Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Experts in Family Law, Conveyancing & Estate Planning
Middleton Turner Lawyers is a boutique law firm specialising in family law, conveyancing, property law, and estate administration. Established in 1992 by Dixie Ann Middleton, our firm has grown to become a trusted legal partner for clients navigating complex family and property matters. We prioritise transparency and efficiency, charging only for the actual time spent on cases rather than traditional 6-minute billing units. Our team, led by Principal Emma Turner since 2015, combines decades of experience with a client-focused approach to deliver practical, jargon-free legal advice. We advocate for amicable resolutions to disputes, minimising court involvement unless absolutely necessary. Our expertise spans divorce proceedings, property settlements, parenting arrangements, wills, and enduring powers of attorney.Located in Morningside, Queensland, we serve Brisbane residents with personalised legal solutions tailored to each client's unique circumstances. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our track record of positive client outcomes and testimonials praising our professionalism, empathy, and clear communication. We provide intake forms and preparation guidance to streamline legal processes, ensuring clients feel supported throughout their journey. With over 30 years of combined experience, we remain dedicated to delivering value-driven legal services that prioritise client well-being and long-term security.
Services
Family Law
Conveyancing
Property Law
Wills & Estates
Legal Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We charge only for actual time spent, not 6-minute billing units
- Over 30 years of combined experience in family and property law
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- Client-focused approach prioritising emotional and financial well-being
- Specialist expertise in complex family law and estate matters
What people say
Steadiness and clarity
Friendly and helpful
Professional work and support
Expert and timely advice
Promptness and professionalism
Services
Family Law
Specialist family law services covering divorce proceedings, property settlements, parenting arrangements, and financial agreements. Our experienced team provides clear guidance through complex legal processes while prioritising amicable resolutions. We offer tailored advice on child maintenance, court order enforcement, and mediation services to achieve fair outcomes for all parties involved.
Conveyancing
Comprehensive conveyancing services for residential property transactions. We handle contract reviews, title searches, and settlement processes to protect client interests during property purchases or sales. Our team identifies potential issues in legal documents and provides clear explanations of obligations to ensure smooth real estate transactions in competitive market conditions.
Wills & Estates
Professional will preparation and estate planning services to ensure client wishes are legally documented. We specialise in creating valid wills, enduring powers of attorney, and estate administration solutions. Our approach considers life changes like marriage or childbirth that may require updating legal documents to protect assets and family interests.
Legal Consultation
Expert legal consultations providing clear, jargon-free guidance on family law matters. We offer intake forms and preparation assistance to streamline the consultation process, enabling efficient decision-making while maintaining transparency about costs and potential outcomes for clients.
Estate Administration
Specialist support for managing deceased estates, including will validation and asset distribution. Our team guides executors through probate processes while addressing potential disputes. We ensure compliance with legal requirements while maintaining sensitivity to the emotional aspects of estate administration matters.
People
Dixie Ann Middleton
Founder
Established the firm in 1992, pioneering a client-focused approach to family law. Mentored current principal Emma Turner over many years, ensuring continuity of high standards and compassionate legal representation for clients facing complex personal challenges.
Emma Turner
Principal Lawyer
Principal since 2015, combining skills learned from Dixie Middleton with modern legal practices. Specialises in achieving practical outcomes for clients in family law matters while maintaining the firm's commitment to transparency and client-centred service delivery.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We specialise in family law, conveyancing, property law, and estate administration, providing focused expertise in these interconnected legal areas.
How are your legal fees structured?
We charge only for actual time spent on your case, avoiding traditional 6-minute billing units to provide transparent, cost-effective legal services.
Do you offer will preparation services?
Yes, we prepare standard wills for $440 and combined will and enduring power of attorney packages for $715, with clear pricing and guidance.
How can I prepare for my first consultation?
We provide intake forms and document checklists to help you prepare, enabling more efficient legal advice during your initial consultation.
What makes your firm different from others?
Our boutique approach combines 30+ years of experience with transparent billing and a compassionate focus on client well-being rather than adversarial legal tactics.
Do you serve clients outside Brisbane?
While based in Morningside, we primarily serve Brisbane residents with local access to our specialist legal services across Queensland.
Reviews (2)
Paula Mason-Gallacher
Dec 08, 2019
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It's never easy navigating through family law issues but I've been lucky enough to have Emma and her lovely team to assist me through some extremely rough spots. Emma has supplied excellent legal advice that ensured the best outcomes possible whilst providing me with much needed and appreciated support. Her professional advice has been invaluable and has ensured that the best interests of myself and my family have been taken care of, even when I've been in other parts of the world. I have been using the services of Dixie Ann Middleton & Associates for more than 10 years and have referred family
Vicki Bennett
Sep 10, 2019
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Emma Turner was able to guide me through a process that for me, was challenging. She did this with dignity and clarity.
