl actually cares about her clients.
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    Julie Julie
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    Cheryl and her team are highly organised, informative and professional. They deliver on their word and always ensure that you are clear on next steps. Copper Tree helped me achieve the best outcome for my children and I would highly recommend their services to anyone needing help!!
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    Ely M
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    Very good I recommend to my friends and family all the time.
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    Chloe Wallace
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    Very happy with the advice Cheryl gave and provided peace of mind.
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    Sarah Gibbons
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    Cheryl is dedicated and will go above and beyond. She has expertise that makes you feel confident. She is organised and thorough. I would recommend copper tree family law to anyone who feels that they need someone to advocate for them. I was always heard and Cheryl always did everything within her power to ensure a good outcome. She never gave up and was always available when I needed to ask questions. Cheryl and her team were professional and so invested and all genuinely cared about the situation and did more than expected. She was always comforting and reassuring but always said what the outcome could be and was always realistic. The team were helpful and explained everything that was going on, helping me through it step by step. I do not think that we would have gotten the outcome that we did without Copper Tree family law. Having Cheryl advocate for me made all the difference and I am thankful that I found her firm as the outcome has been life changing and I believe without her assistance I would be in a very different position today. I am very grateful for all that her and her team have done and would highly recommend her.
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    Shane MacDonald
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    To say that I am forever grateful for what Cheryl and the team at Coppertree have done for my son and I would be an absolute understatement. I had started my case with other firms and unfortunately I didn’t receive the service I was after. I was then prompted to head over and see Cheryl about my case to see what she could do for me. From our initial chat together I knew things were about to change, everything turned and started to head into the direction I needed it to. Cheryl was always very open and honest with me and always so willing listen to what I had to say, which was a fair bit at times haha. Cheryl was always honest about what I could possibly achieve and she went above and beyond each and every time to facilitate this for me. I went from a period of time where I had no time at all with my son due to some pretty interesting situations, through to a point where my final orders have been stamped with something I honestly only ever dreamt of. Cheryl made this possible through her professionalism, dedication and her sheer will to do everything she could for my son and I. Throughout the entire process Cheryl was always available for a chat and she was always incredibly supportive which is something I am forever grateful for. To know Cheryl was there so I could even to let go of whatever was on my mind was just very comforting and it definitely got me through the process much easier. Natasha was also a pivotal part of the process and always so willing to help in every way possible. I was Always met with a smile or a cheerful phone call and she absolutely has huge sense of professionalism that keeps it’s all ticking along in the background that’s for sure. As a father in the system, I would absolutely recommend Cheryl and Natasha at Coppertree to facilitate anything you require. Be honest with yourself and your children and they will work their fingers to the bone to achieve the best possible outcome for you. Cheryl and Natasha, I can’t thank you both enough for everything. Myself and Noah will be in debt to you both for the life you have given us as we move forward with it all. You have given us plenty of smiles together already and no doubt they will only grow as we move along with life. Thank you. Shane and Noah
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    Natalie Bevan
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    I would like to say a HUGE thank-you to all the hard work and everything you put into this for us. It is such a massive weight off my shoulders and you did an amazing job throughout the whole thing. You have changed our life for the better and I cannot thank-you enough! Its a credit to your hard work and dedication (all hours of the day/night). I can actually focus on rebuilding my life and future life with my child and I will never forget what you have done for us. I highly recommend Cheryl and her beautiful staff they go above an beyond but most of all she is very professional and extremely caring throughout the whole process.
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    Janice ha
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    From my experience I found them easy to deal with and straight to the point with advice.... which is all you really want in these sort of matters

    Contact Information

    At CopperTree Family Law, located in Erina on the Central Coast, we understand the complexities of family matters such as divorce, separation, and child custody.

     

    We prioritize your safety and well-being, offering compassionate guidance in cases of domestic and family violence. Whether you are facing a challenging separation or need assistance with financial arrangements, we are here to empower you to make informed decisions and achieve a fair resolution.

     

    Are You Thinking of a Divorce?

    The end of one chapter can be a difficult and emotional journey. Let CopperTree Family Law offer the support and legal expertise you need to move forward with clarity and confidence.