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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, property, finances or future plans are involved, divorce or separation can be particularly overwhelming. Amidst the hardship and pain, you may also be simultaneously thinking about what happens next from a legal and financial standpoint. Shared assets, parenting obligations, blended family arrangements, business interests or notable wealth can greatly complicate a case, and it's natural to doubt whether an ordinary law firm has the right experience to deal with them. Australian Family Lawyers provides steady, straightforward guidance to people going through separation, divorce and family law matters. With deep insight into the legal and personal issues you may be facing, we'll help you understand your position, your options and the practical steps ahead without bringing more worries to your situation. Following our merger with Watts McCray and Kordos Lawyers, we're now Australia's largest specialised family law firm, with a leading national team that includes many Accredited Family Law Specialists. Each year, thousands of families trust us to guide them through this process, from answering questions about "Family Lawyer Cost Per Hour" or "Family Lawyer Cost" to supporting more complex and higher-asset cases. From 2020-2023 and 2025, our firm also became a finalist for Law Firm of the Year at the Australian Law Awards.
Parenting and child custody talks can be particularly challenging when separated partners disagree on major choices affecting their children. We place your family's wellbeing at the centre of a settlement-first approach focused on negotiating. Our team sees fewer than 5% of our cases proceed to a final hearing, as we focus on resolving matters early. Through legal guidance for family mediation, we help you become more informed about your rights, responsibilities and options before discussions begin. We also advocate for outcomes that consider the best interests of both you and your child while helping you navigate the legal realities of 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. Further, our team understands the unique challenges LGBTQ+ families may encounter within the family law system, and we're committed to offering compassionate representation that takes your lived experience into account. Whether you're searching for "Family Lawyer Cost Per Hour", "Family Lawyer Divorce Fees" or "Family Lawyer Cronulla", know that we can help with steady legal guidance.
With our family law offices across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, the ACT and the Northern Territory, we make support accessible and relevant to your region. We start with a detailed Costs Agreement and provide regular itemised updates as part of our transparent approach to keeping you informed about legal fees and ongoing work throughout the process. Likewise, getting started with us is simple. You can begin with a free, no-obligation phone appointment, and we'll help you better understand the family law process. After that, we'll arrange a strategy session to review your circumstances in more detail and develop a plan tailored to your aims and concerns. If disagreements over property or parenting arrangements arise, we'll work closely with you to pursue favourable outcomes. In addition, our team negotiates on your behalf, and should mediation or a hearing be needed to reach an agreement, we'll support you through each stage of the process so you know what to expect. For added clarity, our online Information Centre is there whenever you need extra information on topics related to "Family Lawyers Bankstown" or "Family Lawyers Central Coast". If you want to learn more about "family law divorce" or "custody lawyer", book a consultation 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, property, finances or future plans are involved, divorce or separation can be particularly overwhelming. Amidst the hardship and pain, you may also be simultaneously thinking about what happens next from a legal and financial standpoint. Shared assets, parenting obligations, blended family arrangements, business interests or notable wealth can greatly complicate a case, and it's natural to doubt whether an ordinary law firm has the right experience to deal with them. Australian Family Lawyers provides steady, straightforward guidance to people going through separation, divorce and family law matters. With deep insight into the legal and personal issues you may be facing, we'll help you understand your position, your options and the practical steps ahead without bringing more worries to your situation. Following our merger with Watts McCray and Kordos Lawyers, we're now Australia's largest specialised family law firm, with a leading national team that includes many Accredited Family Law Specialists. Each year, thousands of families trust us to guide them through this process, from answering questions about "Family Lawyer Cost Per Hour" or "Family Lawyer Cost" to supporting more complex and higher-asset cases. From 2020-2023 and 2025, our firm also became a finalist for Law Firm of the Year at the Australian Law Awards.
Parenting and child custody talks can be particularly challenging when separated partners disagree on major choices affecting their children. We place your family's wellbeing at the centre of a settlement-first approach focused on negotiating. Our team sees fewer than 5% of our cases proceed to a final hearing, as we focus on resolving matters early. Through legal guidance for family mediation, we help you become more informed about your rights, responsibilities and options before discussions begin. We also advocate for outcomes that consider the best interests of both you and your child while helping you navigate the legal realities of 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. Further, our team understands the unique challenges LGBTQ+ families may encounter within the family law system, and we're committed to offering compassionate representation that takes your lived experience into account. Whether you're searching for "Family Lawyer Cost Per Hour", "Family Lawyer Divorce Fees" or "Family Lawyer Cronulla", know that we can help with steady legal guidance.
With our family law offices across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, the ACT and the Northern Territory, we make support accessible and relevant to your region. We start with a detailed Costs Agreement and provide regular itemised updates as part of our transparent approach to keeping you informed about legal fees and ongoing work throughout the process. Likewise, getting started with us is simple. You can begin with a free, no-obligation phone appointment, and we'll help you better understand the family law process. After that, we'll arrange a strategy session to review your circumstances in more detail and develop a plan tailored to your aims and concerns. If disagreements over property or parenting arrangements arise, we'll work closely with you to pursue favourable outcomes. In addition, our team negotiates on your behalf, and should mediation or a hearing be needed to reach an agreement, we'll support you through each stage of the process so you know what to expect. For added clarity, our online Information Centre is there whenever you need extra information on topics related to "Family Lawyers Bankstown" or "Family Lawyers Central Coast". If you want to learn more about "family law divorce" or "custody lawyer", book a consultation today.
