About Us
Joy Slattery
Joy has worked only in the Family Law arena for over 36 years and was first employed by the Family Court of Australia between 1989 and 2001 as a Counsellor. Since leaving the Family Court in July 2001, she has been in private practice. Over the years, Joy has gained an invaluable amount of experience, knowledge and skills during her dealings with Family Law matters.
Joy's primary business is the preparation of family reports, short form reports and update reports.
- B.A. (Psychology, Research, Sociology)
- B.S.W.
- Reg 40 - Family Consultant
- Family Therapist
- Member of :
- AASW
- AAFT
- AFCC (US)
- Pacifica Congress
Services Offered
Specialising in:
- Family Reports Family Law matters
- Short Form Report - Early Intervention (S11f type report)
- Counselling for separated families - Currently not available
- Family Therapy for families & individuals - Both reportable and non-reportable - Currently not available
- Mediation
- Conferences for Solicitors & clients in Family Law children’s matters
Fees
Full Family Report - $8800
Full Family Report (3 parties) - $9900
Update Family Report <12 months - $5500
Update Family Report >12 & <18 Months - $6600
Update Family Report >18 & <24 Months - $7700
Short Form Report - $6600
Full Family Report after Short Report <12 months - $6600
Counselling $330 p/hour
All prices quoted include GST and are subject to change
Additional Costs
$990 for a half day of evidence (or any part thereof)
$1980 for a full day of evidence (or any part thereof)
$650 for evidence via electronically including Telephone and MS Teams
$300 per hour (including travel to and from Court) to view subpoena material *no additional cost if supplied (conditions apply)
Next Available Dates
INTERVIEW DATES FOR 2025
Monday 15 September 2025
Tuesday 23 September 2025
Monday 29 September 2025