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pinkbubbles-and-bigtroubles · 4 years ago

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Wicked Game (Part 2)

Word Count: 20K+ total Team Long Winded Bitch strikes again, this will be posted in multiple parts over the next couple of days. The first part is about 5K, part 2 is 7K

Rating: 18+ Slash fic Strong language, alcohol and drug use, and a misogynistic and racist comment. Sexual scenes including masturbation, toys, voyeurism, oral, and anal sex.

Summary: Ashton is ready to move on with his life after his painful divorce from Luke and the demise of the restaurant they’d built together. With the help of his protegee and sous chef Hima Singh, Ashton is ready to take on opening weekend of his new restaurant Anne-Marie’s. Calum is a reporter filling in on an assignment and is surprised when his past comes back to haunt him. Hima arranges an interview that takes an unexpected turn between the two men.

Ashton grabbed his bag and shut off the lights in the bar. Hima was waiting impatiently by the door, keys in hand. Following the disaster of an afternoon, they'd been packed until closing. He'd been too busy cooking to think about it, something he loved about his job. The rush and the heat combined with the complete focus on his work. You had to keep your eyes on your fingers or you got hurt. The satisfaction of plating an order and sending it out until the next order came in, starting the process over again.

"Will you come on?" Hima tapped her foot, making her keys jangle. "My brother is waiting for us." Her twin brother had passed the bar exam a month ago, but everything had been so crazy with the opening they hadn't properly celebrated yet.

The bouncer recognized Hima and let them in immediately. Tirana was a sleek, neon-lit bar favoring overpriced cocktails, elaborately garnished and meant to be as much of a showpiece as a beverage. Ashton eyed the crowd full of men sporting off the rack Italian suits with egos as inflated as their dates' chests. Kabir was waiting in VIP with his friends and waved them up. Ashton congratulated him and ordered a spiked seltzer, passing on the bottle service Kabir offered. Hima was taking shots with the guys and he joined them in a toast. As he was taking a drink he spotted Calum Hood leaning against the wall, looking bored and maybe a little drunk. Hima must've seen his expression because she whipped around just as Calum looked up and noticed them. Ashton tried to look away and act as if he hadn't noticed the other man. Hima had other ideas and made a beeline for the reporter.

"Hey Calum, fancy meeting you here," she said relieved when he seemed happy to see her. "Come have a drink with us, or am I interrupting something?"

"If you're buying," Calum replied. "A friend brought me here and then fucked off on a phone call." He laughed, but it died out when he saw Ashton.

"Listen," Hima cut him off before he could speak. "I know this afternoon didn't go well, but what you don't know is just before you came in, my boss had to sit through an interview with Kevin Mackie. It did not go well "

"Oh God, that insufferable bastard," Calum snorted.

"Exactly, and you know Mackie brought up all that old shit from Lune Rouge," Hima told him "That's in addition to insulting every woman who works there, of course."

Calum cringed, and his eyes flickered back towards Ashton talking to Kabir and his lawyer friends. He couldn't help but notice the contrast between the intense scowling man he'd encountered this afternoon and the smiling bubbly ray of sunshine he was looking at now. Was that an actual giggle? Calum blamed the tequila for agreeing to join Hima for a quick drink since his date still hadn't come back. He'd allowed his editor, Shamara, to set him up twice now, but there wouldn't be a third time.

Ashton wiped his sweaty palms on his black jeans as he watched Calum following Hima over towards them. He'd found the reporter attractive this afternoon, but he'd been wearing a long sleeve button up for the interview. Tonight Calum was in all black, and the tank top he wore under the leather jacket showed the ink etched into his skin above his collarbones. Ashton gripped the drink in his hands a bit tighter, trying to keep his nerves steady. He slowly edged his way over to where they were talking just as Calum launched into a story about his magazine sending him on a tour of small mom and pop restaurants up the California coast.

"The owner's husband was sick that day, so she was doing most of the work herself," Calum was saying as Ashton listened in on the conversation. "Beulah was amazing, but they were getting slammed. I asked if she needed any help, and I spent the next three hours manning a fryer. I cooked the chicken, and she'd toss it in the hot oil and spices before slapping it on a bun with the sauce. You'd get the sandwich, pickle, and fries in a little brown sack. We sold hundreds of them, but I knew why when it slowed down enough that I finally got to eat. It's the best chicken sandwich you'll ever have! Tossing it in that spicy oil gives it a flavor that punches you in the mouth. She taught me most of her secrets over the two days I ended up staying until her husband got over the flu.."

I could listen to this man talk all day, Ashton thought watching Calum's expressions and hands as he told the story. The way his chest rumbled when he laughed, which was often throughout the tale. He seemed like a genuinely warm person, and Hima seemed to like him. Maybe I was wrong, five years is a long time

"That's so sweet," Hima smiled up at Calum as he finished.. She was smitten despite hearing rumors he played for the other team.

"Ended up extending my trip for an extra five days which caused all sorts of headaches when I got back. My boss was pissed I'd gone over my expense account," Calum said, shaking his head at the memory, his cheeks flushed from the alcohol now loosening his tongue. He was relieved his date was still MIA. Ashton was standing close enough for Calum to smell his cologne, and it was proving distracting.

"Is that the same magazine you work for now?" Hima asked.

"Yeah, but I was damn near fired. I paid back the money by throwing cash onto my boss's desk when I turned in my story, and he was not amused. The editor-in-chief, who also owns the publisher, loved my story, and after that, I was sent on more in-depth character profiles. I wanna get to know the people behind the food." Calum looked directly at Ashton, meeting his eyes as he spoke. His breath caught in his throat at the intensity in Ashton's hazel eyes as he listened. How is he this handsome? Calum thought. This man has no right to be this good looking. That chest hair peeking out from under that pink shirt is teasing me. Wonder what's underneath? Wait, no I don’t. Stop thinking about that or you're gonna get hard.

"So what exactly were you sent to find?" Ashton asked, his tone still guarded but more friendly than before.

Calum took a deep breath and thought quickly. After the interview bombed this afternoon, he came up with a backup plan if Ashton didn't come through. He made a decision to float both his ideas.

"Look, I know a lot of people are bugging you for gossip about your personal life, but that's not what I'm here for. You opened your first restaurant at 25, and the food at Lune Rouge was fantastic. I know I didn't give you a good review then, but I was trying to be edgy and cool," Calum admitted.

Ashton exhaled and closed his eyes. "I'm sorry about this afternoon. Mackie brought up Luke, and when you mentioned Finn I snapped. I'd like to try again, but I know Hima is more interesting. So what did you have in mind?" Ashton smiled and Calum had butterflies in his stomach.

"I'd like to watch you cook, and see how you are in the kitchen. Tell me how your philosophy on cooking has evolved and what stayed the same," Calum replied. I hope that didn't sound as cringe to him as it did to me. Turning to Hima, he continued talking, "I'd like to do an extra little feature on you if that's ok. It'll give the article a nice balance I think, what do you say?"

Ashton saw Hima's face light up and knew he'd have to say yes. He had to admit, the pitch sounded great, even if the idea of Calum watching him work made him nervous. They turned towards him to see what he thought, and Ashton's gaze landed on Calum's mouth just as he licked his lips. Please don't do that, he thought to himself. Don't make me think about how you taste, and how those lips would feel against mine.

"I definitely think Hima deserves her own feature. I'll go along with whatever you want," Ashton told them.

"You know Calum," Hima turned on the charm. "I'm off tomorrow. I could take you to the best Indian restaurant you've never heard of for lunch." Her eyes got huge and she grabbed Calum's arm. "I'm a genius you guys, listen, the restaurant is hella busy, and the boss man," she nodded towards Ashton, "won't be much fun to interview if there are customers waiting. He just redid the kitchen in his condo, so why don't you do the interview there? That way he's not around us idiots at the restaurant."

Both men stared at her, and Hima panicked thinking she'd overstepped somehow until Ashton nodded. "Sounds like it could work, what do you think?" He asked looking at Calum who nodded, his smile getting broader.

“Sure, um, that sounds great. Really just um, great," he fished his phone out of his pocket and unlocked it before handing it over. "Go ahead and put your number in, and I'll text you tomorrow."

"Is that your little sister?" Hima asked, spotting the picture on his lock screen.

"That's my daughter, Vanessa Joy. Absolute light of my life," Calum beamed, pulling up another pic.

"Daughter?" Hima and Ashton exchanged shocked looks before quickly regaining their composure.

"We were kids. I hadn't figured things out yet," Calum gave his standard explanation.

He started to say more, but he spotted his now-forgotten date headed back towards them. Hima saw his grimace and followed his gaze to the approaching man. She guessed he must be a lawyer who wanted everyone to know it, wearing a double-breasted British tailored suit and gold Submariner watch.

"Sorry about that Cal, that was a client who's a real pain in the ass," the newcomer joined their little group, peering at Ashton with suspicion. "I'm Nick Callahan, a junior partner at Fish, Filbeck, and Greene " Hima almost laughed out loud at this skinny little dude in a fancy suit trying to puff out his chest and put some bass in his voice as he went to shake her boss's hand. Ashton looked amused but Calum not so much.

"Calum, if you don't mind, there's someone I'd like you to meet," Nick waved at a group who'd just come in. He tried to pull Calum away, but he shook Nick's hand off his arm.

"Give me a second, and I'll be over," Calum said, nodding at someone he recognized in the group. "Tell Teddy to order a round of drinks, I'm buying." When Nick still didn't budge, Calum turned his body towards his date and leaned in to whisper in his ear. "I'm interviewing this young lady tomorrow, and I want to get it set up before I get drunk, ok?"

Nick swallowed at the warning in Calum's voice and scurried off to meet his friends.

"Sorry about that," Calum turned back, smiling again. He had them each put their number in and saved the info with a smile. "I'm so glad I ran into y'all. Hima, I will text you in the morning, and Ashton just let me know when and where." He gave her a quick hug and a peck on the cheek which made her blush furiously. He shook Ashton's hand and everything seemed to pause as they locked eyes, exchanging smiles. The handshake lingered a beat too long before they both pulled back completely flustered.

"See you guys then," Calum made a hasty retreat towards Nick and his friends.

"What did you do?" Ashton hissed, feeling dizzy, excited, terrified, and nauseous all at once.

