April 1st is known for tricks, surprises and the occasional moment of good-natured mischief. It’s a day where things aren’t always quite what they seem. But the opening of the new Stone Group Lawyers office in Hervey Bay is not a trick and it’s certainly not a joke.
Instead, it’s a deliberate step, grounded in experienced, shaped in community values, and focused on something very real: supporting local families through some of the most important and challenging moments in their lives.
Rebekah Hemerik, your Family Lawyer located in the heart of Hervey Bay
I am an Associate in the Family Law team at Stone Group Lawyers. I moved to Hervey Bay in early 2025 with my husband and young son, after coming here for a holiday for Christmas 2024 and falling in love with the town I now call home.
Over the last several years, I have completed Bachelor of Laws (Honours), Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice, as well as a Master of Applied Law (Family Law). These qualifications, along with my years of exclusive practice in the family law space, have provided me with a broad range of experience in assisting clients navigate separation.
I am dedicated to supporting my clients through some of life’s most challenging transitions with clarity, compassion and practical guidance to reach outcomes that are both realistic and sustainable. With me as your lawyer, you won’t receive sugar coated advice. I pride myself on providing clear advice that has been tailored to your circumstances and allows you to make an informed decision about your future. I prioritise reaching a resolution at the earliest juncture, where possible. If a resolution is not achievable, for whatever reason, I will stand by your side and advocate strongly for you.
I am excited to now be working with Stone Group Lawyers to bring specialist family law services, and offer my dedicated family law experience, to the Fraser Coast. This new office represents a long-term commitment to the Fraser Coast region from both myself and Stone Group Lawyers. A commitment to providing accessible specialist family law advice regardless of locality.
Looking ahead, my goals are simple:
Family law is not about winning or losing. It is about helping people move from one chapter of life to the next with dignity, clarity, and the right support behind them.
So, while April 1st may be a day for light-hearted surprises, this new beginning in Hervey Bay is anything but. It is a genuine commitment to the community, to the practice of family law, and to the people who need guidance during times of transition.
No tricks. Just support when it matters most.
A straightforward approach in a complicated area of law
If there’s one thing April fools reminds us, it’s how easy it can be to misled. However, we understand that in family law clear concise advice and clarity matters.
There are no shortcuts when it comes to separation, parenting arrangements or the division of assets. Every relationship breakdown carries its own story, its own pressures and its own path forward. What people need during these times isn’t confusion or theatrics, but clear advice, steady guidance and practical solutions from a Family Lawyer who understands the complexities of separation and who cares.
That has been the focus of my approach to practicing family law from the outset of my career – providing clear, compassionate advice.
With years of experience in family law, I have worked with individuals and families at all states of separation and during the restructuring of their lives. I understand that beyond the legal framework there are real people navigating uncertainty, emotion and change. My role as a Family Lawyer is not just to provide legal advice but also help clients make informed decisions their future so they can move forward, past separation, with confidence and clarity.
A commitment to community
I am a Family Lawyer; however, I am also a mother, a wife, a friend and a member of the wonderful community we have here in the Fraser Coast. I may not have been born here in the Bay, but since moving here I have grown to love the Fraser Coast as if I have been here my whole life.
That is why opening a family law dedicated office in Hervey Bay is not simply about expanding an existing practice or capitalising on the growth of our region. It’s about deepening our connection to the community, strengthening the foundations of the region and providing support that the residents of our region need. It’s about the difference that we can make to people lives while they are potentially at their worst.
Regional communities have unique strengths, but they can also face challenges when it comes to accessing specialised legal services. Our goal is to ensure that individuals and families across the Fraser Coast have access to experienced, reliable family law support without needing to look beyond their own region.
While we have a team of Family Lawyers spread across Gold Coast and Brisbane, I am located right here in Hervey Bay – in our beautiful office on Torquay Road, Pialba. This allows Fraser Coast residents to access local specialised family law advice right here in the Bay, with the backing of a bigger support system across South East Queensland. In my eyes, it’s the perfect mix between local support and connection to the ‘big city’.
Community involvement is an important part of our commitment to supporting the region. Whether through local engagement, education, or collaboration with other professionals, I see this office as more than a place of business. It is an opportunity to continue contributing meaningfully to the wellbeing of the region. You will continue to see me at various community events, supporting numerous causes and doing what I can to support the region.
No gimmicks, just genuine support
While April Fools is built on the idea of tricks, we know that there is no place for gimmicks in family law.
Clients deserve honesty about their options, transparency about the process, and realistic expectations about outcomes. They also deserve to feel heard, respected, and supported along the way. That’s where Stone Group Lawyers step in.
Our approach is grounded in:
To us you’re not just another number. Rather, you are one of the people that we are supporting to navigate the breakdown of your relationship and create a new life post separation.
On behalf of Stone Group Lawyers, we look forward to welcoming you into our new space.
If you would like to visit our office in person, we are located at 19/58-60 Torquay Road, Pialba.
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