'Supporting your family'

THE LEGAL HOUSE

Family Lawyer Varsity Lakes

We are a boutique team of legal professionals dedicated to providing responsive and personalised legal services. When you call, we answer. Our commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients drives everything we do. If you’re facing a relationship breakdown or want to prepare for the legal implications of entering a relationship, our local team is here to help.

Located in Varsity Lakes on the Gold Coast, we support families through challenging legal processes. We provide guidance on family law matters, including child support, domestic violence, wills and estate planning. We handle the complexities of family-based disputes with care and understanding, offering tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of each client.

Below, you’ll find a summary of the services we offer to help you navigate these important legal processes.

FAMILY LAW

Our trusted family lawyers are here to offer guidance regarding your legal rights, privileges, and obligations.

WILLS & ESTATE PLANNING

We provide tailored services to protect and distribute your estate assets the way you want.

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ESTATES & PROBATE

Coping with the loss of a loved one is challenging, but our skilled probate lawyers can ease the estate management.

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PARENTING AGREEMENTs

Our team assists parents every day in the complex area of parenting orders and arrangements with children.

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CHILD SUPPORT

We offer practical advice on child support agreements, assessments, and dispute resolution—helping you achieve the best outcome for your family

What Sets Us Apart

Your Varsity Lakes Family Lawyers

Unlike traditional legal practices, we’re committed to being accessible and transparent every step of the way. As trusted family lawyers in Varsity Lakes, we answer your calls, address your questions, and ensure you’re never left guessing about the process or the costs involved.

If you’re looking for a family lawyer who will listen to your story and treat you like a person, our local family business is here to help. We understand the importance of clear communication and strive to provide straightforward advice tailored to your unique situation. Our friendly and supportive team is dedicated to ensuring you understand your legal rights and obligations while helping you achieve fair outcomes with minimal financial strain.

As a small, boutique team, you'll get personalised attention and direct access to experienced family lawyers in Varsity Lakes.

To show you how much we value your trust, we offer a free, no-obligation initial consultation. This gives you the opportunity to see how we work and ensures we’re the right fit for your circumstances.

From the very first consultation, you’ll notice our genuine commitment to personalised care and practical solutions. Whether you’re navigating a relationship breakdown, addressing parenting arrangements, or seeking child support guidance, our team of Varsity Lakes family lawyers is here to guide you through the complexities of the legal process.

Contact us today to take the first step toward clarity and peace of mind.

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About The Legal House

Experienced Family Lawyers in Varsity Lakes

Nick Harrison - family lawyer in Southport

The Legal House, founded by Nick Harrison, a solicitor with decades of experience in the legal industry and a background as a Queensland Police Officer. As a husband and father, Nick brings both practical and professional insight to helping families navigate complex legal matters with care and understanding.

Our team of family lawyers are committed to delivering personalised support and tailored solutions for individuals and families across the Gold Coast.

Our Range of Legal Services

Drawing from his extensive legal expertise and empathy for his clients, Nick created a law firm that went beyond conventional legal services. In delicate, family law matters, success isn’t measured by wins and losses, but by restoring harmony within the family unit and by empowering individuals to embrace new beginnings.

Our Varsity Lakes-based family lawyers are dedicated to achieving peaceful and positive outcomes across a wide range of legal matters, including:

Take the first step by scheduling your free initial consultation today. Let us guide you through the legal process with care, understanding, and tailored advice for your unique circumstances.

    Next Steps

    Step One

    Send us a message describing your legal dilemma and your contact details through our "Contact Us" page. Alternatively, you can "Book a Free Consultation", with no strings attached. 

    Step Two

    One of our friendly staff will contact you to discuss how we can help in a no-obligation, complimentary call.

    Step Three

    If you like what you see, please engage us as your legal team. It’s as easy as that to access quality legal advice without all the jargon and confusing forms.

    What to Expect During Your Consultation

    At The Legal House, we understand the delicate nature of relationship breakdowns. Our dedicated team is committed to ensuring your comfort throughout the process.

    When you choose us, you can expect the following commitments:

    Confidentiality: Every detail of our discussions will remain strictly confidential.

