Chris Forster has represented clients with varying backgrounds and experiences, including tradesmen, accountants, unemployed, carers, same-sex people and stay-at-home mums. They all have different stories and histories to relate but they have all needed assistance to navigate the issues that arise after separation.
Chris has provided advice in relation to all aspects of family law issues such as Financial Agreements (including "Pre-Nuptial Agreements"), children’s living arrangements, child abduction, property settlements, spousal maintenance, child support, and intervention orders.
“It is great to sometimes receive a note of thanks from a client for providing support throughout a stressful and traumatic experience, for helping them to retain a sense of perspective and for providing practical and sensible advice.”
Expertise
Career History
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Slater & Gordon since 2008 (principal lawyer)
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2003-2008 Auditore Pty Ltd (lawyer)
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2000-2003 Maurice Blackburn Cashman (lawyer)
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1997-2000 Jamieson Johnston (lawyer)
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1996-1997 Baker & Partners (lawyer)
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1993-1996 McGrath & Co (Articles and lawyer)
Memberships & Associations
Professional Qualifications & Admissions
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2001 Accredited Family Law Specialist
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2000 Admitted, Supreme Court of Victoria
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1996 Admitted, Supreme Court of Western Australia
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1994 Admitted, Supreme Court of Tasmania
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1993 Graduate Certificate of Legal Practice, University of Tasmania
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1992 Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws, University of Tasmania