"We'll just have to see, won't we? You two are obviously into each other," Hima tossed her hair over her shoulder, giving Ashton a pointed look.

"I'm not trying to start anything, you know that. Since the divorce it's been too hard and-" Ashton stopped when she put her finger to his lips.

"It's an interview. With a very attractive reporter. You'll be in your element, you can hide behind your food and your knives, but you can get through this. I want my feature." She glared at him and stood on her tiptoes trying to go eye to eye with him.

He had to laugh. Hima was impossible to stay cross with. As he glanced back over towards Calum, he couldn't deny he was intrigued. Don't get your hopes up, Irwin.

Kabir came over to drag them back to his friends. Ashton spent the next hour dancing with Kabir's girlfriend and watching his friends try to hit on Hima without getting caught. Hima's family was overprotective, and her mother was constantly pressuring Kabir to find his sister a good match. As a result, she kept her private life closely guarded, even Ashton didn't know much, although he suspected she had a thing going with one of the servers at Anne-Marie's.

As the song ended, he realized he had to pee. Ashton excused himself and followed the neon arrows to a dimly lit hallway decorated with glow in the dark graffiti. He made his way past the line for the women's room and around two people noisily making out next to the emergency exit. He reached the men's room door just as it swung open towards him. He stumbled back to avoid being hit and collided with the couple behind him. An arm shot out from the tangled bodies, shoving him forward chest first into the man who'd just come out of the bathroom. Ashton put his hands up to steady himself, inhaling the scent of leather and whiskey with a faint whiff of stale tobacco as he looked at Calum's face inches from his own.

"Sorry, uh, I was pushed," Ashton apologized, unable to stop staring at the other man's lips.

"It's ok," Calum's heart was pounding, and he was sure Ashton could feel it through his jacket. He was tempted to make a move and go in for a kiss. He paused long enough to remember the interview, and not wanting to have another misstep, he let the moment pass. "It's all yours," he said squeezing over so Ashton could pass.

Ashton paused, confused, but remembered he was headed to the bathroom. "Thanks, uh, see ya," he replied trying not to stammer. Yeah, that was smooth, he thought. Before he closed the door, he looked back and caught Calum looking back at him.hey both smiled before the crowd closed in and he lost eye contact. He had to stand and splash cold water on his face to get his pulse back to normal. When he looked in the mirror, he saw that his face was still very pink and he was grinning like a fool. I didn't just imagine that did I? What am I doing? What am I going to cook for him?

*********

Ashton jumped at the sound of the buzzer even though he was expecting her. He quickly let her up, and within seconds Hima was at his door.

"How did it go?" He hadn't even fully opened the door before the question was past his lips.

"Eager much? Why don't you get me a drink, and I'll decide what I want to tell you," she said, taking off her jacket and hanging it up.

"You impertinent bitch," Ashton cracked up and headed to the kitchen to put on the kettle.

"You sound like my mother," Hima settled at the bar facing him.

Ashton had expanded his kitchen so he could install a six top gas range and a convection oven while giving himself extra counter space with a small sink directly across and a small island in between. Instead of a dining room, he had an L-shaped bar where he could serve guests directly from the kitchen. He pulled a pitcher of cold brew out of the fridge and poured himself a glass with a splash of cashew milk adding a splash to her cup of hot chai.

"It's such a shame you're gay. We'd have such a great marriage," she joked blowing on her tea.

"I love you too much to marry you, darling," Ashton replied as always.

"Good thing I like my new stepdaddy," she told him, and he choked on his coffee.

"So what did you guys talk about?" He asked when he'd recovered.

"Mostly me, but also you. What do you want first, the details about him or what he asked about you?" Hima smirked at him, almost laughing when he glared at her.

"I'll let you decide, how about that?" Ashton rummaged through the refrigerator before pulling out a loaf of bread.

"Ooh snack time. When did you go to the market? I thought you opened for Rafi today. What are you gonna make for him?" She fired off, trying to crane her neck to see what he bought.

"Nope, you're gonna talk or you're not getting fed. I went before I went in at ten and I stayed till eight. I've barely got home, and I don't need your attitude, young lady. Now spill it," he told her as he pulled out a couple of onions and some gruyere cheese.

"I love it when you're pissy. It looks so good on you. So I took him to Parvati's and ordered chana masala on roasted sweet potatoes. It was so good, I wish you liked Indian food more. We talked about my family, and how they're mostly engineers and lawyers but food was my passion. Confessed that when we first met, I had the biggest crush on you because you were so handsome." She giggled and made a show of fluttering her eyelashes at him. Ashton blushed and threw a caper at her. Hima swatted it back at him and kept talking. "Calum agreed you were handsome by the way. So I told him how you'd mentored me, and when you left the Hilton to open Anne-Marie's, you brought me with you. It was very heartwarming, and I promise I made you look good. He asked a few questions about you, but it was mostly professional stuff. What was it like working for you? What kind of collaborative effort went into the menu? Stuff like that," she shrugged watching Ashton heat up some soup as the sandwiches cooked.

"Well, that's a lot of nothing. I thought you were better than that," Ashton said, pouting his lips at her.

"I know he asked if you were single, but he was hella smooth about it. He asked what kind of gift he should bring tomorrow, whether it should be a bottle of wine or something you could share if you had a roommate. Don't worry, I let him know you were single, but I was cool about it," Hima grinned at her boss's discomfort. He cut the sandwich in half and poured a cup of soup to go with it. He cut some fresh chives to top off the soup along with some crème Fraiche and fresh cracked pepper.

She stopped talking to enjoy the food. Ashton introduced her to cream of celery soup and it quickly became a favorite. The sandwich was beyond good yet incredibly simple: sauteed onions on a grilled cheese sandwich made with Ashton's homemade compound shallot-butter.

"I'm disappointed, I thought you were better than that," Ashton raised his eyebrows at her.

"I'm not done, I'm just enjoying the food. My compliments to the chef." Hima ripped a piece of crust off her sandwich and dipped it in her soup. "I found out some things about Mr. Tall Dark and Handsome," she told him before running her tongue along the edge of the bread and then taking a bite.

Ashton laughed and flipped her off. He had pastry cream cooking in a double boiler, so he was continuously stirring between bites.

Watching him work, she never knew if she was completely in awe of him or a little in love with him, but probably both if she was honest with herself. She'd told Calum as much, off the record of course. It always amazed her how his large hands could be so nimble and quick with a knife, yet so delicate and careful when he was garnishing and plating. She'd told Calum how grateful she was that Ashton had given her such a huge opportunity without being patronizing or expecting her to touch his cock.

People might think cooking would be a natural fit for a woman but professional kitchens were very much a man's world. You had to be physically and mentally tough. She was lucky that she'd gotten out the hotels before she'd been subjected to sexual harassment, but she'd seen enough. Ashton didn't tolerate any kind of physical or verbal harassment, but every cook could curse a blue streak and work through an injury. Most cooks wore their scars like battle wounds. Hima had a jagged thin white line trailing down her left forearm from a staple on a lettuce box that ripped her flesh open while putting away a truck. Ashton had a couple of red welts from the panini grill decorating his arms and a gnarly pink, puckered scar on his left wrist from an accident with molten sugar years ago.

"Ok so, he's a year and a half younger than you, turns 28 in January actually. Aquarius, so that should be fun. Never married, but he's got the kid," Hima informed him.

"That really came out of nowhere the other night. I never would've guessed that," Ashton said over his shoulder, turning his back on her to keep stirring.

"It happened when he was in high school. His first girlfriend, their senior year of high school. They'd already been broken up for two months when they got the news, just when he'd started to figure out his sexuality. They tried to get back together for the sake of their daughter but quickly realized it wouldn't work in a traditional way. Now they're best friends and co-parents to Vanessa Joy. In fact, when Nicole married her boyfriend, Michael, two years ago Calum walked her down the aisle," Hima told him.

Ashton's jaw dropped. "What the hell, Hima? You guys had lunch one time and you know his life story."

"My mother's interrogation skills rubbed off I guess. His daughter also happened to call while he was with me. It was so cute; she made the honor roll and he was so proud. He apologized for taking the call during lunch but said he always has to answer if it's his daughter or his mom."

Ashton turned towards Hima, smiling and blushing, "I can respect that."

"I'm sure you can, Mama's boy," she replied. "Honestly the two of you are adorable. A pair of smitten kittens. He kept asking questions about what it's like to work with you. What are you like as a boss? And every question he got this funny little smile and couldn't look at me. I really hate that you get the best looking guys. It's bad enough you look like that," Hima gestured at him as she looked him up and down. "First Luke, and now Calum, I'm so jealous. That being said I really hope you hook up with him. You could stand to get laid."

"Watch it," he cautioned, not wanting to kill the mood.

"Sorry, but the other night y'all had some serious chemistry. You should go for it. Speaking of, I gotta go. Kabir is having a date night so I actually don't have to go home," she checked her phone, and Ashton didn't recognize the gaudy pink glitter case.

She caught his puzzled expression and laughed, "My mom checks my location, so my iPhone and my car stay at Maisie's. Everything gets forwarded here, and I don't have to answer a million questions."

"You're 24, how are you still dealing with this? When is your mother going to treat you like an adult?" Ashton shook his head, he never understood how she dealt with her family.

She sighed, "It's impossible to explain unless you have Asian parents. My mom grew up here, but my grandparents were still very much rooted in India. If you think my mom is difficult, you should've met grandma." A text came in, and she wrinkled her nose in annoyance reading it. "Why am I the only person who's punctual?" She muttered to herself before looking back at Ashton. "So what are you making tomorrow for the big date, I mean, interview? Mind if I smoke?"

He shook his head and followed her onto the balcony. "Stop saying that, I'm nervous enough as it is. I'm starting with a wilted chard salad with figs and goat cheese, and maybe a soup. I haven't decided, but for the main, I'm making mushroom Wellington with my specialty Mac and cheese and whatever vegetables I pick up at the market tomorrow morning. I'm making a sorbet for dessert. I was going to make a pavlova, but I don't have the patience for merengue right now."

"Calum doesn't stand a chance, he'll be thoroughly seduced. Then I'll get my magazine story and be a star. People will start asking me for photos on the street, they'll learn how to pronounce my name, and I'm only going by Hima. I think I can get away with just one name, like Madonna, Beyonce, and Cher. Don't you? I promise the fame won't go to my head. I'll still be Hima from the block."

