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Providing clear legal advice and support through your separation.
Assisting with the legal process of ending a marriage after a 12-month separation.
Helping resolve disputes without going to court through legal help during mediation.
Guiding parents through financial contributions for raising children.
Supporting parents in care arrangements and decision-making for children.
Assisting partners seeking financial support after separation or divorce.
Assessing and dividing assets, liabilities, and financial resources between parties.
Helping legally protect a financial gift, loan or advance.
Outlining how finances will be divided if a couple separates or divorces.
Advising on complex separations involving high-value assets or businesses.
Helping couples formalise financial arrangements made during marriage.
Supporting LGBTQ+ families through separation, parenting, and legal rights.
We are proud to announce we have been named as a finalist in the Australian Law Awards for Law Firm of the Years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025.
Award recipients represent a true cross section of the legal industry, recognising the contributions of the profession’s most senior ranks through to its rising stars.
When you're experiencing separation or divorce, and matters like property, children, finances or long-term plans are at stake, you're dealing with more than just the emotional impact. Parenting responsibilities, shared assets, blended families or established wealth can all add further complexity, and you may question whether general law firms have the experience to handle these nuanced matters. You don't want confusion that leaves you unsure what to do, especially from convoluted advice, impersonal service or excessive legal jargon. We specialise only in family law at Australian Family Lawyers, and we use plain language to help you understand your situation, your options and the legal steps ahead. Following our merger with Watts McCray and Kordos Lawyers, we're now the nation's largest specialised family law firm, with a leading national team that includes a large number of Accredited Family Law Specialists. In 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025, the Australian Law Awards named our firm a finalist for Law Firm of the Year. Each year, thousands of families turn to us for practical guidance through difficult periods in their lives. So, if you're searching for "Family Law Specialist Melbourne" or "Family Law Sydney", you can count on us.
Having an experienced lawyer advocating for you can help when fighting for your property and parental interests. While there are many ways to pursue a fair outcome, we lead with a settlement-first strategy, prioritising mediation and negotiation. Through our legal guidance for family mediation, we help you navigate your rights and responsibilities before progressing matters to court wherever possible. This approach has resulted in under 5% of our cases reaching a final hearing. Working with our property settlement lawyers, you'll receive straightforward advice about which assets and liabilities form part of your settlement so you can make informed decisions. If you're navigating a separation or divorce involving family trusts, family-owned businesses or other complex assets, we provide specialised legal support tailored to your circumstances. Issues over parenting after a split can also be one of the harder parts to manage. Our child custody lawyers advocate for the best interests of both you and your child while helping you understand your rights and obligations throughout the custody process. If you're looking up "Family Law Specialist Melbourne", "Family Law Specialists Sydney" or "Family Law Specialists", you can turn to us for legal advice, whether you're still in the phase of separating from your partner or already pushing through with a divorce.
You can start with our no-obligation, free phone appointment, and we'll help you see the family law process more clearly before you formally engage us. Following that, we provide a detailed Costs Agreement that sets out the scope of work, billing structure and likely fees relevant to your circumstances. Plus, we'll provide itemised invoices to keep you informed, outlining the tasks completed, the time recorded and the professional who performed the work. If your circumstances change and we need to revise the original estimate, we'll explain this clearly rather than leaving you unsure. At the centre of our cost-effective model is our focus on delivering better value, from the initial consultation through to settlement. With family law offices across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, the ACT and the Northern Territory, we combine national reach with local guidance. Throughout your matter, you also have direct access to your lawyer, ensuring clear communication without the need to go through assistants or secretaries. Plus, you can visit the Information Centre on our site for free family law articles and insights on topics such as "Family Lawyers Newcastle" or "Family Lawyers Midland". If you've been looking up "family law solicitor sydney" or "custody lawyer", book a consultation with us today.
