Need a Solicitor’s Certificate Quickly? Here’s How Craigieburn Lawyers Can Help
If you’ve been told you need a solicitor’s certificate urgently, you’re not alone. Many legal and financial transactions come with tight deadlines, and waiting weeks for an appointment simply isn’t an option. At Craigieburn Lawyers, we regularly assist clients who need a solicitor’s certificate quickly and without cutting corners or compromising on proper legal advice.
Whether it’s for a Binding Financial Agreement, a Binding Child Support Agreement, a property transaction, or another legal document requiring independent advice, our team understands the urgency and delivers a fast, professional, and compliant service.
What Is a Solicitor’s Certificate?
A solicitor’s certificate is a formal document signed by a qualified lawyer confirming that they have:
Provided legal advice to you
Explained the nature and effect of the relevant document
Confirmed you understand your rights, obligations, and risks
Given that advice independently and without pressure
Solicitor’s certificates are commonly required to ensure that agreements are fair, informed, and legally enforceable. They protect you as well as the integrity of the agreement itself.
Importantly, a solicitor’s certificate is not just a signature. It reflects that proper legal advice has been given after careful consideration of your circumstances and the document involved.
When Do You Need a Solicitor’s Certificate?
Clients contact Craigieburn Lawyers for solicitor’s certificates in a wide range of situations, including:
Binding Financial Agreements (BFAs) - before, during, or after a relationship
Binding Child Support Agreements
Family law agreements requiring independent legal advice
Property transactions or transfers
Loan agreements and guarantees
Commercial or personal agreements where independent advice is required
While many people associate solicitor’s certificates purely with independent legal advice in family law matters, they are used much more broadly across legal and financial transactions.
If you’ve been told “you just need a solicitor’s certificate” or “your lawyer needs to sign off”, it’s essential to ensure the advice is done properly – and promptly.
Need a Solicitor’s Certificate Urgently?
We understand that solicitor’s certificates are often needed under time pressure. Settlement dates, relationship agreements, finance approvals, and personal deadlines don’t always allow for long wait times.
At Craigieburn Lawyers, we regularly turn around solicitor’s certificates quickly, often within days, depending on the complexity of the documents and your availability.
Fast does not mean rushed. It means:
Efficient processes
Clear communication
Prioritising urgent matters
A team that understands how important timing is
Our Due Diligence: Fast, But Done Properly
One of the biggest concerns clients have is whether a quickly issued solicitor’s certificate will actually stand up legally. That’s a valid concern – and one we take seriously.
Even when working to tight timeframes, Craigieburn Lawyers always follows proper due diligence. Our process includes:
1. Reviewing Your Documents Thoroughly
We carefully review the agreement or documents you need advice on. This includes identifying risks, obligations, and any clauses that may disadvantage you.
2. Providing a Letter of Advice
You’ll receive a clear written letter of advice outlining:
What the document means in plain English
The legal effect of signing it
The risks and benefits
Any alternatives or considerations
This ensures transparency and protects you by clearly recording the advice given.
3. A Legal Consultation
We don’t issue solicitor’s certificates without a proper consultation. During your appointment, we:
Talk through the document with you
Answer your questions
Confirm your understanding
Ensure your decision is informed and voluntary
Only once this process is complete – and we are satisfied the legal requirements are met – will we issue a solicitor’s certificate.
Solicitor’s Certificates for Binding Financial Agreements
One of the most common reasons clients seek urgent solicitor’s certificates is for Binding Financial Agreements (BFAs).
Under Australian family law, BFAs are only enforceable if:
Each party receives independent legal advice
That advice covers specific legal requirements
A solicitor’s certificate is issued for each party
We regularly assist clients across Craigieburn and surrounding suburbs with:
Pre-nuptial agreements
Post-nuptial agreements
Separation financial agreements
We understand these matters can be sensitive, time-critical, and emotionally charged. Our approach is practical, respectful, and efficient – without unnecessary delays.
Binding Child Support Agreements and Other Matters
Solicitor’s certificates are also required for Binding Child Support Agreements, where both parties must receive independent legal advice before signing.
At Craigieburn Lawyers, we also provide solicitor’s certificates for a range of matters, ensuring compliance while keeping the process as smooth as possible.
If you’re unsure whether your situation requires a solicitor’s certificate, our team can quickly clarify this for you.
Our Point of Difference: Modern, Agile, and Client-Focused
Many clients come to us after feeling frustrated by traditional law firms that:
Take weeks to return calls
Delay appointments unnecessarily
Park files without urgency
Treat solicitor’s certificates as low priority
That’s not how we operate.
Craigieburn Lawyers is a modern, agile law firm. We understand that urgency matters, and we’ve built our practice around being responsive and efficient.
What sets us apart:
Fast turnaround times without sacrificing legal quality
Clear communication – no chasing or uncertainty
Flexible appointments where possible
Straightforward advice in plain English
A proactive approach to time-sensitive matters
We know that for many clients, waiting months simply isn’t acceptable – and it shouldn’t be.
Local, Accessible Legal Advice in Craigieburn
As a local firm, Craigieburn Lawyers proudly services Craigieburn and surrounding areas. Our clients value having access to experienced lawyers who understand both the legal landscape and the realities of everyday life.
When you contact us about a solicitor’s certificate, you’re not just another file number. You’re speaking with a team that understands urgency, respects your time, and delivers outcomes.