2) From Trauma to Resolution: The Role of Family Lawyers | Annette Lakey

In this episode, I interview Annette Lakey, a passionate family lawyer focusing on dispute resolution and negotiation. With over two decades of experience, Annette's specialist services offer flexibility and cost-effectiveness, helping families navigate the traumatic and painful nature of family law matters to reach the best possible outcome as quickly as possible. 

Join me as Annette shares her insights and wisdom from assisting thousands of families in getting resolutions and moving forward with their lives.

You will also learn the following:

⚉ How Annette became a family lawyer, her journey, and experiences so far
⚉ The difference between a principal, a solicitor, and a barrister
⚉ Explaining family law to a 5-year-old
⚉ The clients' family lawyers work with and the work they do
⚉ When is a good time to see a family lawyer, and when is it not
⚉ The most challenging clients and the most desirable client for a family lawyer
⚉ Reality testing with a family lawyer, making legal advice understandable
⚉ What is a stamp duty concession?
⚉ The responsibility of a family lawyer and when they can delegate to solicitors
⚉ Tips to consider when contacting a family lawyer

Connect with Annette:

⚉ Website - https://www.lakeylaw.com.au
⚉ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/annette-lakey-42975911

Connect with Alyona:

⚉ Website - https://www.alyonacerfontyne.com.au/
⚉ Instagram - @alyonacerfontyne
⚉ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/alyona.cerfontyne/
⚉ Aly’s Place - https://www.alysplace.com.au/ 

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