Ashton cracked up. "Ok there, Roxy Hart," he teased. "You are so extra, it's too much for an old gay like myself."

"You're not even thirty," she protested. Another text came in and her eyes lit up. She stubbed her cigarette out on the bottom of her shoe before wiping it clean with a napkin and stuffed both in her purse to throw away outside. "You've just gotta get back on the horse, and Calum seems like the type who'd be into chaps and spurs."

"Don't you have places to go, people to do?" He asked, walking her to the door.

"Sure do, good luck tomorrow," she kissed his cheek and was gone.

*********

Calum finished the dishes and popped another antacid in his mouth. Spicy food didn't used to give him heartburn. Getting old I guess. His dog, Brutus, danced around his feet begging for a treat.

"Not gonna happen, old man," he bent down to scratch the pooch behind his ears, but Brutus immediately flipped over for a belly rub. "Greedy bastard," Calum chuckled but obliged with a ton down and chin scratches. He found a chew stick on the couch and tossed it over by the dog's bed, and soon Brutus was curled up contentedly gnawing himself to sleep.

Calum watched his little guy for a bit before heading to his desk to type out a rough draft. Hima was a firecracker, full of energy and ideas, and hard to keep up with. She talked a mile a minute, often switching topics mid-thought as she spoke. He'd had his voice recorder on, but he liked to write his first draft from memory. He admired her passion for her work, and her determination to follow her own path. She was fiercely loyal to Ashton and grateful for the opportunity he'd given her. Calum would've suspected she was a bit smitten with her boss, but she openly admitted her crush. She was quick to insist Ashton had never encouraged or entertained the idea, but she didn't need to tell him that.

Calum knew all about Ashton's history, the cheating, the fights, the messy breakup that brought the restaurant down. He exhaled, nervous about having that conversation. He shut his laptop, now too distracted to write. It's just an interview, calm down. He tried to be rational, but his thoughts kept drifting back to bumping into Ashton at the bar. The pink shirt, the star tattoo begging to be traced with his tongue, those hazel eyes that made his heart jump into his stomach. He tried to focus on his laptop. This article wasn't going to write itself.

****

Ashton laid on his back, concentrating on his breathing as he pressed his knees to the floor in reclining bound angle pose. He'd had too much coffee, and although his body was tired, his mind was racing. His phone was vibrating on the dresser, but Ashton ignored it, moving into a butterfly pose and touching his forehead to the floor. He exhaled, trying to clear his mind. But all he could think about was Calum Hood. He had a brand new restaurant to run. Now was not a good time to become infatuated with a handsome reporter. So why haven't you stopped smiling all day?

He breathed deeply, in, out, in, out. But he couldn't concentrate, couldn't calm down. He pushed himself off the floor and grabbed his water off the table. He opened his phone and was surprised to see a notification from the restaurant security system.

Alarm deactivated at 12:02 AM

Alarm Panel 2

Code: 4452

Ashton realized Hima was at the restaurant. He knew she usually went there after her accounting class but that definitely wasn't the case tonight. Probably popped in for a bottle of wine, which doesn't sound like a bad idea.

The kitchen tiles were chilly beneath his bare feet as he headed towards the small wine fridge on his counter. Craving something sweet, he found a Shiraz he'd been saving and poured a small glass. He scrolled through Spotify, picking a playlist at random, and Robyn's "Dancing on my Own" came over the speakers following him through the apartment back into his bedroom. He caught sight of himself in the mirror and paused.

He pulled his shirt off and turned around examining the freshly-healed Phoenix tattoo decorating his left side from his hip to the top of his ribs, covering up the tattoo of Luke's name, birth date, and their wedding date. He trusted his tattoo artist and let him have creative freedom on the brightly-colored feathers and flames. It turned out beautifully. He turned sideways, rubbing his stomach and flexing in the mirror. He was in the best shape he'd been in since he was a teenager. Yoga kept him toned and lean so he was muscled without being bulky.

I'm giving it my all

But I'm not the girl you're taking home

He let the Swedish synth-pop beat take over, his hips swaying as he listened to lyrics about loneliness and feeling left out.

I keep dancing on my own

The irony wasn't lost on him as he kept dancing, moving away from the mirror. The next song was too slow so he quickly scrolled looking for something better. He clicked on Whitney Houston's "How Will I Know," and began to sing along. He saw that Hima hadn't left the restaurant and opened up the security camera feed on his phone to make sure she was ok.

****

The more Calum stared at the screen the more his concentration drifted. He wondered if Ashton had a type. Cal knew he was decent looking, but he wasn't Luke Hemmings. He snorted at the thought of that simpering pretty boy. Luke was a spoiled child, soft and weak, thinking only of himself. I bet he's selfish in bed, probably a bossy bottom He was surprised at the surge of jealousy he felt. Don't bring Finn into this. He rubbed his temples at the memory of finding out his then-boyfriend was cheating with Luke.

Finn was always looking for an opportunity, whatever would take him to the next level. His relationship of almost a year with Calum failed to get him noticed in the food press. Finn felt Ashton didn't give him enough credit at Lune Rouge and whined constantly about it. Cal was having his own career struggles at the time and personally thought Finn was acting like a spoiled brat instead of being grateful for the opportunity. They began to spend less time together after Calum's snarky review caused a huge blow up. So when Ashton and Luke's relationship began to fray, Finn had time to lend a sympathetic ear. Calum suspected Finn was cheating, but he bought into the “golden couple” bullshit so Luke never crossed his mind. Calum was shocked and gutted when he walked in on the two of them one afternoon. Finn was supposed to be out of town, and Calum popped by to check on his dogs. The sound of sex greeted him when he opened the door and he should have left right then. His curiosity got the better of him, and he walked towards the bedroom. Their moans masked the sound of his boots as someone had a very loud orgasm. Calum opened the door as they were falling away from each other. He walked in to find them panting for breath, sweaty and beautiful with the afterglow. Luke panicked and tried to hide himself, but Finn didn't flinch.

"Well, I guess you know now," he said, smirking as his green eyes met Calum's. "If you're down for it, we've been talking about trying a third. You can top us both if you want." He shrugged and Calum physically felt the spell break. Looking back, he knew Finn broke his ego more than his heart. He'd been humiliated when it all came out, but he knew the affair had been worse for Ashton. He could tell Ashton was still damaged but definitely not broken. Wouldn't mind letting him break me, Calum thought, his mind wandering back to that unbuttoned pink shirt, Ashton's chest and neck begging to be marked up. I bet he likes it rough.

Calum caught himself daydreaming again and blinked the half-filled word document back into focus. He couldn't remember the last time he'd had a crush on someone, and he felt ridiculous. How am I gonna get through this interview? It didn't help that Hima kept teasing him about it being a date. Calum's last date, with Nick the lawyer, had been a disaster. He'd ended up leaving after Nick disappeared on another phone call.

The truth was, he was excited about this interview and wished it really was a date. He'd scheduled a quick haircut and shave in the morning and carefully picked out an outfit. He figured his short-sleeve, red button-up paired with a black tank underneath would show off his arms while helping to hide his tummy pudge. He rubbed his stomach, still poking out from the leftover Indian food he'd finished off an hour ago, before letting his hand wander down and brushing his fingers across his cock and feeling it twitch in his basketball shorts. He wondered what Ashton would be wearing tomorrow. He pictured Ashton at the club, the ripped black jeans and the pink shirt unbuttoned enough to tease him. His dick twitched in his hand, waking up and demanding attention.

****

Ashton gasped and almost dropped his phone at the sight of Hima standing in the break room in nothing but her bra and panties. He hadn't recovered from that shock when a male figure crawled into the frame. It took Ashton several seconds to realize the man was nude and covered in tattoos. The tattoos rang a bell, and he realized he was looking at Dakota, model/actor, Maisie's nephew, and a server at Anne Marie's. Dakota was a dark, brooding pretty boy with a perfect pink pout and tousled dark curls that he was always brushing out of his eyes. He was great at his job, but other than that he'd made no impression on Ashton, until now. Ashton watched the younger man on his knees in front of Hima as he sucked on her bright pink cock. What the fuck is happening?

Ashton blinked at his screen, still processing everything when Dakota stood up and bent over the table. Hima lined up behind him and thrust her hips against his ass. Ashton gulped for air and felt beads of sweat break out on his upper lip. He watched for a minute, hypnotized by Dakota writhing in pleasure, his black curls bouncing with every stroke, shoulders hunching over as he gripped the table. Ashton's mind flashed to Calum and what it would look like to have him bent over like that. He realized his dick was getting hard and quickly closed the app, feeling embarrassed for invading her privacy. He fumbled getting his phone into his pocket and accidentally skipped to the next song. "Anytime, Any Place," by Janet Jackson filled the room. He laughed to himself at the sexy song and took another sip of wine.

****

Calum squeezed himself through his clothes. He vaguely remembered Finn telling him Ashton was rumored to have a massive cock. He groaned at the thought of Ashton's hazel eyes looking down at him while he was on his knees. He imagined Ashton's cock brushing against his lips, teasing both of them. Calum groaned and gave up any pretense of trying to work. He stood up too quickly and knocked his chair over causing Brutus to wake from a dead sleep and start barking his head off.

"It's ok, boy," Calum assured him, making sure he laid back down before going into his bedroom and shutting the door. Moments later he was stripped down to his boxers and shirt digging through his top dresser drawer until he found the small bag hiding under his socks. He pulled a bottle of lube and a small silicone sleeve out of the bag and walked back to the bed. He peeled off his shirt, kicked off his underwear and laid on his back on the bed. His cock was flat against his stomach, and as Calum reached for it he wondered what Ashton was doing right now.

****

Ashton felt the plug slip into his ass and shivered at the chill of the stainless steel. He wiped his hands off on a towel and walked out of the bathroom into his bedroom. The music was still playing. Janet's silky smooth voice gave way to Beyonce’s sultry vocals

Baby put your arms around me

Tell me I'm a problem

He walked back into his bedroom, feeling delicious shivers from the pressure on his prostate as he moved. The city lights illuminated the room from the open blinds on the balcony.

