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Law Firm of the Year

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.

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Separation and divorce can be very daunting, especially when children, property, finances or long-term plans are involved. You're balancing the emotional impact of a major life change while trying to comprehend what happens next legally and financially. When established wealth, shared assets, blended families or business interests are involved, the added layers of complexity require expertise that many general law firms simply may not have. You may feel uncertain about who to rely on, concerned about conflicting advice, or uncomfortable with impersonal service and excessive legal terminology. 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 "Counsel Family Lawyers" or "Custody Lawyers Melbourne". 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.

In our settlement-first approach, we seek constructive solutions first, prioritising negotiation and mediation. When we're on your side, you'll have knowledgeable lawyers helping 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. If spousal maintenance or support is a consideration, you'll have straightforward advice about 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 "Counsel Family Lawyers" 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 "De Facto Separation Lawyer Sydney" or "Child Custody Lawyers Victoria".

You can begin with a free, no-obligation phone appointment where we guide you to a clearer view of the family law process before formal engagement starts. Once that has taken place, a detailed Costs Agreement is provided outlining the scope of work, billing structure and estimated fees based on your situation. With itemised invoices provided along the way, you can also see the tasks undertaken, the time allocated to your matter and the professional responsible for completing the work. If changes to your circumstances affect the original estimate, we'll communicate this openly so you're never left unsure about what to expect. 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. We also give you direct access to your lawyer from start to finish, so communication stays clear without relying on assistants or secretaries. Plus, you can visit the Information Centre on our site for free family law articles and insights on topics such as "Divorce In Australia Cost" or "Family Law Lawyers Adelaide". If you've been looking up "divorce solicitors" or "prenuptial agreements australia", book a consultation with us today.

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