Barnard Family Law Attorneys Pretoria

Your Trusted Family Lawyer in Pretoria - Compassionate Legal Care for Family Matters

At Barnard, we understand that navigating family law requires more than legal expertise; it demands the sensitivity, understanding, and personalised touch that our experienced Pretoria family lawyers bring to every case.

Our Family Law department specialises in a comprehensive range of services, from family mediation to complex international maintenance cases. With a deep commitment to the evolving field of family law, we’ve embraced collaborative divorce strategies, reflecting a progressive approach to legal resolutions.

The impact of family legal issues—marriages, divorces, maintenance disputes, and custody matters—resonates through all aspects of life. Recognising this, our Pretoria family lawyers work intimately with clients, ensuring that every case is handled with the utmost care and consideration for the future of their families.

Collaboration with Experts for Holistic Solutions

Our Pretoria family law experts collaborate closely with psychologists, social workers, and other specialists to address the multifaceted effects of divorce and separation. This multidisciplinary approach ensures comprehensive support, particularly in areas sensitive to the well-being of children and all parties involved.

Our Family Lawyers Can Assist with the following:

As leading Pretoria family lawyers, we offer specialised expertise in:

  • Divorce Mediation
  • Domestic Partnerships
  • LGBTQIA+ Rights
  • Maintenance
  • Mediation
  • Parental Rights and Responsibilities
  • Reproductive Law
  • Surrogacy Law

Choosing Barnard means partnering with a family lawyer who is not only an authority in family law but also a compassionate ally. Our team is here to protect your interests and those of your loved ones.

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