Stop acting so scared, just do what I tell

First go through my legs, go back on your head

And whatever you want, yeah baby I'll bet it comes true

He reached down and squeezed his dick, rubbing his thumb over the tip down to the sensitive underside of the ridge. Pulling the shaft down and away from his body, pushing almost to the point of pain before easing up and giving it a nice slow stroke. He repeated the motion, each time pulling a little harder, edging a little closer to making it hurt, each time when he pulled back the relief was more intense. His fantasies were new visions: dark eyes and black curls still coming into focus in his mind's eye. He squeezed his muscles around the plug as he tapped the remote on the table next to him. The plug began to vibrate on the lowest speed and Ashton hissed at the sensation. He wondered if he'd let Calum fuck him. Ashton didn't bottom very often. Luke didn't like to do the work, rarely agreed to switch up and whined whenever he did. Calum looked like he could give as well as he got.

***

Calum grunted as he pushed his cock, slick and shiny with lube, into the sleeve. His hips jerked upwards into the air as the countless smooth nubby fingers lining the inside of the toy closed around his swollen shaft, gripping and massaging the taut skin with every stroke. He screwed his eyes shut picturing Ashton on his back with his knees pulled up to his chest as he begged for him. Calum bit his lip to stifle a moan, slowing down his speed, not wanting to cum too fast. Hima told him Ashton called himself a “bendy boy” and had a strict yoga routine which just sent Calum's mind spinning, picturing trying different positions until Ashton was screaming for him. Calum moved his hand away, leaving the toy. The scenario in his mind began to switch up. The only thing Calum could think of hotter than fucking Ashton was getting railed by his massive cock.

****

The combed cotton, high-thread-count pillowcase felt velvety soft and air-conditioned chilled when he bunched the pillow in his fists as he thrust his hips, burying his shaft in the soft folds. It felt amazing but was cold comfort when he was craving Calum's body heat. He turned the remote up a notch and adjusted the settings; a pulse pattern began throbbing against his core. He squeezed down on his dick even harder. He could feel the delicate feathers snapping under his fingers, but he didn't care. Ashton ached for release, longing to have Calum in his bed tonight. Every nerve in his body seemed to come alive as his orgasm began to build. His hips pumped faster trying to match the pulsing rhythm inside him. He wanted Calum, with a craving he’d never felt before. Something in those dark eyes challenged Ashton. There was something about this mysterious reporter that he needed to discover. He was getting closer with every stroke, the fantasy switching to pounding Calum into the mattress, seeing how well he could throw it back. The image was too much and he shuddered, cursing out loud as his climax hit. His hips stuttered and his legs wobbled, forcing him to his knees. The vibrator extended his orgasm, milking him drop by drop as he whimpered and fumbled for the remote. When he finally turned it off, he rolled onto his back and tried to catch his breath, thankful he'd bought a nice fluffy rug to put next to his bed. .

****

Calum flipped over onto his stomach, grinding down with his hips, the sleeve moving with the friction. He wondered if Ashton was vanilla or if he could get into Calum's slight pain kink. He'd looked for Ashton on FetLife to no avail, but he was fairly sure he'd found Hima so that was a surprise. Calum reached up and tugged his nipple hard as his hips rocked slowly. There was a power to Ashton. He had a dominant side which Calum had clearly seen in his dynamic with Luke, despite Ashton being smaller in size. Calum wanted to see how he'd take charge because he wasn't soft like Luke, but he had no doubt Ashton could handle him. Calum raised himself up on his forearms, pumping his hips furiously. He thought about those arms wrapped around his neck, his teeth grazing Ashton's blood moon tattoos as he bent Cal over and took him hard and fast. He whimpered, biting the pillow, his rhythm starting to stutter as he thought about Ashton looking up at him, eyes wide with Calum's hand at his throat as they reached their high together. Calum was just at the edge when he quickly rolled over, removing the toy and ruining his orgasm. He gasped, his whole body shaking as his release spilled onto his belly. After a moment he reached down, using the sleeve to tease the tip through the aftershocks until it became too sensitive to touch. He was hungry again, so he grabbed a Kleenex and wiped himself off as best he could before walking, still naked, back through his house to turn on the oven. Pizza was always a good snack after sex, and he had an article to work on.

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crimsonbluemoon · 5 years ago

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For the prompt game 12//07//25 please? Ah... Ohmtoonz? or a pair you've been itching to do :3

EACH TIME I SAY I WONT OVERDUE IT

Yet here we are. >.>

AU: BabysitterTrope: Childhood friendsPrompt: “I know this looks bad, but I swear it’s not.”

Pairing: Ohmtoonz

“Okay, I know this looks bad-” Ryan had to take a deep breath to keep from bursting out in laughter at the scene. His kitchen, which had been pristine and tidy when he’d left for a meeting with his lawyer three hours ago, was covered in more colors than he thought he could process. In the middle of the room sat Joe, hands splotched in yellow and smearing the substance down the tiles already coated in pink. The ‘babysitter’, (the term used very loosely, since it was a last minute decision after Joe’s original babysitter got sick) was in no better shape. Blue clumps of paint (Ryan hoped it was paint) were threaded through hair he remembered being much fluffier when they were children. Age had tamed it, though the red beard was even brighter now with fingerpaint between the strands. The place, his four year old son, and his babysitter were a disaster that Ryan still wasn’t sure whether to laugh or cry over. “But I swear it’s not.”

“Luke.” Trying to keep from smiling, Ryan stepped forward, hands leaving his slack’s pockets to point above. “My ceiling is purple.”

“And orange!” Joe supplied happily, splashing his hands down into an actual pile of paint beside him.

“What happened? You’re a police officer; you literally shoot people for a living. How did a four year old get the jump on you like this?” Ryan had to tease, because it’d been so long since he’d been able to. Luke had always been the one that got away; his best friend for nearly two decades before, at eighteen, he left to travel Europe and ‘find his meaning’ in life. Ryan had wanted to go, nearly asked to join, but had simply stood in the airport and held back tears just long enough for Luke to enter the gate without seeing them. He’d been head over heels in love back then, and sometimes he’d thought the feeling was mutual. But all the ‘what ifs’ flew away with Luke on his plane, and Ryan had forced himself to move on.

Eight years, one messy divorce, and a son later, Ryan had run into his high school love at the bank four months prior. Luke had come back to their hometown years ago to become a cop, but Ryan’s wonderful ex-wife had demanded he move to the west coast with her. He’d never got wind of Luke’s return, too distracted by the birth of Joe and the mother of his child abandoning her duties to run off with the pool guy. Ryan hadn’t been able to move back to his hometown until four months ago, still working on finalizing the paperwork and letting Joe finish his first year in pre-school before moving him back across the country.

He’d felt a little lonely, raising his toddler without a hand to help support him on days he didn’t want to get out of bed. It wasn’t like his marriage had given him much in that department, either. She’d been distant after Joe was born, jealous of the attention Ryan gave their son, and sought her happiness in someone else. She hadn’t even said goodbye to their son when she left, which had been the coldest part of it all. And Ryan didn’t know how to de-thaw from her abandonment. Joe helped, because he was Ryan’s world. Honestly, the only good thing about the marriage was the ball of optimistic sunshine. But he had bouts of crying and questions about why his mom left that kept Ryan awake and aching for hours. Wounded with nobody willing to help heal him. Maybe he’d always been that alone, that empty and unlovable-

Except one look of relief and the words ‘There you are’ in a bank full of people was enough to fill his heart to the brim again.

“Your kid’s way sneakier than the idiots in our town.” Luke glanced down at Joe with a grin that proved his next words were affectionate. “Like a damn little squirrel.”

“That’s my favorite animal!” Joe gasped out, and Ryan shook his head in disbelief. Two days ago, it had been a flamingo. He’d begged Ryan to buy him a lawn decoration of the pink bird, which Ryan had firmly said no to. They barely even had a lawn, and he knew that Joe would never play with it. The puppy dog eyes were hard to refuse, but Ryan was getting better at putting his foot down. They did not need the bird.

But then Joe asked Luke, who bought it before Ryan came back from the bathroom. Ryan wasn’t sure who he scolded more that night over chicken fingers and fries.

“Yup, you mentioned that. Six times.” Without an ounce of annoyance, Luke let Joe climb onto his lap, sitting cross legged so the toddler had a better seat. Green was smeared over Luke’s sweatpants from where Joe had dragged his knees, but like the amazing human he was, Luke didn’t show any regret over being a human jungle gym. “And remember what I told you each time?”

“Daddy’s favorite animal is a bunny,” Joe chirped back, and the long forgotten memory bubbled up too quick for Ryan to hide his blush.

“Luke!”

“What? I didn’t tell him why you like rabbits so much.” Except there was a grin on Luke’s face that was anything but innocent. Because how could it be, when Luke had never let him live down the time he walked in on Jonathan and Evan’s first time. He hand’t meant to blurt out ‘they were fucking like rabbits’ so loudly, and didn’t know that Mini had been recording the party. Craig got the perfect angle of Ryan nearly throwing himself down the stairs to escape the traumatizing experience. He wasn’t sure who had the tape anymore (maybe Panda, since his friend always liked to watch it whenever he was needing a pick me up), but Ryan had to guess that Luke watched it over a hundred times.

“We’re not talking about this,” Ryan said, sending Luke a meaningful look through his blush. “We need to talk about who’s going to clean this disaster you and my son created.”

“I’ve got the kitchen if you take the rugrat.” The offer of help was so simple, yet every time, it sucker-punched Ryan. Luke had not been expecting Joe when Ryan came back from California, blaming Jonathan’s ‘lack of understanding with the English language’ as to why he didn’t know. Ryan hadn’t been a fan of social media, and only kept in touch with a few old friends from the town. But like Joe was his own, Luke didn’t hesitate to jump into the fray with Ryan, helping out whenever he could. Being a cop meant weird hours and long shifts, but Luke never complained when he popped over to visit them after work. Ryan never needed to ask for help; Luke just gave it. Whether it was cooking Joe food while Ryan took a much needed shower, or picking out pjs as Ryan bathed the fussy kid, Luke was there to lend a hand and a smile right when Ryan needed it.