AF Legal Group Ltd is a leading national legal services provider committed to delivering expert advice and innovative solutions for a wide range of legal needs. With offices across Australia and a team of Accredited Specialists, we offer comprehensive support in family law, contested wills and estates, and other practice areas. We are proud to have been recognised as a finalist for Law Firm of the Year by Lawyers Weekly for four consecutive years. By fostering a collaborative culture across our offices, we ensure our clients receive both expert legal guidance and a compassionate approach to achieving the best outcomes.
We are thrilled to announce that Australian Family Lawyers is the Platinum Sponsor of the highly anticipated short film, Millie! As proud sponsors, we’re not only supporting the film’s important message but also honoured to hold an Executive Producer credit. Millie, directed by Darren Mort, sheds light on the emotional journey of a young girl navigating the challenges of her parents’ separation. This powerful film, told from one child’s perspective, explores the genesis of childhood trauma and dissociation.
We are excited to announce that Australian Family Lawyers is an official partner of Pride in Law! As advocates for diversity and inclusion, we are honoured to support Pride in Law’s mission to promote and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community within the legal profession. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
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When you're experiencing separation or divorce, and matters like property, children, finances or long-term plans are at stake, you're dealing with more than just the emotional impact. Parenting responsibilities, shared assets, blended families or established wealth can all add further complexity, and you may question whether general law firms have the experience to handle these nuanced matters. You don't want confusion that leaves you unsure what to do, especially from convoluted advice, impersonal service or excessive legal jargon. We specialise only in family law at Australian Family Lawyers, and we use plain language to help you understand your situation, your options and the legal steps ahead. Following our merger with Watts McCray and Kordos Lawyers, we're now the nation's largest specialised family law firm, with a leading national team that includes a large number of Accredited Family Law Specialists. In 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025, the Australian Law Awards named our firm a finalist for Law Firm of the Year. Each year, thousands of families turn to us for practical guidance through difficult periods in their lives. So, if you're searching for "Family Law Specialist Melbourne" or "Family Law Sydney", you can count on us.
Having an experienced lawyer advocating for you can help when fighting for your property and parental interests. While there are many ways to pursue a fair outcome, we lead with a settlement-first strategy, prioritising mediation and negotiation. Through our legal guidance for family mediation, we help you navigate your rights and responsibilities before progressing matters to court wherever possible. This approach has resulted in under 5% of our cases reaching a final hearing. Working with our property settlement lawyers, you'll receive straightforward advice about which assets and liabilities form part of your settlement so you can make informed decisions. If you're navigating a separation or divorce involving family trusts, family-owned businesses or other complex assets, we provide specialised legal support tailored to your circumstances. Issues over parenting after a split can also be one of the harder parts to manage. Our child custody lawyers advocate for the best interests of both you and your child while helping you understand your rights and obligations throughout the custody process. If you're looking up "Family Law Specialist Melbourne", "Family Law Specialists Sydney" or "Family Law Specialists", you can turn to us for legal advice, whether you're still in the phase of separating from your partner or already pushing through with a divorce.
You can start with our no-obligation, free phone appointment, and we'll help you see the family law process more clearly before you formally engage us. Following that, we provide a detailed Costs Agreement that sets out the scope of work, billing structure and likely fees relevant to your circumstances. Plus, we'll provide itemised invoices to keep you informed, outlining the tasks completed, the time recorded and the professional who performed the work. If your circumstances change and we need to revise the original estimate, we'll explain this clearly rather than leaving you unsure. At the centre of our cost-effective model is our focus on delivering better value, from the initial consultation through to settlement. With family law offices across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, the ACT and the Northern Territory, we combine national reach with local guidance. Throughout your matter, you also have direct access to your lawyer, ensuring clear communication without the need to go through assistants or secretaries. Plus, you can visit the Information Centre on our site for free family law articles and insights on topics such as "Family Lawyers Newcastle" or "Family Lawyers Midland". If you've been looking up "family law solicitor sydney" or "custody lawyer", book a consultation with us today.
