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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.
A separation or divorce can have an impact on children, property, finances and long-term plans. After all, you're under emotional strain as you try to understand what lies ahead for your assets, responsibilities and future. You may be wondering whether your situation is too complex for a generalist law firm to handle with the nuance you need. Thankfully, you can turn to Australian Family Lawyers, where family law is our sole focus, and we bring you reassurance and clarity grounded in extensive experience. Our team of Accredited Family Law Specialists assists with family law matters across a broad spectrum, from straightforward separations to the most intricate, high-asset disputes. With our recent merger with Watts McCray and Kordos Lawyers, we've become the nation's largest specialised family law firm, rooted in a clear, solutions-based approach and genuine care for your peace of mind and best interests. Every year, thousands of families trust us to help them make sense of their position and options. We speak in plain language and focus on practical outcomes, so you can count on our team to help you navigate the Family Law legal system if you've been searching for "Family Lawyer Elsternwick" or "Divorce Attorneys In Melbourne".
Rather than turning immediately to court proceedings, Australian Family Lawyers prioritises settlement and uses negotiation and family mediation to help resolve property and parenting matters with less stress and disruption. Our team helps you navigate the process by providing legal guidance for family mediation, thereby helping you understand your rights and responsibilities from the outset, and we can also connect you with highly experienced Mediators. Keeping early resolution at the forefront helps us achieve an outcome wherein less than 5% of our matters proceed to a final hearing. In addition, our property settlement lawyers provide clear guidance on key legal considerations when identifying shared assets and debts, all while working towards a fair outcome. We also help with more complex circumstances, including those involving high-asset matters like family trusts or businesses, and offer advice on spousal maintenance. When children are involved, our child custody lawyers provide empathetic guidance about custody arrangements and child support. Whether you're browsing for "Family Lawyer Elsternwick", "Norfolk Family Lawyers" or "Family Lawyers Mernda", you can trust that we provide compassionate, competent representation that respects your lived experience, helping you understand your options while prioritising your child's or children's best interests. The same approach extends to the specific hurdles that LGBTQ+ families go through, so you can turn to us no matter how your family is structured.
We understand you want a clearly defined path forward, so we've kept each stage as simple as possible. Begin with a free phone appointment to speak with our team directly and better understand the proceedings. Once the consultation is complete, we'll set up a strategy session to assess your specific circumstances and outline a tailored plan. If disputes over property or parenting arrangements occur, we work closely alongside you to seek a favourable conclusion. After that, our lawyers negotiate, aiming to secure a mutual agreement. If this approach does not lead to an agreement, our team is ready to guide you through mediation or a hearing. With family law offices in Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, the ACT and the Northern Territory, we bring you access to local expertise across Australia. We explain fees transparently, issuing a clear Costs Agreement and regular itemised invoices, so you can see where you stand. The same clarity applies when you ask us for guidance on topics like "Child Custody Lawyer Cairns" or "Family Lawyer Winthrop". Whether you want to learn more about "apply for divorce" and "divorce solicitors" or are ready to take action, contact 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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A separation or divorce can have an impact on children, property, finances and long-term plans. After all, you're under emotional strain as you try to understand what lies ahead for your assets, responsibilities and future. You may be wondering whether your situation is too complex for a generalist law firm to handle with the nuance you need. Thankfully, you can turn to Australian Family Lawyers, where family law is our sole focus, and we bring you reassurance and clarity grounded in extensive experience. Our team of Accredited Family Law Specialists assists with family law matters across a broad spectrum, from straightforward separations to the most intricate, high-asset disputes. With our recent merger with Watts McCray and Kordos Lawyers, we've become the nation's largest specialised family law firm, rooted in a clear, solutions-based approach and genuine care for your peace of mind and best interests. Every year, thousands of families trust us to help them make sense of their position and options. We speak in plain language and focus on practical outcomes, so you can count on our team to help you navigate the Family Law legal system if you've been searching for "Family Lawyer Elsternwick" or "Divorce Attorneys In Melbourne".
Rather than turning immediately to court proceedings, Australian Family Lawyers prioritises settlement and uses negotiation and family mediation to help resolve property and parenting matters with less stress and disruption. Our team helps you navigate the process by providing legal guidance for family mediation, thereby helping you understand your rights and responsibilities from the outset, and we can also connect you with highly experienced Mediators. Keeping early resolution at the forefront helps us achieve an outcome wherein less than 5% of our matters proceed to a final hearing. In addition, our property settlement lawyers provide clear guidance on key legal considerations when identifying shared assets and debts, all while working towards a fair outcome. We also help with more complex circumstances, including those involving high-asset matters like family trusts or businesses, and offer advice on spousal maintenance. When children are involved, our child custody lawyers provide empathetic guidance about custody arrangements and child support. Whether you're browsing for "Family Lawyer Elsternwick", "Norfolk Family Lawyers" or "Family Lawyers Mernda", you can trust that we provide compassionate, competent representation that respects your lived experience, helping you understand your options while prioritising your child's or children's best interests. The same approach extends to the specific hurdles that LGBTQ+ families go through, so you can turn to us no matter how your family is structured.
We understand you want a clearly defined path forward, so we've kept each stage as simple as possible. Begin with a free phone appointment to speak with our team directly and better understand the proceedings. Once the consultation is complete, we'll set up a strategy session to assess your specific circumstances and outline a tailored plan. If disputes over property or parenting arrangements occur, we work closely alongside you to seek a favourable conclusion. After that, our lawyers negotiate, aiming to secure a mutual agreement. If this approach does not lead to an agreement, our team is ready to guide you through mediation or a hearing. With family law offices in Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, the ACT and the Northern Territory, we bring you access to local expertise across Australia. We explain fees transparently, issuing a clear Costs Agreement and regular itemised invoices, so you can see where you stand. The same clarity applies when you ask us for guidance on topics like "Child Custody Lawyer Cairns" or "Family Lawyer Winthrop". Whether you want to learn more about "apply for divorce" and "divorce solicitors" or are ready to take action, contact us today.