But for the life of him, Ryan couldn’t figure out why. Luke was attractive and single, and the talk of the town even now. It was hard to go into the supermarket without hearing one of the cashiers asking Ryan how Luke was doing. It was common knowledge in their little town where Luke spent most of his days, and it seemed people thought the best way to catch his attention was through befriending Ryan again. The jealousy and insecurity from high school reared up, and Ryan had to attack it with a fire hose to keep from Luke knowing. Luke had a right to date, to court whoever he wanted, because he didn’t owe Ryan and Joe anything-

“Uh oh, daddy’s daydreaming again.” Joe’s words and a snort of Luke made Ryan re-focus, turning his attention back to the two still on the floor. Luke looked so content with the toddler in his lap, and Joe showed no signs of discomfort being so close to the other man. They were covered in paint and his house was a wreck, but Ryan felt his heart swell at the warm image.

“Maybe you should go pick out your pjs so I can check in with your dad.” Luke’s words were like magic; with a quickness that he never had when Ryan asked him to move, Joe scampered out of the kitchen. Little purple footprints made Ryan groan, but his shoulders barely got to slump before warm hands were pulling him forward into a hug.

“You’re covered in paint,” Ryan protested weakly, though put up no real fight. The smooth hand that slid down his spine melted his stress away, and Ryan felt helpless to the urge of sinking into Luke’s warm chest.

“What did Tyler say?” Luke didn’t mince words, but kept his voice low against Ryan’s ear. There was no reason to shiver at the contact or intimacy of their position, because Ryan knew it meant nothing like what his heart hoped it would.

“He said this next court case will be the final one; she’s not fighting for any custody.” He should have been happy about the news, since it’d been what he and Tyler had asked for when discussing Joe’s fate. But it’d stung, knowing that even now, his ex-wife wanted nothing to do with the son they had created together. How did he explain that to Joe when he got older? When he asked questions about her, when he got angry and confused about his own self-worth? Ryan would do whatever he could to raise Joe with love and care, but fights would happen. They’d disagree over bigger things than eating broccoli or only reading two stories before bed. Who would Joe turn to in those moments? That was why he’d probably tried so hard with his ex-wife to begin with; he’d never wanted Joe to feel unsupported or disadvantaged because he’d only have Ryan.

But he couldn’t make her love Joe. And that killed him more than the divorce ever could.

“She’s an idiot.” Luke’s words of anger toward a woman he never met was unlike him. Charisma and open-mindedness were his middle name, never judging a book by its cover. But Joe’s mother seemed to be the one exception, Luke showing disdain toward her from day one. “She had everything anyone could ever want, and she gave it up like an idiot.”

“You really liked babysitting Joe that much, huh?” Ryan tried to make a joke, but his laugh was cut off when Luke grasped his shoulders and pulled him back far enough to force eye contact.

“I’m not just talking about him.” The serious gaze made it hard to breathe, Ryan’s chest stuffed with too much to sort through. His eyes blinked slowly, reminiscent of the unspoken feelings he’d shut down at the airport years ago. Now they oozed out without his permission, and he didn’t have a plane to help hide them this time around.

“I’m…I’m not-”

“Not what? Intelligent? Charming? Sweet? A great father that your kid would spend every second of the day with if he could? Not someone who deserves love?” Luke’s words were followed by a grin, a warm palm cupping Ryan’s face and slowly dragging a thumb under his wet eye. “Not the most amazing guy I’ve ever got to meet? Who, if I ever got the chance to call my husband, would never go a day without knowing how crazy in love with him I was? Cause I’ll tell you right now, you are all of those things. Every single one of them. You are worth so much more than you could ever know. And I’ll knock out any fucking moron who says anything else.”

“Luke…” But what could Ryan say? His stomach fluttered at the words, hope rising in his throat and keeping his vocal chords from speaking again. There was no room for protest, because Luke’s steady words and lack of hesitation proved the statements came from his very being. He really saw Ryan as something to brag about, as someone to keep. When his own wife, who was supposed to want him until death do them part, threw him away. Ryan knew he needed to say something, to give a response in some way to the confession (and Jesus, did Luke say he loved Ryan?), but his mind was too fuzzy and scared to speak and destroy the fantasy.

“Luke said a bad word!” Joe, however, had no such problems, and Ryan forced his eyes away from Luke to see his son with his hands pointing to the counter. “He needs to put money in the swear jar!”

“Oh, ri-right.” Ryan swallowed slowly and tried to focus, but a little peek at Luke from the corner of his eye made his heart jump into his throat again. His blush was deep, he knew it, but there was no saving himself. “You owe a dollar to the jar.”

Luke’s grin was a mile wide as he slipped past, dropping the bill into the jar while keeping his eyes set on Ryan. And when he spoke, Ryan knew he wasn’t speaking about the swear.

“So worth it.”

#hubcat99 #Ohmtoonz #Ohmwrecker #Cartoonz #Sultry boys #<3 #Crimson drabblez

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( alexander skarsgard, male, he/him ) — a member of the de graaf family seeks entry to the society ! duncan is a 39 year old prince who hails from the hague, netherlands, who call them the farceur. although their peers know them for being thoughtful and passionate , their reputation for being a humorist and avant-garde might hinder their relations with current society members. while the de graaf family is known for being the dutch royal family, the society’s hopeful hyperion is better remembered by houdini slipping free of his bonds, a crown untouched rested upon a throne, a one way ticket to the u.s. of a, battles of wits with big business, and the pale line where a wedding ring used to be. initial reports say their goal of finally convincing his parents to let his sister succeed him in the succession line would be their first priority after being inducted, although who’s to say that won’t change ?

BASICS ;

name: prince duncan constantijn apollo matthias de graaf

gender and pronouns: cis male, he/him

age: thirty-nine (born 1 october, 1980 — palace of noordeinde, the hague, netherlands)

nicknames: duncan donuts, sometimes. or princeling.

zodiac sign: libra

orientations: bisexual / biromantic

nationality: dutch

religion: atheist (formerly catholic)

neuroses: none

HISTORY ;

hometown: the hague, netherlands

father: bram levi de graaf

mother: mila sophie de graaf

siblings: @ofivana (younger sister)

educational background: global affairs at yale; he finished it because he wanted to stay in america. not because he was genuinely invested.

languages spoken: dutch, english, italian, german, french

occupational history: he’s currently a philanthropist and a showrunner / comedian who up until recently lived in basin city, washington state.

achievement: getting his show on the air!

THE SOCIETY ;

codename: hyperion

meaning: he was the titan of heavenly light, and is rarely mentioned during depictions of the titanomachy. he’s not here to join a side or to start fights, he’s here to support his sister ivy and his (ex-) wife, phoebe.

traditionalist or reformist: reformist

goals in the society: convince the de graafs to give the throne to ivy; help more people victimised by people as rich as the society’s members; get his show a bigger platform; have a good time

opinion on the society: ivy thinks it’s important so that’s good enough for duncan. he just wishes it would do more with its insane ability to help others.

PERSONALITY ;

mbti: esfp-a

enneagram: two, with a three wing

temperament: sanguine

hogwarts house: gryffindor

inspirations: michael carter from marvel’s agent carter, joe lycett / hugo boss, jake peralta from nbc’s brooklyn nine-nine, lee scoresby from his dark materials

tropes: tbd

YOUR MUSE AS ;

a piece of art: my bed by tracey emin

a song: the tales of lee scoresby by lorne balfe

a book: what we owe to each other by t.m. scanlon

a movie: eternal sunshine of the spotless mind

a tv show: the good place

a historical era: the sixties, probably.

a historical figure: edward viii

a colour: cornflower

an animal: a golden retriever. honestly.

YOUR MUSE’S DREAM ;

job: not being crown prince anymore. maybe a lawyer of some kind so he could really help people in a bind.

vacation: he would love to go to the gold coast.

day: the day they tell him they’ve given in and given the throne to ivy, plus a healthy helping of chips with mayonnaise and a flight back to america.

as a child: to be king. he realised it wasn’t all what it was cracked up to be.

last night: inventing an even better type of coffee.

that they gave up on: being king.

that they have right now: another season of his show!

TL; DR

- duncan is the elder of two born to the royals of the netherlands and into a luxurious lifestyle, and as far as they’re concerned whatever he does he was just born to be king.

- he’s tried everything. spent most of his time away from the netherlands and in the united states, barely passed his global relations degree at yale, started a show fucking over the capitalists for which his family stands, given copious money from the coffers for charity and started proceedings to get an american citizenship — but nothing has worked.

- he even tried defying the marriage match made for him by marrying the cousin ( @braniacphoebe ) of the infamous duchess of norfolk ( @duchessnorfolk ) but since she was still nobility-related they simply approved of the match.

- even when they divorced, for some complex reasons including an attempt to get the catholic de graafs to change the line, nothing seemed to manage it. they said they didn’t like her anyway.

- his show is based on the british show joe lycett’s got your back! you should check it out if you’ve got the time, it’s delightful. by being in the society he wants to further this, and give his sister — the closest thing in his life — her dream, that she deserves.

- until the show started airing he lived in basin city. now he lives in l.a. he doesn’t like it as much.

#gilded:intro

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alexmandryfamilylawyers · 2 years ago

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Knowledge and Expertise in the Field of Family Law:

Understanding of Local Laws and Regulations:

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such as financial advisors or therapists who specialize in helping families cope with emotional issues arising from separation or divorce proceedings. This would otherwise take time and effort searching independently with no guarantee about the quality of services provided by those professionals found online.

Having the right family lawyer in Sunshine Coast can make all the difference when it comes to resolving your legal issues. With that in mind, let's look at some tips for choosing the right family lawyer.

Key Takeaway: Hiring a family lawyer in Sunshine Coast can help protect your rights and get the best possible outcome for your case. They have knowledge of local laws, expertise in family law matters, and the ability to negotiate on your behalf with access to additional support networks.

Tips for Choosing the Right Family Lawyer in Sunshine Coast

Choosing the right family lawyer in Sunshine Coast is an important decision. It’s essential to find a lawyer who has the qualifications, experience and knowledge to handle your case effectively. Here are some tips for finding the best family lawyer for you:

Research Different Lawyers and Their Reputations:

When researching different lawyers in your area, it is important to look into their credentials, experience, practice areas, and track record of success with similar cases in order to make an informed decision. Ask friends or colleagues if they have any recommendations as well. Make sure you feel comfortable with the attorney before making a final decision.

Ask for Referrals from Friends or Colleagues:

Talk to people you know who have had experiences working with family lawyers in Sunshine Coast. Get referrals from them so that you can get an idea of which attorneys might be good fits for your needs. You can also look at online reviews and ratings to get more information about each potential lawyer's services and expertise. Taking the time to review each potential lawyer will also give you a better understanding of the quality of their work based on client satisfaction.

