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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 children, long-term plans, property or financial matters are involved, separation and divorce can be an especially daunting experience. As you process the emotional effects of a major life change, you're also trying to make sense of the financial and legal realities that lie ahead. Added complexities arising from established wealth, business interests, blended families or shared assets require experience that many general law firms simply may not have. Feeling uneasy, uncertain about whom to trust, or concerned by conflicting guidance, impersonal service and needless legal terminology is possible. This is where Australian Family Lawyers comes in to help. We focus solely on family law and communicate in easy-to-understand terms, giving you a clearer picture of the legal steps ahead, your options and where you stand. Following our merger with Watts McCray and Kordos Lawyers, we've grown into the nation's largest specialised family law firm, with a leading national team that includes a large number of Accredited Family Law Specialists. Thousands of families turn to us during some of the most difficult periods in their lives, and so can you if you've been searching for "Separation Lawyer Hawthorn" or "Custody Lawyers Melbourne". Our firm has also been recognised by the Australian Law Awards as a finalist in the Law Firm of the Year category across 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025.
With a settlement-first approach, we aim for constructive outcomes by prioritising negotiation and mediation. With us supporting you, you'll have knowledgeable lawyers who can help you advocate for your property and parental rights. Our team connects you with highly experienced Mediators, and because of our focus on legal guidance for family mediation, less than 5% of our matters actually progress to a final hearing. Property settlements, including business interests and family trusts, also won't feel as daunting during the divorce process with our property settlement lawyers, who help you identify every asset and liability involved. Where spousal maintenance or support might apply, you'll receive clear advice about any potential duties or entitlements. Plus, we draft Binding Financial Agreements (BFAs), also known as prenups, to give couples clarity from the beginning. For parents who need guidance for child custody and support decisions, our child custody lawyers are available to provide insights on your rights and responsibilities throughout the process of seeking custody. Moreover, LGBTQ+ families looking up "Separation Lawyer Hawthorn" can rest assured that they'll get compassionate and competent support from us, no matter how their family is structured. This holds true whether you're learning more about "Chinese Family Lawyers Melbourne" or "Counsel Family Lawyers".
With us, you can start with a no-obligation, free phone appointment where we help you get a clearer view of the family law process before any formal engagement begins. 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. Should your circumstances change and we need to update the original estimate, we'll explain this clearly rather than leaving you uncertain. 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. You'll also have direct access to your lawyer throughout the process, so communication stays clear without secretaries or assistants. Plus, you can visit the Information Centre on our site for free family law articles and insights on topics such as "Family Lawyers Collingwood Park" or "Divorce Application Cost". If you've been looking up "separation lawyer" or "family law solicitors gold coast", 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 children, long-term plans, property or financial matters are involved, separation and divorce can be an especially daunting experience. As you process the emotional effects of a major life change, you're also trying to make sense of the financial and legal realities that lie ahead. Added complexities arising from established wealth, business interests, blended families or shared assets require experience that many general law firms simply may not have. Feeling uneasy, uncertain about whom to trust, or concerned by conflicting guidance, impersonal service and needless legal terminology is possible. This is where Australian Family Lawyers comes in to help. We focus solely on family law and communicate in easy-to-understand terms, giving you a clearer picture of the legal steps ahead, your options and where you stand. Following our merger with Watts McCray and Kordos Lawyers, we've grown into the nation's largest specialised family law firm, with a leading national team that includes a large number of Accredited Family Law Specialists. Thousands of families turn to us during some of the most difficult periods in their lives, and so can you if you've been searching for "Separation Lawyer Hawthorn" or "Custody Lawyers Melbourne". Our firm has also been recognised by the Australian Law Awards as a finalist in the Law Firm of the Year category across 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025.
With a settlement-first approach, we aim for constructive outcomes by prioritising negotiation and mediation. With us supporting you, you'll have knowledgeable lawyers who can help you advocate for your property and parental rights. Our team connects you with highly experienced Mediators, and because of our focus on legal guidance for family mediation, less than 5% of our matters actually progress to a final hearing. Property settlements, including business interests and family trusts, also won't feel as daunting during the divorce process with our property settlement lawyers, who help you identify every asset and liability involved. Where spousal maintenance or support might apply, you'll receive clear advice about any potential duties or entitlements. Plus, we draft Binding Financial Agreements (BFAs), also known as prenups, to give couples clarity from the beginning. For parents who need guidance for child custody and support decisions, our child custody lawyers are available to provide insights on your rights and responsibilities throughout the process of seeking custody. Moreover, LGBTQ+ families looking up "Separation Lawyer Hawthorn" can rest assured that they'll get compassionate and competent support from us, no matter how their family is structured. This holds true whether you're learning more about "Chinese Family Lawyers Melbourne" or "Counsel Family Lawyers".
With us, you can start with a no-obligation, free phone appointment where we help you get a clearer view of the family law process before any formal engagement begins. 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. Should your circumstances change and we need to update the original estimate, we'll explain this clearly rather than leaving you uncertain. 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. You'll also have direct access to your lawyer throughout the process, so communication stays clear without secretaries or assistants. Plus, you can visit the Information Centre on our site for free family law articles and insights on topics such as "Family Lawyers Collingwood Park" or "Divorce Application Cost". If you've been looking up "separation lawyer" or "family law solicitors gold coast", book a consultation with us today.
