Richard Zande & Associates

What is Richard Zande & Associates?

Richard Zande & Associates is a family-operated general practice law firm established in 1960, serving the Ipswich community with over 60 years of dedicated legal expertise. The firm specializes in providing personalized legal solutions across multiple practice areas including Family Law, Criminal Law, Wills & Estates, Conveyancing, Employment Law, and Mediation, with a commitment to treating each client like family while delivering professional advice and cost-effective solutions.

What services does Richard Zande & Associates offer?

• Family Law Services: Comprehensive family legal matters including child support, custody disputes, property settlements, divorce proceedings, parenting matters, prenuptial agreements, domestic violence orders (DVO), and de facto relationship issues
• Criminal Law Defense: Full criminal defense representation covering assault cases, drug offences, traffic violations, theft charges, fraud matters, bail applications, police interview attendance, and court appearances across all Queensland courts
• Wills & Estate Planning: Complete estate planning services including will preparation, power of attorney documents, executor services, probate applications, letters of administration, deceased estate management, and disputed will resolution
• Property Law & Conveyancing: Residential and commercial property transactions including land transfers, property settlements, subdivision matters, caveats, easements, covenants, and comprehensive conveyancing services
• Employment Law Solutions: Workplace legal services covering unfair dismissal claims, employment contracts, confidentiality agreements, workplace disputes, and employee rights advocacy
• Mediation Services: Accredited mediation services for resolving disputes outside of court, including family disputes, property matters, and business conflicts
• Traffic Law Representation: Specialized traffic offense defense including drink driving charges, license disqualification appeals, dangerous driving cases, and all traffic-related court matters
• Business & Commercial Law: Business legal services encompassing company law, commercial litigation, partnership disputes, business sale and purchase transactions, and contract preparation
• General Legal Advice: Comprehensive legal consultation and advice across all practice areas with flexible meeting options including office visits, home consultations, and after-hours appointments

Why choose Richard Zande & Associates as your lawyer?

Choosing Richard Zande & Associates means selecting a law firm that prioritizes client relationships and delivers results through personalized service. The firm's unique advantages include flexible meeting arrangements where lawyers meet clients at their convenience (office, home, hospital, or outside business hours), ensuring accessibility when legal support is needed most. As a Legal Aid Preferred Supplier, the firm provides affordable legal services with payment plans available, making quality legal representation accessible to all community members. The practice demonstrates its commitment to client communication through timely responses and regular case updates, with lawyers who are always just a phone call away. Their eBrief Ready technology adoption ensures secure document sharing with encryption and two-factor authentication, while their strong community involvement through pro bono work reflects their dedication to the Ipswich region they have served since 1960.

Who are the attorneys at Richard Zande & Associates?

Richard Zande serves as Principal of the firm, bringing over 35 years of legal expertise since his bar admission in February 1988. Richard specializes in Family Law, Criminal Law, Wills & Estates, Conveyancing, Employment Law, and serves as an Accredited Mediator, leading the firm with extensive experience across multiple practice areas. Nikki Reggett practices as a Legal Practitioner focusing on Family Law matters, providing specialized expertise in family-related legal issues. Kelli Zande contributes as a staff member specializing in Conveyancing, ensuring smooth property transactions and real estate matters for clients.

How much does Richard Zande & Associates cost?

Richard Zande & Associates offers competitive and transparent pricing with an initial consultation fee of $99, providing clients with professional legal advice at an accessible entry point. The firm demonstrates its commitment to affordability through flexible payment plans, making legal services available to clients regardless of their financial situation. Special discounted pricing applies when clients require multiple documents such as wills and powers of attorney prepared simultaneously. As a Legal Aid Preferred Supplier, the firm provides subsidized legal services to eligible clients, ensuring access to justice for all community members.

Where is Richard Zande & Associates located?

Richard Zande & Associates is located at 49 Ellenborough Street, Ipswich, QLD 4305, situated in the heart of Ipswich for convenient client access. The firm operates Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with flexible after-hours appointments available upon request. Clients can reach the office by phone at (07) 3281 1633 or via email at office@richardzande.com.au. The firm maintains an active online presence through their website at https://richardzande.com.au/ and engages with the community through their Facebook page and LinkedIn profile, ensuring multiple communication channels for client convenience.