Know the Fees and Charges:

Before deciding on a particular attorney, make sure you understand what kind of fees will be charged by them for their services. Some lawyers may charge hourly rates while others may offer flat fee packages depending on the complexity of your case and other factors, such as location or type of legal service needed (e.g., divorce vs child custody). Be sure to ask questions upfront so there are no surprises later when it's time to pay your legal bills.

Choosing the right family lawyer in Sunshine Coast is an important decision that requires research and consideration. With these tips, you can make an informed choice to ensure your legal needs are met. Now let's look at common questions about working with a family lawyer in Sunshine Coast.

Key Takeaway: When looking for a family lawyer in Sunshine Coast, research different lawyers and their reputations, ask for referrals from friends or colleagues, and understand the fees that will be charged before making a decision.

Common Questions About Working with a Family Lawyer in Sunshine Coast

Many people have questions about working with a family lawyer in Sunshine Coast. Here are some of the most common questions:

How Long Does It Take to Resolve a Case?

The length of time required for resolving a case depends on its complexity and the court's schedule. Generally speaking, however, cases involving divorce or separation take anywhere from six months to two years, while those involving children’s issues or property concerns may take even longer.

What Are My Rights as a Client?

As a client, you have certain rights when working with any type of legal professional, including family lawyers in Sunshine Coast. These include being informed about all aspects of your case; having access to documents related to your case; being able to make decisions regarding settlement offers; and receiving regular updates from your lawyer throughout the process.

The cost of hiring a family lawyer varies depending on their experience level and the complexity of your case. It is important to discuss fees upfront so there are no surprises down the line. In addition, many lawyers offer payment plans or other financing options which can help make legal services more accessible for clients who need them most.

How much does a family lawyer cost in Sunshine Coast, Australia?

The cost of hiring a family lawyer in Sunshine Coast, Australia depends largely on their experience and specialty. Depending on the complexity of the case, you may expect to pay anywhere from $200 to $500+ per hour for their services. Additionally, there are usually additional fees associated with filing and court appearances that could add up quickly. It is best to discuss your specific situation with potential lawyers in order to get an accurate estimate of costs.

Conclusion

In conclusion, family law is a complex and important area of the legal system that requires specialized knowledge. Working with a qualified family lawyer in Sunshine Coast can help you navigate the process and ensure your rights are protected. When choosing a family lawyer in Sunshine Coast, it’s important to consider their qualifications, experience, and reputation. With the right attorney on your side, you can be confident that your case will be handled professionally and efficiently.

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Marriage Story (2019) Review

Really puts you off getting married, doesn’t it? What are you trying to do to us, Netflix?

Plot: A stage director and his actor wife struggle through a gruelling, coast-to-coast divorce that pushes them to their personal and creative extremes.

Well that was depressing. No two ways about it. I watched this movie last night and imagined that it wasn’t going to be all sunshine and rainbows due to the topic this movie explores, yet I did not expect this film to be as extreme as it is. Director Noah Baumbach gives us an honest, pure and raw look into the process of a marriage breaking apart. It’s painfully realistic, having the ominous feeling of loss and inevitability haunting this movie from beginning to end. You know exactly how this thing is going to conclude, and knowing makes it the more disheartening. You also end up getting attached to both the characters of Charlie and Nicole, and in this scenario where no one really is in the wrong, you feel the more sorry for them and what each of them is going through. Especially when lawyers get involved in this whole mess, the entire thing becomes even more ugly and destructive. There are certain scenes that are truly difficult to watch, due to the well written script and the performances from the cast. That being said, there are moments throughout the film where Baumbach offers a few laughs as well as some very sweet moments. One scene that really stood out to me was when Charlie (played by Adam Driver by the way) goes out with his son to celebrate Halloween in the midst of a custody battle and the entire way that sequence is done as they walk about the streets of LA for some reason reminded me of Charlie Chaplin’s The Kid, both in style and theme. It was both sad yet adorable.

Both Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson give career-best performances by simply acting like real people. You truly believe every single expression and word that they deliver, and you feel for them, you sympathise with them, you judge them for their mistakes, you see their vulnerabilities, and you really root and hope till the last minute that maybe in the end everything will work out between them. But it is lost hope from the beginning. And you know it. Driver and Johansson are an absolute marvel in this, and kind of makes me question if their real love lives are going okay...

Noah Baumbach has created something extraordinary. This is a severely depressing picture, but that doesn’t mean it’s bad. In fact it’s simply amazing. This is crisp film-making and easily gives Netflix an even stronger shot this year to play well at the Oscars compared to their last attempt with Roma (which respectively did well in its own right!). This is as real as films get!

Overall score: 8/10

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4 Benefits of Hiring a Divorce Lawyer in the Sunshine Coast

Divorce is often a tough time for most couples. Having a good lawyer can help make the process simpler and hassle-free. It’s important to hire experienced divorce lawyers in Sunshine Coast who can work closely with you to prevent you from making big and potentially costly mistakes. Moreover, having proper legal representation ensures that the proceedings and outcome will be fair and favourable to you and any children you have.

Whether you are ending your marriage amicably or not, custody of children and division of assets can be daunting and involves a lot of decision making. This makes it unwise to go through a divorce without the proper lawyer. Family law is complex and you don’t want to make the wrong decisions that you have to live with for the rest of your life. Here are more benefits of hiring a divorce lawyer:

Access to expertise

Divorce lawyers in Sunshine Coast will walk you through the process and provide the needed legal advice and assistance to make informed decisions around issues like child custody and division of assets. A competent lawyer will intervene and suggest acceptable terms you and your spouse may agree with, so you can avoid further problems and arguments, which could potentially make the process traumatic and messy.

Expert assistance

Asset division is usually the area that is most contentious in divorce proceedings. A lawyer will work with you to come up with a strategy or a plan for dealing with the allocation of assets in the best possible way. Competent lawyers will help with negotiations and make sure that you can avoid any pitfalls.

Objectivity

When divorce becomes messy, it can trigger a lot of stress and uncontrollable emotions, which could skew your perspectives and prevent you from thinking objectively. Experienced divorce lawyers in Sunshine Coast will help you stay objective throughout the process.

Makes the process less complex and more cost-effective

Divorce can easily become an expensive process without a lawyer. Although you will be paying some legal fees, there are reputable divorce lawyers in Sunshine Coast who are known for their custom lower fees that are tailored to your unique situation.

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Hi! Can I ask what are your top fics of 2017 so far? The fics I've been reading for the past week(s) were all from 2015/16.. So I've been wanting to catch up with the new ones. :) Thanks looove

Oh shit, that’s a hard question ^^

(I’ll update this until the end of the year)(last update on Dec.14th 2014)

(also this is mostly in chronological order of my reading) (and fair warning, I haven’t read a Larry fic since Nov.17th)

- Fall At My Door , by @fullonlarrie : A-list actor Harry Styles and award-winning musician Louis Tomlinson have an acquaintances-with-benefits relationship, so whenever their busy professional lives happen to land them in the same city, they meet up. It’s a mutually beneficial arrangement.And that’s all it is. Until it isn’t. (30k, E)

- Feels Like Coming Home, by @phd-mama : The last thing Harry Styles expects when he’s hanging out at the Someday Cafe in Somerville one rainy October day is for his ex, Louis Tomlinson to walk through the door, but that’s exactly what happens. After a spectacularly ugly break-up three years prior, Harry hasn’t heard one word from Louis, and he’s moved on. Gotten over him. But having Louis back in his life, not to mention working at the restaurant where he’s a chef, isn’t easy, and the feelings that Harry thought he’d left turn out to be not so easily forgotten. This is a story about love and the power of forgiveness, and how the hard choices we make define us, and change our lives.(60k, E)

- Saved Tonight, by objectlesson : Harry is the world’s most persistent seduction-baker, a questionable dog-sitter, and Louis’s biggest fan. Louis hasn’t written in years, is trying to pass loneliness off as cynicism, and absolutely hates his fans. It’s probably destiny. (30k, E)

- Just Breathe, by @a-writerwrites and @dimpled-halo: Louis pops his head into the kitchen, “You alright?”Harry smiles shaking his head, “Just my clumsy arse at it again,” he says laughing.“I oughta put you over my knee and give you a good spanking,” Louis mutters, chuckling.Harry freezes. His pulse races so hard he can feel the blood rushing fast and hot throughout his body, like a livewire, zinging through him in a delirious rush. His mouth goes dry, and his eyes are wide. And when Louis turns around to look at him after being silent for so long, it’s like Louis just knows. He understands. Harry loves him so fucking much. **** OR the one where Harry and Louis are on a journey through life together — one that includes discovering dark, hidden parts of themselves that only the other can find. (50k, E)

- Then We Talk Slow , by @letsjustsee : (…) A famous/non-famous AU in which Louis banters back and forth with his new record company on Twitter, only to find out that Harry is the man behind the tweets. (20k, E)

- Riptide , by FlyingAlwaysInColor : AU in which Louis loses his amazing mum, and is sent on a forced holiday to a luxury spa resort where he meets a green-eyed butterfly-angel and an adventurous Irishman who help him start to heal by administering equal doses of love and laughter. (91k, E)

- Reduce Me To A Pleading Cry (Break The Skin and Tantalize), by @taggiecb : As the CEO of Styles & Styles, Harry Styles cuts a brooding and handsome figure at the helm of a very successful business. His reputation for intensity is well known, but you would be intense, too, if you had to work numbers all day, give countless orders, and conduct endless meetings. When all you really want to do at night–ache to do–is give away the reins, let someone else make the decisions, be ordered around for once, just–let go. Harry has reached his breaking point when one touch from a man whose very stance commands attention leads him back to a place he thought he’d never return. Or Harry is a broody submissive boss, Louis is a natural dom who works in the mail room at Styles & Styles, Niall is a matchmaking oracle, and a slender, dark haired man stands mute at the coffee stand encouraging others to spill their secrets. (33k, E)

- Resist Everything Except Temptation, by @domestic-harry : (…) The one where Louis is the commodore’s son who is forced to become a part of Harry’s crew when he is captured. (100k, E)

(more under the cut, this list is gonna be so long …)