    Your Comfort Matters: We don’t want your consultation to be unpleasant. Ask any questions, and if it helps, take notes during the meeting.

    Preparation Guidance: To make the most of your time, we will tell you in advance if you need to bring any documents or other information.

    Open and Honest Dialogue: Providing accurate advice hinges on the information you share with us. Be open and honest during the meeting, as this is crucial for us to give you the most precise guidance.

    Legal Plan and Next Steps: We will discuss your legal plan and outline the steps that lie ahead in the process.

    Transparent Cost Estimates: We will provide you with an estimate of all the costs involved, so you have a clear understanding of what to expect.

    At The Legal House, we're here to support you through every step of your legal journey, starting with your initial consultation. Your peace of mind is our priority, and we are dedicated to making this process as smooth and comfortable as possible for you.

    We make the process simple

    To access quality legal advice without all the jargon and confusing forms click below.

    What Our Clients Say

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    Alison Wheeler
    12 months ago
    Working with Nick was fantastic and easy. We were able to navigate through our wills and estate planning. I highly recommend Legal House.
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    Fiona Weir
    12 months ago
    Joanne was very efficient in responding to my query with prompt follow up when I had not responded. We were welcomed on time into the office. Nick was very pleasant and explained everything in detail. He also provided us with our own follow ups to do to ensure everything was covered. We would definitely recommend this firm to family and friends. Very professional, courteous and also reasonably priced with services.
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    mario Brzovic
    1 year ago
    Worked with Joanne and Nick to draft my will, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. She was professional, approachable, and made the entire process stress-free. She took the time to explain each step and answered all my questions with clarity. I felt completely confident in her expertise. Highly recommend Joanne and Nick for anyone looking for reliable estate planning services.
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    Lynne Flynn
    1 year ago
    Only went for Initial consult. Information informative and sound. Staff friendly and professional
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    Derek Lettice
    1 year ago
    Highly recommend t
    Easy to deal with
    Very efficient
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    Jimmy Mitchell
    1 year ago
    Nick, was the cool head I needed to get through a very tough time in my life. Dealing with Divorce is never easy, but it can be when you have the right person helping you through it. Nick took the time to explain things in layman's terms and guided me all the way through the process. Nick gave great advice and always provided options with pros and cons for each. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Nick from The Legal House with any Family Law matter.
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    Khama Klein
    2 years ago
    I required legal representation for a family law matter. Nick was straightforward, logical and extremely knowledgeable. I cannot recommend The Legal House enough! Nick's previous experience and expertise was incredibly valuable during this difficult time. Thank you again, Nick.
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    Mel C
    2 years ago
    Nick Harrison from The Legal House helped me through my family law matter. Nick knows his stuff & his help was invaluable during what was a very difficult period in my life. I highly recommend Nick Harrison from The Legal House.
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    Jess Thompson
    2 years ago
    Nick at the Legal House was nothing short of amazing. Working on my case for several years, Nick was straightforward and kind from the start, and communicated every step of the way. I will be forever grateful for his commitment to my case and would highly recommend him for anyone needing legal assistance
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    Kay McCue
    2 years ago
    We are incredibly grateful for the thorough and diligent work provided by Nick Harrison and the team at The Legal House. Nick is a very personable and genuine solicitor which made us feel at ease right from the first meeting.
    The Legal House team really understand the intricacies of the most complex wills and ensured we were aware of the pitfalls which a simple will does not contain.
    The process from start to finish was accessible, secure, thorough and explained.
    Nick demonstrated a level of care and professionalism that is second to none. He turned (what we thought would be) a challenging process into a positive experience and consequently he has our highest recommendation for his outstanding expertise and dedication.

    Chat With Our Local Family Lawyers Today

    Located centrally in Varsity Lakes on the Gold Coast, our family lawyers work locally as well as across Queensland.

    Contact The Legal House today for an obligation-free, confidential chat.

    Phone Numbers
    Office: 07 5612 5899
    Nick Harrison: 0499 003 394

    Office Address
    Suite 13, 240 Varsity Parade,
    Varsity Lakes Qld 4227

    Hours
    Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

    Email
    info@thelegalhouse.com.au

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