
Karratha based lawyers specialised in providing legal services to people remotely across WA
What are you needing help with?
We charge a fixed fee of $440 (inc GST) for drafting and finalizing a standard Will. To have your Will prepared, please book an appointment by here. We can assist face to face or over the phone. During the initial appointment, we will provide you with all required estate planning advice and recommendations for your Will.
We can prepare your Will ready for signing with 3 days of appointment.
Our experienced team can assist you administering a Will or finalizing the estate of a loved one who has passed without a Will. We can assist in all work required to apply for Probate, Letters of Administration or estate disputes. Please book in here for an initial appointment.
We charge a fixed fee of $220 (inc GST). This fee can usually be reimbursed from the estate when finalized.
Our experienced lawyer can assist with a range of corporate governance matters including training, secretarial functions and compliance. Please book in for a free 30min appointment here to discuss your corporate needs.
Francis and Associates can assist with a range of legal areas. Please book in for a free 15 min consult here to discuss your matter.
Please note we do not provide assistance with criminal, employment law and personal injury matters.
If you are not separated but thinking of separating and want to understand the process, you can book in for an initial consult for $220. We can provide advice on the preparing for separation, moving through the legal process and potential outcomes. We can also provide safety planning advice for those experiencing family violence.
We also sell ebooks setting out the entire family law process in WA for parenting and property matters. You can find them here.
Parenting
Being unsure of the parenting process is a usual feeling and it’s important to receive good advice early to know your rights and responsibilities. Our experienced family lawyer can provide you with detailed advice as to how to progress your parenting matter and understand the process and steps. We recommend you book in for our fixed fee initial consult for $220 (inc gST) to discuss your family law matter in depth and map out the way forward.
Prefer to do it yourself? You can buy our ebook setting out the entire WA parenting family law process here for just $22.
Parenting
We can assist you with preparing and finalizing your parenting agreement in a consent order or binding parenting plan for a for a fixed fee. Book in for an initial 15 min consult here to determine the best path forward and receive a quote.
Prefer to do it yourself?
Purchase our Parenting Plan kit here for $995 (inc GST). You’ll receive a 1 hour consult with our lawyer and finalized parenting plan. Learn more here.
Purchase our Parenting Consent Order kit here for $1400 (inc GST). You’ll receive a 1 hour consult with our lawyer and finalized documents for filing. Learn more here.
Parenting
Our experienced family lawyer can provide you with detailed advice as to how to progress your parenting matter and start the process to reach a just and equitable settlement. We recommend you book in for our fixed fee initial consult for $220 (inc gST) to discuss your family law matter in depth and map out the way forward.
Prefer to do it yourself? You can buy our ebook setting out the entire WA parenting family law process here for just $22.
Parenting
Being unsure of the parenting process is a usual feeling and it’s important to receive good advice early to know your rights and responsibilities. Our experienced family lawyer can provide you with detailed advice as to how to progress your parenting matter and understand the process and steps. We recommend you book in for our fixed fee initial consult for $220 (inc gST) to discuss your family law matter in depth and map out the way forward.
Prefer to do it yourself? You can buy our ebook setting out the entire WA parenting family law process here for just $22.
Financial
Don’t know where to start with financials and who should or may have to pay what? This is normal but it is best to get legal advice early to understand how to move forward and what needs to occur. Our experienced family lawyer can provide you with detailed advice on financial matters, the process, making a just agreement and formalizing it. We recommend you book in for our fixed fee initial consult for $220 (inc GST) to discuss your family law matter in depth and map out the way forward.
Prefer to do it yourself? You can buy our ebook setting out the entire WA financial family law process here for just $22.
Financial
We can assist you with preparing and finalizing your financial matter in a consent order or binding financial agreement for a for a fixed fee. Book in for an initial 15 min consult to determine the best oath forward and receive a quote.
Prefer to do it yourself?
Purchase our Financial Consent Order kit here for $1400 (inc GST). You’ll receive a 1 hour consult with our lawyer and finalized documents for filing. Learn more here.
Financial
Our experienced family lawyer can provide you with detailed advice as to how to progress your financial separation and start the process to reach a just and equitable settlement. We recommend you book in for our fixed fee initial consult for $220 (inc gST) to discuss your family law matter in depth and map out the way forward.
Prefer to do it yourself? You can buy our ebook setting out the entire WA financial family law process here for just $22.
Divorce
We assist with preparation of divorce for $360 (incl. GST). Please note a filing fee payable to the Court is in addition to this. If you wish to discuss your divorce, please book a free 15 min consult here.
Prefer to do it yourself? You can purchase our divorce course for $60 where we teach you all you need to know to do your own divorce.
What clients say about Francis and Associates Lawyers Pty Ltd
Meet Jana, Local Karratha Solicitor
Francis and Associates Lawyers Pty Ltd is proudly directed and led by Jana Francis. A respected and skilled lawyer with over ten years’ experience, Jana previously served in various types of legal practice including not-for-profit, in-house and private practice.

Advantages when choosing us as your lawyers:
Local to Strengths, Remote Experts
Our Principal Solicitor, Jana Francis, is committed to delivering personalised solutions, comprehensive legal advice and long-lasting relationships. Jana has lived and offered support to individuals and businesses, understanding the relevant needs and challenges that often accompany life living in remote WA.
Based in Karratha, we have experiencing assisting people locally and those living in other remote towns across Western Australia by phone, email and zoom.
Affordably Priced
Our services are designed around your financial needs, not ours.
We’re loyal to fee transparency, honesty and affordability. We pride ourselves on delivering reasonable hourly rates, fixed fee scopes and payment plans. Our team is available to tailor legal solutions to your economic circumstances and resources, investing behind the scenes and budget-friendly assistance to efficiently resolve your issue and keep costs to a minimum. Contact our Karratha lawyer today.
Client Flexibility and Availability
We understand that life in the Pilbara doesn’t always equate to traditional office hours which is why we accommodate those working long shifts with flexible appointment times and after-hour phone or face to face services.
Recognising your matter can be time critical, we prioritise attending client meetings quickly after appointment requests and streamline document production.
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