Kelly & Partners Lawyers

Darwin, NT

08 8989 ..

About Us

Kelly & Partners Lawyers is a distinguished multi-disciplinary partnership situated in the Northern Territory, Australia, also extending services to clients with interests in Indonesia. The firm is committed to delivering personalised legal services underscored by genuine care, a Christian ethos, and practical, empathetic assistance. Our practice spans a variety of legal fields, including commercial law, where we guide clients through business structures, commercial leasing, and contracts. We also offer expertise in civil litigation, covering trials and appeals across Supreme, Federal, and Family Courts, ensuring a thorough understanding of complex legal proceedings. Our family law services are designed to support clients through challenging times, offering solutions for parenting agreements, consent orders, and property settlements, while striving to maintain relationships and minimise legal fees. Our approach to contested Family Court matters is both professional and conscientious, understanding the emotional weight of such disputes. In wills, probate, and estate planning, we stress the importance of professionally drafted documents. Our team ensures your estate is managed according to your wishes, avoiding common pitfalls seen in D-I-Y will kits. We also provide professional executor services, alleviating the burden from family members while charging competitive rates compared to the Public Trustee. For those considering business structuring, we analyse and craft tailored solutions, often in conjunction with your accountant, ensuring optimal tax arrangements and clear shareholder agreements. This foresight prevents future disputes and positions your business for efficiency and success. Our expertise extends to criminal law, offering representation and guidance through DVOs, PVROs, and criminal defence proceedings. We protect your rights and work towards favourable outcomes in these sensitive matters. Recognising the importance of reputation, our defamation services provide clients with robust protection, ranging from simple rectification to litigation, if necessary. At Kelly & Partners, we are dedicated to safeguarding your interests across a myriad of legal challenges, combining scholarly insight with real-world experience to deliver results that matter.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law

Criminal & Traffic

Estate Planning

Family Law

Immigration Law

Litigation & Disputes

Property Law

Specialisations

Commercial Law

At Kelly & Partners, we understand the complexities of commercial law and the importance of having a well-structured business model. Our experienced team assists clients in navigating through business structures, commercial leasing, and contract agreements tailored to their specific needs. We provide thorough analyses to ensure that each client’s chosen structure—whether a sole trader, partnership, or company—adequately protects their interests while optimising financial outcomes. Moreover, we recognise that well-drafted contracts are essential in preventing disputes and misunderstandings. Our legal professionals are adept at drafting agreements that clearly define the rights and responsibilities of all parties involved, minimising the potential for conflict down the line. With over 35 years of experience, Kelly & Partners is dedicated to providing practical advice and effective legal solutions to support your business ambitions.

Property Law

At Kelly & Partners, we understand the critical importance of well-structured estate planning and the complexities involved in the preparation of wills. Our experienced team ensures that your will is comprehensively drafted, taking into account the Wills Act 2000 (NT) and various trust and estate laws. We guide you through the intricacies of asset management, especially for situations involving minor beneficiaries, ensuring the intentions of your estate are fulfilled while minimising potential disputes. In addition, our professional executor services provide a compassionate alternative for clients who prefer not to impose the burdens of estate management on family members or friends. With extensive experience in administering estates, we deliver not only efficiency but also empathy, ensuring that your estate is handled with care and minimising unnecessary costs. Our approach to advance care directives complements our services, offering peace of mind that your health and financial wishes will be respected should you become unable to make those decisions yourself.