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Demarte Lawyers is a firm dedicated to providing reliable and effective legal solutions across family law, property law, conveyancing, wills, probates, commercial transactions, and business law....
Demarte Lawyers is a boutique general practice law firm established in 2001, specializing in family law, property law, conveyancing, wills and probates, and commercial transactions. Founded by Principal Serafina Demarte, the firm operates from two convenient locations in Victoria, Australia, providing personalized legal services with a commitment to achieving lasting positive changes in clients' lives through reliable, one-on-one legal counsel at competitive rates.
Demarte Lawyers offers comprehensive legal services across multiple practice areas:
Family Law: Complete family law services including divorces and dissolution of marriages, property settlements, residence and contact orders for children's issues, spousal maintenance arrangements, child support agreements and welfare arrangements, pre-nuptial agreements and binding financial agreements, de facto and domestic relationship matters, superannuation splitting, injunctions to protect property, mediation and conciliation conferences, and parenting issues resolution
Wills, Probates & Powers of Attorney: Estate planning and administration services encompassing wills and deceased estates preparation, grants of probate applications, letters of administration, powers of attorney documentation, Part IV claims for contesting wills, estate dispute resolution, and comprehensive estate planning guidance
Property Law & Conveyancing: Full-service property transaction management including purchasing and selling residential homes and commercial properties, contracts of sale preparation, Section 32 vendor's statements, auction contracts, off-the-plan contracts, guarantees and indemnities, spousal transfers and transfers between related parties, licence agreements, deceased estate property transactions, lodging and removals of caveats, removal of covenants, subdivisions management, pre-contractual advice, and contract dispute resolution
Commercial Transactions & Business Law: Business legal services covering commercial leases negotiation, sub-lease arrangements, purchase and sale of businesses, partnership agreements drafting, business licences, disclosure statements preparation, lease variations and transfers, default notices management, and property and leasing dispute resolution
Litigation Services: Comprehensive litigation support with experienced counsel and advocacy skills for court cases and proceedings across all practice areas
Choosing Demarte Lawyers means partnering with a firm that prioritizes personal attention and positive outcomes. The firm's commitment to one-on-one legal service ensures each client receives individualized care, thoughtfulness, and consideration throughout their legal journey. With over 20 years of established practice since 2001, Demarte Lawyers has built a reputation for reliability, evidenced by consistent referrals from satisfied clients. The firm's multilingual capabilities, with services available in both English and Italian, make legal assistance accessible to diverse communities. Their dedication to competitive rates ensures professional legal services remain affordable without compromising quality. Most importantly, Demarte Lawyers focuses on facilitating dispute resolution and helping clients make decisions that create lasting, positive changes in their lives, providing peace of mind during challenging and complex circumstances.
Serafina Demarte serves as the Principal of Demarte Lawyers, bringing extensive experience and qualifications to the practice. She holds combined Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws degrees from the University of Melbourne and was admitted to the Supreme Court of Victoria in 2000. As a member of the Law Institute of Victoria, Serafina specializes in dealing with legal matters directly on a one-to-one basis, demonstrating strong counsel and advocacy skills in litigation, court cases, and court proceedings across all areas of general practice. Her bilingual proficiency in English and Italian enables her to serve a diverse client base effectively.
Demarte Lawyers provides professional legal services at competitive rates, emphasizing affordability and value for clients. The firm's commitment to competitive pricing ensures that quality legal representation remains accessible while maintaining high professional standards. Specific pricing details and payment options are available upon consultation, allowing the firm to tailor fee structures to individual client needs and case complexities.
Demarte Lawyers operates from two convenient locations in Victoria, Australia. The headquarters is located at 2 Suncroft Drive, Lalor, Victoria 3075, while a second office serves clients from Suite 5, Level One, The Stables Shopping Centre, 314-360 Childs Road, Mill Park, Victoria 3082. Clients can reach the firm by phone at (03) 8418 6677 or +61 384186677, by fax at (03) 8418 6678, or via email at enquiry@demartelawyers.com.au. The firm's website at www.demartelawyers.com.au provides additional information, and professional updates are available through their LinkedIn page. For postal correspondence, mail can be sent to PO Box 451, Reservoir, Victoria 3073.
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Serafina handled a complex family law matter for our family. Where other solicitors gave up, Serafina showed optimism, professionalism and a client centred positive result approach. In the end we got the best result possible and I truly believe this is due to Serafina’s thorough and in depth knowledge and expertise. Serafina has helped us with many other matters as well as conveyancing. Each process has been seamless and we have received exceptional service each and every time. If you’re looking for a great lawyer, look no further. Serafina is the best!