- Them Butterflies , by @gaycousinlarry : To sum it all up - Louis is beautiful. Breathtakingly so. And Harry can’t find it in himself to even question the fact that he thinks so. Louis is mesmerising, nearly magnetic with all the energy bouncing off of him. Harry doesn’t know what to make of it, but he knows he doesn’t want this night to end. This is the extraordinarily ordinary AU where Harry falls in love for the first time and Louis learns how to fall in love all over again. (68k, E)

- When We Were Younger, by @dinosaursmate: About a week after Harry started visiting this particular chat room, he was watching some kid argue with the whole room about football, personally disinterested as he tipped a bag of crisps into his mouth. He happily chomped on the crumbs, taking a swig from a glass of Ribena to wash them down, glancing at the screen and very nearly spat the squash back out again. His heart was pounding wildly. The display icon of the argumentative newcomer had caught his eye, and not in a good way. He gulped as he clicked the picture, and when it popped up in full resolution, his heart nearly fell right out of his arse. - Sixteen year old Harry Styles’ world turns upside down when he logs on to gay teen chat to discover somebody has stolen his photos and used them as their own. (76k, E)

- Fool’s Gold , by @freetheankles : Or the Arnacoeur AU in which Harry is scheduled to be married to Liam in 10 days and Harry’s mother hires Louis and his team to break them up. (55h, E)

- Dance Me (to the End of Love), by @phd-mama : You would think that it’s a simple process - you meet, you fall in love, you get married. But when you add one lawyer and one overly-competitive high school teacher to that equation, it’s no longer a straight line from beginning to end. Or the story of how a simple proposal becomes a competition where no one loses in the end. (19k, E)

- Life Was a Song, You Came Along, by @rainbowninja : It’s embarrassing how long it takes Louis to recognize his own song. Niall had sung it as a bright, hopeful love song, and that’s honestly how Louis had always assumed it should sound. But this new voice, slow and rough, stripped of any backing instrument, has infused the lyrics with just the tumultuous mix of fear and defiance that Louis can remember so clearly from the night he wrote them. It’s not a comfortable thing, to feel like someone is singing all your secrets back to you. Louis is a songwriter trapped in a lie that could ruin his best friend’s career. Harry owns a record store, distrusts everyone in the music industry on principle, but loves Niall Horan’s newest album. A modern retelling of Singin’ in the Rain.(37k, E)

- Wholehearted, by TheMagicWord : AU. When superstar singer and winner of The Voice Louis Tomlinson tweets “Nothing worse than waking up with no milk for a cuppa !! Gutted” he doesn’t expect someone to bring him some. And he really doesn’t expect that someone to have bright green eyes, long curly hair, and (fucking) dimples. (77k, E)

- Looking Through You, by @allwaswell16 : Just as Louis and Liam were starting out in the music industry, writing and producing for up and coming artists, a fateful meeting with new pop singer Harry Styles changes everything. Four years later, just as Harry is set to embark on his next world tour, a drunken confession causes a rift between once inseparable friends. As Harry tries to make sense of his feelings for Louis, he begins writing his next album to express them as it may be the only way to break through the walls that Louis has built between them. (41k, E)

- Love’s Truest Language , by @smrwine : The first part was meant as a joke. He didn’t really expect Harry to buy anything. It was just Louis’ way of softening the ‘get the fuck out’ blow. “Where’s your order forms, then?” “I don’t want your flowers.” Louis chided before directing all of his attention to the arrangement in front of him. Harry laughed under his breath as he stood to his full height, “Who said anything about them being for you, love?” (48k, E)

- got the sunshine on my shoulders , by @hattalove : five years ago, harry styles left his tiny home town to make it big as a recording artist. he didn’t have much regard for what he left behind - a life, a family, and a husband, who woke up one morning to find him gone.now, harry has everything he could possibly want: he’s rich, famous, and adored by everyone he meets, including his boyfriend. but when said boyfriend proposes to him, he’s forced to face the uncomfortable facts of his past - and louis, who’s spent the last five years returning every set of divorce papers harry sent him.(or, an au based on the movie sweet home alabama.)(124k, E)

- Never Let Me Go, by @loveisalaserquest17 : Harry and Louis have been friends forever, but they couldn’t be more different. One night, with a little too much alcohol, they make a pact to marry in ten years if they’re both still single.Now, one month before the deadline, Louis is willing to do whatever it takes to avoid ending up with his best friend. But is he, really? | Loosely inspired by The 10 Year Plan (55k, E)

- Don’t Want Shelter , by @fullonlarrie : Louis and Harry have known each other all their lives. Friends as children, they danced around each other as teenagers, and have spent the last twenty-five years either screaming at each other or not speaking at all. Except for that one time ten years ago…When Hurricane Nicole threatens the coast, they end up stuck together in their families’ old vacation home that they begrudgingly co-own.During the storm, and in the months after, they’re both forced to reevaluate their history and what they mean to each other. (76k, E)

- Turning Page, by @daisyharry : AU: Harry Styles tries to get lost in a place he’s never been. Louis Tomlinson has been perfecting the art of being lost for years. What they don’t expect to find is each other. (67k, M)

- No One Like You , by @myownsparknow : Where Liam and Niall are art historians discovering the truth about two nineteenth century painters on opposite sides of an artistic divide. (20k, M)

- Paint Me In A Million Dreams , by @greenfeelings : Harry’s one of Hollywood’s biggest actors, has made a name for himself in prestigious films and lives the life of a superstar. There’s just one thing missing to make it picture-perfect, but the one Harry’s in love with is completely out of reach for him. Enter Louis, one of Hollywood’s biggest actors himself, who just came out of the closet and taps new genres in the industry. When Louis sacks the role Harry auditioned for in Scorsese’s next big film, their irrational feud starts. Who could have guessed it would get even worse when for promo season, their teams decide to present them as a couple for publicity? (110k, M)

-(Take Me Home) Country Roads, by @a-writerwrites : OR a Northern Exposure AU featuring Louis as the big city doctor, Harry as a natural healer, Niall as a secretive barkeep, Liam and Zayn head over heels for each other but they don’t know it and a lot of hurt, comfort and moonshine in between. (86k, E)

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graham easton is thirty-three and looks like henry cavill. former Corporate Robot divorce lawyer. wife (santi’s priyanka chopra) left him for being more married to his work and it was the eye opener he didn’t know he needed so in the last year he has quit his job and opened a bar/speakeasy with his college best friend (kara’s amber heard) has three kiddos with his ex-wife. has probably started seeing a younger free spirit who forces him to go out and have Fun and be less high strung but is also highkey going to start sleeping with his wife again

needs: so he’s got a twin sister (mickey’s crystal reed) and they’re in a this is us fam so they need their adopted brother who should also be 33!! needs lots of early-mid thirties friends!! and the ~free spirit he’s been seeing recently c;

lux cimino is twenty-three and looks like nicola peltz. budtender at the local dispensary and a general Mess. she’s got no filter and an attitude bigger than the state of texas. mommy issues, daddy issues, literally all of the issues. Dark And Twisty. acts high and mighty and like she doesn’t need anyone,,, but truth is, she’s quite dependent and constantly craves attention (and intimacy) but doesn’t want to admit it. highkey a sex addict. definitely a party princess, Never Sober, probably could kick ur ass

needs: more half siblings bc her dad was a Hoe (request coming soon to a theatre near u by kara) i plan to request a one tree hill friends group complete with girl roomies and prank wars with the boys next door. lots and lots of lovers??? prob some sort of toxic relationship thing idk

romilda “millie” rush is twenty-nine and looks like melissa benoist. surgical resident at the local hospital. hasn’t been back to town since she left for college eleven years ago. heart was Broken by her childhood best friend and boyfriend sawyer jenkins so she left for the east coast and never looked back. shortly after getting engaged to her college sweetie, millie and sawyer met again. a night of passion led to a pregnancy that millie has made everyone believe is her now husband’s. but!!! she��s back in portland and it’s time to face the truth (bc that girl looks just like sawyer, it’s bound to come out)

needs: all the friends because she’s literal sunshine. i plan to make a grey’s anatomy inspired surgical staff request!!! so that as well. maybe a high school ex before she dated sawyer??? (but tbh she was always in love with him,,, js) also definitely needs her husband!!!!

wilder sinclair is twenty-eight and looks like tyler hoechlin. went to college for three semesters before dropping out to buy a food truck. so that’s what he’s been doing ever since. the family lost their father just seven weeks ago and he’s been helping out at the family tavern so consider him a jack of all trades food and bev related. literal village idiot who can’t say no and usually finds himself in Situations because of it (ie: cheating,,, oops) basically a frat douche but he’s too much of a dumbass to be too douchey

needs: friends!!! more lovers, exes, idk!! he’s currently banging his roomie/best friend and also his recent ex girlfriend that he cheated on with said roomie. oops. also give us the last two siblings!!

#voltagerp #look i'm getting my life together!!!#ish #requests will prob wait til the site's open so msg me if you want a/t #bye

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Unlock the Benefits of a Family Lawyer in Sunshine Coast

Are you facing a legal issue related to family law in Sunshine Coast? A good family lawyer can make all the difference when it comes to navigating through difficult decisions. Whether it's divorce, separation, children's issues or property concerns in Sunshine Coast, having an experienced and knowledgeable family lawyer by your side is essential. In this blog post, we'll discuss what a family lawyer does, why you need one and how to choose the right professional for your situation. We also provide some tips on working with your Sunshine Coast-based family lawyer once they're hired. Read on for more information.

Table of Contents:

What is a Family Lawyer?

The Role of a Family Lawyer

Qualifications of a Family Lawyer

Why You Need a Family Lawyer

Benefits of Having a Family Lawyer

Cases Handled By a Family Lawyer

Statute of Limitations

How to Choose the Right Sunshine Coast Family Lawyer

Research Potential Lawyers in the Area

Assess Credentials and Experience

Look for a Good Fit

Tips for Working with Your Sunshine Coast Family Lawyer

Prepare for Your Initial Consultation

Understand the Process and Timeline

Stay Diligent

FAQs in Relation to Family Lawyer Sunshine Coast

How much does a family lawyer cost in Australia?

What does a family solicitor deal with?

Is it better to get a local divorce attorney?

Conclusion

What is a Family Lawyer?

A family lawyer is a legal professional who specializes in matters related to the family unit. This is an attorney who specializes in providing legal services related to family law. They provide advice and representation on issues such as divorce, separation, children's rights, property settlement and other domestic matters.

