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Christine Manolakos

Solicitor · CM Lawyers

Christine Manolakos

Christine leads the family law team at CM Lawyers in Marrickville and advises on wills and estates, probate, conveyancing and criminal law.

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About Christine

Christine is a Solicitor at CM Lawyers and has over 30 years of experience.

She and her team act in matters from first advice and negotiation through to mediation and court proceedings.

CM Lawyers began as a boutique law firm in Sydney’s Inner West. Our office is in Marrickville, and we act for clients across Sydney and NSW.

At a glance

When to get in touch

How Christine can help

Some of the situations Christine and her team help with.

  • You are separating or divorcing

    Advice on your options for property, parenting arrangements and divorce, and help to reach an agreement where possible.

  • You need arrangements for your children

    Help to work out parenting arrangements after separation, by agreement where possible.

  • You want to make or update your will

    A will that reflects your current wishes, including a review after a change such as marriage, separation or a new child.

  • Someone has died and you are the executor

    Help to work out whether probate is needed (not every estate needs it), apply to the Supreme Court of NSW and administer the estate.

  • You are buying or selling property

    Conveyancing for your purchase or sale, working with the firm’s conveyancing team led by Alex Sapounas.

  • You have been charged with an offence

    Advice about criminal charges, your options and what to expect at court.

How it works

What happens when you get in touch

  1. Step 1: Send an enquiry or call

    Use the form below or call (02) 9557 9000. A few lines about your matter is enough. Please include the names of the other people involved.

  2. Step 2: We check for conflicts and contact you

    Before we can act, we check that we have no conflict of interest, for example that we do not already act for someone else in your matter. Our team then contacts you to discuss next steps, availability and any applicable fees.

  3. Step 3: Your first appointment

    Christine or a member of her team talks through what has happened, explains your options and outlines the likely next steps.

  4. Step 4: A written costs estimate

    If you would like us to act for you, we give you a written estimate of costs before we start work on your matter, and explain how the costs are calculated. You decide whether to go ahead.

  5. Step 5: We keep you updated

    Once you ask us to go ahead, we keep you informed as your matter progresses. If anything changes that significantly affects costs, we tell you in writing.

Before your appointment

What to bring

Bring what you have. It is fine if some of it is missing.

  • Photo identificationFor example, a driver licence or passport.
  • Letters, agreements, court documents or orders about your matter
  • A short timeline of what has happened, with key dates
  • The names of the other people involvedFor example, a former partner, other beneficiaries or the other party to a sale.
  • Any deadlinesCourt dates, settlement dates or time limits you have been told about.
  • If you are separating: recent financial documentsPayslips, tax returns, and bank, superannuation and loan statements.
  • If you are making a will: a list of your assets and debtsAlso bring the names of the people you want to include, such as executors and beneficiaries.
  • If someone has died: the death certificate (if issued) and the willThe original will is normally needed for a probate application, so keep it somewhere safe.
  • Your questionsWrite them down so nothing is missed.

Not sure what to bring? Call us on (02) 9557 9000.

Costs

What it costs

Costs depend on the type of matter and how complex it is, so we do not quote a fee until we understand what you need.

  • When our team first contacts you, they discuss any applicable fees before you book an appointment.
  • If you would like us to act for you, we give you a written estimate of costs before we start work on your matter, and explain how the costs are calculated.
  • The estimate covers our professional fees and the likely out-of-pocket expenses, such as court filing fees.
  • If anything changes that significantly affects the estimate, we tell you in writing.
  • You can ask us about costs at any stage.

Questions

Questions about working with Christine

Can I ask for Christine to look after my matter?

Yes. Mention Christine in the enquiry form or when you call. Our team will let you know about her availability when they contact you.

What should I put in the enquiry form?

A few lines is enough: the type of matter, the names of the other people involved and any urgent dates. Please do not send detailed documents until we confirm we can act for you, because we first need to check for any conflict of interest.

Where will I meet Christine?

Our office is at Level 3, Unit 3.07, 18–30 Faversham Street, Marrickville NSW 2204. If it is hard for you to come to the office, tell us when you get in touch and we will discuss the options.

I don’t live in the Inner West. Can Christine still help?

Yes. CM Lawyers acts for clients across Sydney and NSW.

What if I am worried about my safety?

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 000. For confidential support about domestic or family violence, you can call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732, 24 hours a day. Please tell us about any safety concerns when you contact us.

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Talk to us about your matter

Tell us briefly what your matter is about, and mention Christine if you would like her to look after it. Our team will contact you to discuss next steps, availability and any applicable fees.

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What happens next

  1. We check that we have no conflict of interest.
  2. Our team contacts you to discuss next steps, availability and any applicable fees.
  3. If you would like us to act for you, you receive a written estimate of costs before we start work on your matter.

Our office

Level 3, Unit 3.07
18–30 Faversham Street
Marrickville NSW 2204

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Opening hours

Monday to Friday
9 am – 5 pm

General information only

This page gives general information about Christine Manolakos and the services of CM Lawyers. It is not legal advice about your situation.

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