I highly recommend Serafina as a lawyer. She always has her clients' best interests at heart and works tirelessly to ensure that they receive the best possible outcome. I have worked with her for many years and have always been impressed by her experience and attentiveness. Serafina is a true professional who takes the time to listen to her clients and understand their needs. She is always available to answer questions and provide guidance throughout the legal process. If you are looking for a lawyer who will go above and beyond for you, look no further than Serafina.
Great communicator, very experienced and very attentive. Her attention to detail is very impressive. I have been dealing with Serafina for a number of years and never disappointed me. Highly recommended her services.
I was the ''other party'' in the settlement of a house. my conveyance found Demarte Lawyers Terrible at commination, not replying to requests or seeking information. I personally would never use or recommend based on my experience.
Attention to Detail, Highly Experienced, Approachable, Highly recommended. THANK YOU.
Friendly, responsive, and highly knowledgeable. Every consideration was taken. Overall, a pleasure to work with! Thank you!
I was recommended Demarte Lawyers by my mortgage broker in the early stages of my property purchase. As a first home buyer, I was unsure of the different legalities surrounding property purchase. Serafina was nothing short of amazing in her communication and ability to reassure me that everything was okay. Her level of professionalism was outstanding and her response times were above standard. Can highly recommend for anyone looking for a great conveyancer.
Serafina was fantastic to deal with. Her professionalism and dedication was impeccable. I will continue to use Demarte Lawyers in the future.
We have used Demate Lawyers for conveyancing matters for years. Our family and friends have followed and have highly recommend them too. They are Proffessional and very caring
Demarte lawyers have handled my family matter over the past few years. Serafinas outstanding ability to give practical advice has been helpful to me with the most complex matters. Her attention to detail and friendly service is highly recommended.
My experience with Demarte Lawyers has been a pleasure to work with. Serafina Demarte has helped me purchase my home 17yrs ago, helped me with my Will and only recently I had to review my Will. Demarte Lawyers made this process comfortable & easy. The attention to detail is impeccable. My daughter was so impressed with the attention to detail that Demarte Lawyers now has a new client with my daughter. Highly recommended. Ann Parnis
Demarte Lawyers have made my experience of buying my first home a great one. Serafina goes above and beyond to help out, provide great advice and delivers a very friendly service. I always felt comfortable reaching out to her for any concern I had or to get more information about something I didn't understand. I would recomend her again and again and will definately contact her again in the future. Serafina takes time to address all concerns and cares about her clients and I can't thank her enough for all the help she has given me.
Demarte Lawyers have handled legal matters for my family and I over the past 15 years. From conveyancing of sales and purchasing of several properties, to assisting with wills and family matters. Serafina always provides strong expertise and support, making the process seamless and stress free. Serafina always goes above and beyond and I would highly recommend her services.
Demarte Lawyers have been providing outstanding service to my family over the past few years. All our needs have always been addressed with professionalism and efficiency. Serafina has made the sale of our property a stress free experience during these uncertain times. I would highly recommend Serafina for any legal services.
I highly recommend Serafina Demarte from Demarte Lawyers!
We were looking for a lawyer and happened to chance upon Demarte Lawyers. This was a decision not to regret!
Serafina has been a huge help to us during this tough time. She is extremely kind and friendly. She is a very knowledgable lawyer in many areas, always giving us solid advice. Unlike many other legal associates, Serafina understands our situation and is very patient with explaining and helping us with our property. Will continue to seek advice from Serafina & Demarte Lawyers in the future.
I have engaged Demarte Lawyers on a number of occasions now for Property Conveyancing, and will definitely continue to do so in the future. Serafina provides a service of experience and expertise that is both precise and professional, highly recommend :)
Demarte lawyers have been our family lawyer for past 20 years. Absolutely amazing service always ready to go above and beyond for her clients. The attention to detail is second to none. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and knowledgeable professional. Absolutely amazing to deal with and treats everyone with great respect.
Demarte Lawyers really helped me through a tough time. Serafina was kind, very knowledgeable, and available when I needed advice, this made sure that my desired outcome was reached successfully with their services. I also found the price to be very competitive price, compared to other quotes i received for the same work.
Thank you again for all your help.
Demarte Lawyers
2 Suncroft Dr, Lalor VIC 3075
Lalor VIC
Phone
+61384186677
Website
Office Hours
Mon-Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm
By appointment available
Languages
English
Payment Methods
Cash, Card, EFTPOS
Payment plans available
Based on 18 reviews
Divorce & Separation
Family Property & Finance
Powers of Attorney & Guardianship
Property Development & Planning
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