Family lawyers are knowledgeable about the laws that govern families and can help individuals navigate through difficult times with their expertise. The goal of a family lawyer is to ensure that all parties involved receive fair treatment under the law while protecting their rights throughout the process.

The Role of a Family Lawyer

A family lawyer assists with many different types of legal issues pertaining to families, including prenuptial agreements, drafting or reviewing contracts for cohabitation or marriage, filing for divorce, negotiating child support payments, representing clients during mediation or court proceedings, advising on spousal maintenance payments, handling adoptions and guardianships, creating wills or trusts for estate planning purposes, and preparing documents related to real estate transactions such as mortgages or leases.

Qualifications of a Family Lawyer

To practice family law in Australia a lawyer must be registered with the relevant state's Legal Services Commission. They must also have completed an approved course in family law from either a university degree program or through an accredited college/institute. Additionally, they may need additional qualifications depending on their area of specialization (i.e., adoption law).

To become qualified as a family lawyer, one must have completed an accredited law degree program followed by passing the bar exam in their state of residence. Additionally, they must also be licensed by their respective state’s bar association before practising law professionally within its jurisdiction. Furthermore, it is beneficial if they possess knowledge regarding specific areas such as tax laws that may affect certain aspects of any given case they handle.

Key Takeaway: A family lawyer is a legal professional who specializes in matters related to the family unit and provides advice and legal service on issues such as divorce, separation, children's rights, property settlements and other domestic matters. A lawyer offering family law services must have completed an accredited law degree program followed by passing the bar exam in their state of residence. They may also need additional qualifications depending on their area of specialization.

Why You Need a Family Lawyer

When it comes to family law, having a lawyer can be invaluable. A family lawyer is an attorney who specializes in the legal issues that arise from relationships between people and their families. They provide family law advice on matters such as divorce, separation, children’s issues or property concerns. Having a knowledgeable and experienced professional by your side can make all the difference when dealing with these delicate matters.

Benefits of Having a Family Lawyer

Hiring a family lawyer gives you access to someone who understands the ins and outs of family law. They will be able to explain complex legal concepts in terms that are easy for you to understand and help guide you through the process step-by-step. Additionally, they can offer valuable insight into how best to proceed based on your circumstances. With their expertise at your disposal, you have greater peace of mind knowing that everything is being handled properly and efficiently according to the law.

Cases Handled by a Family Lawyer

A family lawyer typically handles cases related to marriage dissolution (divorce), child custody disputes, adoption proceedings, guardianship arrangements for minors or adults with special needs, prenuptial agreements, or postnuptial agreements. Depending on local laws governing them in the Sunshine Coast region, they may also assist clients with estate planning services such as wills or trusts if needed. At the end of the day, they should be able to offer solutions that are in the best interests of all parties involved.

Statute of Limitations

It is important not to wait too long before seeking out legal counsel if any type of dispute arises within your family unit, as certain deadlines must be met when filing paperwork for court hearings or mediation sessions, etc. If there is any chance that things could get contentious, it is wise to seek out professional guidance sooner rather than later so that everyone involved has adequate time to prepare themselves accordingly.

Key Takeaway: A family lawyer can provide invaluable guidance and advice for legal issues that arise from relationships between people and their families. Benefits of hiring a family lawyer include access to expertise, understanding complex legal concepts in an easy-to-understand way, offering insight into how best to proceed based on individual circumstances, and ensuring paperwork are filed properly according to the law.

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How to Choose the Right Sunshine Coast Family Lawyer

Choosing the right family lawyer in Sunshine Coast is an important decision that can have a lasting impact on your life. It’s essential to do your research and select someone who has the experience, qualifications, and communication style you need for your case.

Research Potential Lawyers in the Area

Start by researching potential lawyers online or through word-of-mouth referrals from friends or colleagues who have used a family lawyer before. Check out their website to learn more about their practice areas, background information, credentials, and client reviews. You may also want to check with local bar associations for any disciplinary action taken against them, as well as contact references provided by each lawyer.

The reputation of each lawyer or firm is of the utmost importance, as it can have a direct impact on the quality of service provided and can be taken into consideration when contacting references provided.

Assess Credentials and Experience

Once you’ve narrowed down your list of potential lawyers based on research results, it’s time to assess their credentials and experience level further. Ask questions about how long they’ve been practicing law in this area specifically and what type of cases they typically handle – both successful ones as well as those whose outcomes weren't ideal. You want the best outcome, and it's important to be prepared for whatever may come. You also want a lawyer with experience in cases similar to yours, especially if it involves sensitive issues like domestic violence, partner abuse, or other criminal matters.

Also, inquire about whether they are board certified in family law or if they belong to any Australian professional organizations related to this field such as the Family Law Practitioners' Association of Australia. This will help you get an idea as to their level of expertise.

Look for a Good Fit

When meeting with a prospective attorney for an initial consultation, make sure you feel comfortable discussing personal matters like income, finances, and family assets openly without feeling judged or rushed into making decisions too quickly. Ask questions regarding how often they will be available throughout the process, what methods of communication are preferred, and if there are any additional fees associated with services outside court appearances.

In addition, assess whether their personality fits yours since having a good rapport is key to a good relationship with your lawyer. This is especially important since you might be working together over an extended period during litigation proceedings, and a lawyer you get along with could prove very helpful in keeping your stress levels down. For instance, parenting arrangements can be a tricky subject to navigate, especially when both parents are involved. It's important to have a lawyer who understands the nuances and subtleties of the law, but also one who has compassion.

A lawyer that is quick on their feet can also provide timely solutions to any legal issues that may arise. This is especially important in high-stakes cases, as the lawyer needs to be able to think on their feet and come up with creative solutions to any problems that may arise.

For instance, a child custody dispute may include grandparents, step-parents, aunts, uncles, and other extended family members. These parties may be involved in the case as a result of a dispute between them and the parents, or as a result of a dispute between the parents and the child. In such situations, the family lawyer must be conversant with the legal system, as well as the family dynamics and the personalities of all parties involved. They must be able to assess the situation objectively, without taking sides, and be able to provide sound advice on how to resolve the dispute.

Key Takeaway: When selecting a family lawyer in Sunshine Coast, research their credentials and experience level, assess their communication style during an initial consultation, and make sure you feel comfortable discussing personal matters.

Tips for Working with Your Sunshine Coast Family Lawyer

A good family lawyer in Sunshine Coast will be able to provide sound legal advice and help you navigate the complexities of your case. To ensure that you get the best possible representation, here are some tips for working with your Sunshine Coast family lawyer:

Prepare for Your Initial Consultation

Before meeting with a potential lawyer, it’s important to have an understanding of what kind of legal services you need and any relevant information about your case. Make sure to bring copies of any documents related to your situation such as court orders or financial statements. It’s also helpful if you can provide a summary outlining why you are seeking legal assistance so that your attorney has a better understanding of how they can help.

Understand the Process and Timeline

Once you hire a lawyer, it’s important to understand their process and timeline for handling cases like yours. Ask questions about how long each step may take and what type of communication is expected between yourself and the attorney throughout this period. Knowing these details ahead of time will allow both parties involved in the case to feel more comfortable moving forward together.

Stay Diligent

Keeping accurate records is essential when dealing with any type of legal matter, especially those involving family law issues such as divorce or child custody disputes. Be sure to keep track of all correspondence between yourself and your attorney including emails, phone calls, letters sent/received etc., as well as any documents related to your case, such as court filings or financial statements that may be required by either party during proceedings. This will not only save time but also help ensure that everything runs smoothly throughout the entire process.

Key Takeaway: When working with a family lawyer in Sunshine Coast, it's important to be prepared for your initial consultation by bringing relevant documents and information. Additionally, understand the process and timeline of the case, keep accurate records of all correspondence and documents related to the case, and ask questions if anything is unclear.

FAQs concerning Family Lawyer Sunshine Coast

How much does a family lawyer cost in Australia?

The cost of a family lawyer in Australia varies depending on the complexity of the case, the experience and qualifications of the lawyer, and any additional services they may offer. Generally speaking, initial consultation with a family lawyer can range from $150 to $400 per hour. If you require ongoing legal advice or representation in court proceedings, this will likely increase your costs. It is important to discuss all fees upfront before engaging a family lawyer so that there are no surprises down the line.

What does a family solicitor deal with?

A family solicitor deals with a wide range of legal matters related to family law. This includes divorce, separation, children's issues such as custody and access, adoption and guardianship, property division and support payments. They also provide advice on prenuptial agreements, marriage contracts and other related matters. Family law solicitors are knowledgeable in the laws that govern these areas of practice and can help clients navigate through the process efficiently while protecting their rights.

Is it better to get a local divorce attorney?

When it comes to divorce, separation, children's issues or property concerns, it is often best to seek the advice of a local attorney. A local lawyer will be familiar with the laws and regulations in your area and can provide tailored legal advice that takes into account any specific circumstances you may have. Furthermore, they will be able to give you direct access to their services as well as be available for face-to-face meetings if needed. Ultimately, having a local lawyer on your side provides an invaluable resource when navigating such complex matters.

Conclusion

In conclusion, a family lawyer in Sunshine Coast can provide invaluable legal advice and assistance for those facing divorce, separation, children's issues or property concerns. It is important to take the time to research your options and find the right family lawyer that meets your needs. With the right guidance from an experienced professional, you can be sure that your case will be handled with care and expertise. So if you are looking for a reliable family law specialist in Sunshine Coast, make sure to do your due diligence before making any decisions.

Are you looking for a family lawyer in Sunshine Coast? Alex Mandry Family Lawyers can help. We have the best family lawyers who are experienced and knowledgeable in all aspects of family law. Our family law experts have years of experience in dealing with family law matters, from divorce and child custody to adoption and guardianship.

Our family law specialists will provide the best legal advice to ensure your rights are protected, whether it be through marriage or divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, parenting matters, as well estate planning or any other related issues. Our goal is to find the best resolution to the issues you are facing with the aim of finding a satisfactory solution that meets the needs of all parties involved.

Book an appointment with our law firm. You'll get to speak with a qualified family lawyer that will provide you with the necessary guidance and support. Our attorneys can offer assistance in all aspects of family law in the Sunshine Coast. We invite you to contact us today and let us guide you towards achieving an amicable solution that works for everyone involved.

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