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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.
Separation and divorce can be very daunting, especially when children, property, finances or long-term plans are involved. While coping with the emotional impact of a major transition in life, you're also attempting to understand what the future holds from both a legal and financial standpoint. The presence of blended families, shared assets, established wealth or business interests can create complex challenges that require a depth of experience many general law firms may lack. You might feel uneasy, unsure who to trust, or worried about receiving confusing advice, impersonal service or unnecessary legal jargon. Australian Family Lawyers is here to help with these concerns. Family law is our only focus, and we provide clear guidance to help you understand your situation, the next legal steps and the options available to you. 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 "Child Custody Lawyer Perth" or "Child Custody Attorney Townsville". Our firm was also named a finalist for Law Firm of the Year at the Australian Law Awards in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025.
Discussions about child custody and parenting can become particularly difficult when former partners can't agree on important decisions for their children. Here, we prioritise your family's wellbeing through a settlement-first approach focused on negotiation. By focusing on early resolution for family matters, fewer than 5% of our cases go to a final hearing. Through legal guidance for family mediation, we help you become more informed about your rights, responsibilities and options before discussions begin. Plus, we pursue outcomes mindful of both your and your child's best interests as we guide you through the legal realities of your parenting arrangements. Our child custody lawyers can even assist with more complex child support matters, including private payment agreements, formal disputes and significant changes in circumstances. If your separation involves high-value assets, family trusts or businesses, our property settlement lawyers can help you identify what forms part of a settlement while helping you better understand your legal obligations and rights. In addition, we're familiar with the specific challenges LGBTQ+ families may face within the family law system, and we remain committed to offering compassionate representation that respects your lived experience. Whether you're searching for "Child Custody Lawyer Perth", "Child Custody Lawyer In Adelaide" or "Cairns Family Lawyers", know that we can help with steady legal guidance.
Once you reach out for a no-obligation, free phone consultation, we'll outline the family law process for you. After this, we'll hold a strategy session to assess your circumstances and outline the actions to follow. If disagreements arise regarding parenting or property arrangements, we work closely with you to pursue practical resolutions. If an agreement still can't be reached, we continue guiding you through the process, including mediation or a hearing before a judge if required. To ensure total transparency, we even issue a comprehensive Costs Agreement that sets out the scope of work, our billing structure and a tailored estimate specific to your situation. You'll receive regular itemised invoices, so you can see what work was done, how long it took and which professional handled each task. Our family law offices across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, the ACT and the Northern Territory help us remain accessible to families throughout Australia. On top of this, you'll have direct contact with your lawyer, so you're always in the loop and have control over your legal decisions. If you've been exploring "Prenup Lawyer Sydney" or "Family Lawyers Launceston", our online Information Centre provides free family law articles and insights. Whether you're browsing for "child custody lawyer" or "family lawyer canberra", 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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Separation and divorce can be very daunting, especially when children, property, finances or long-term plans are involved. While coping with the emotional impact of a major transition in life, you're also attempting to understand what the future holds from both a legal and financial standpoint. The presence of blended families, shared assets, established wealth or business interests can create complex challenges that require a depth of experience many general law firms may lack. You might feel uneasy, unsure who to trust, or worried about receiving confusing advice, impersonal service or unnecessary legal jargon. Australian Family Lawyers is here to help with these concerns. Family law is our only focus, and we provide clear guidance to help you understand your situation, the next legal steps and the options available to you. 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 "Child Custody Lawyer Perth" or "Child Custody Attorney Townsville". Our firm was also named a finalist for Law Firm of the Year at the Australian Law Awards in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025.
Discussions about child custody and parenting can become particularly difficult when former partners can't agree on important decisions for their children. Here, we prioritise your family's wellbeing through a settlement-first approach focused on negotiation. By focusing on early resolution for family matters, fewer than 5% of our cases go to a final hearing. Through legal guidance for family mediation, we help you become more informed about your rights, responsibilities and options before discussions begin. Plus, we pursue outcomes mindful of both your and your child's best interests as we guide you through the legal realities of your parenting arrangements. Our child custody lawyers can even assist with more complex child support matters, including private payment agreements, formal disputes and significant changes in circumstances. If your separation involves high-value assets, family trusts or businesses, our property settlement lawyers can help you identify what forms part of a settlement while helping you better understand your legal obligations and rights. In addition, we're familiar with the specific challenges LGBTQ+ families may face within the family law system, and we remain committed to offering compassionate representation that respects your lived experience. Whether you're searching for "Child Custody Lawyer Perth", "Child Custody Lawyer In Adelaide" or "Cairns Family Lawyers", know that we can help with steady legal guidance.
Once you reach out for a no-obligation, free phone consultation, we'll outline the family law process for you. After this, we'll hold a strategy session to assess your circumstances and outline the actions to follow. If disagreements arise regarding parenting or property arrangements, we work closely with you to pursue practical resolutions. If an agreement still can't be reached, we continue guiding you through the process, including mediation or a hearing before a judge if required. To ensure total transparency, we even issue a comprehensive Costs Agreement that sets out the scope of work, our billing structure and a tailored estimate specific to your situation. You'll receive regular itemised invoices, so you can see what work was done, how long it took and which professional handled each task. Our family law offices across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, the ACT and the Northern Territory help us remain accessible to families throughout Australia. On top of this, you'll have direct contact with your lawyer, so you're always in the loop and have control over your legal decisions. If you've been exploring "Prenup Lawyer Sydney" or "Family Lawyers Launceston", our online Information Centre provides free family law articles and insights. Whether you're browsing for "child custody lawyer" or "family lawyer canberra", book a consultation with us today.
