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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 your family circumstances shift after separation or divorce, parenting arrangements, shared assets and financial stability can all become more difficult to manage. Apart from that, a split can become more complex when business interests, blended families or established wealth are involved. You might understandably feel unsure about who to trust, especially if you're concerned that some lawyers provide confusing advice, impersonal service or excessive legal jargon. We focus solely on family law at Australian Family Lawyers. We speak plainly, stay approachable and help you understand your position, your options and the legal steps ahead. Following our merger with Watts McCray and Kordos Lawyers, we're now the nation's largest specialised family law firm, with a leading national team, including a large number of Accredited Family Law Specialists. Given our experience across diverse cases, thousands of Australian families contact us each year for reassurance when they need it most. At the Australian Law Awards, our firm was also recognised as a finalist for Law Firm of the Year in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025. With us, you can move forward with greater clarity, whether you're searching for "Family Lawyer Runaway Bay" or curious about "Family Lawyer Southport".
Negotiations over parenting and child custody can feel especially tough when ex-partners disagree on significant decisions concerning 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. Other than that, we're familiar with how the family law system can present specific challenges for LGBTQ+ families, and we're dedicated to providing compassionate representation mindful of your lived experience. Whether you're searching for "Family Lawyer Runaway Bay", "Family Lawyer Shepparton" or "Family Lawyer Shellharbour", 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. Following that, we'll plan a strategy session where we'll evaluate your situation and create a plan for the upcoming steps. We work with you directly to secure practical resolutions when disagreements involving parenting or property arrangements occur. If parties still can't agree on an outcome, we'll continue to lead the process and pursue mediation or a hearing before a judge when required. As part of our commitment to full transparency, you'll also receive a comprehensive Costs Agreement that clearly explains the scope of work, billing structure and a tailored estimate based on your particular situation. You'll receive regular itemised invoices that clearly outline completed work, time spent and the professional who carried out 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. Also, with direct contact with your lawyer, you can always stay updated on your matter and remain in charge of your legal decisions. If you've been exploring "Family Lawyers Narellan" or "Lawyers Family Law Brisbane", our online Information Centre provides free family law articles and insights. Whether you're browsing for "child support lawyer" or "family law solicitor dandenong", 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 your family circumstances shift after separation or divorce, parenting arrangements, shared assets and financial stability can all become more difficult to manage. Apart from that, a split can become more complex when business interests, blended families or established wealth are involved. You might understandably feel unsure about who to trust, especially if you're concerned that some lawyers provide confusing advice, impersonal service or excessive legal jargon. We focus solely on family law at Australian Family Lawyers. We speak plainly, stay approachable and help you understand your position, your options and the legal steps ahead. Following our merger with Watts McCray and Kordos Lawyers, we're now the nation's largest specialised family law firm, with a leading national team, including a large number of Accredited Family Law Specialists. Given our experience across diverse cases, thousands of Australian families contact us each year for reassurance when they need it most. At the Australian Law Awards, our firm was also recognised as a finalist for Law Firm of the Year in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025. With us, you can move forward with greater clarity, whether you're searching for "Family Lawyer Runaway Bay" or curious about "Family Lawyer Southport".
Negotiations over parenting and child custody can feel especially tough when ex-partners disagree on significant decisions concerning 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. Other than that, we're familiar with how the family law system can present specific challenges for LGBTQ+ families, and we're dedicated to providing compassionate representation mindful of your lived experience. Whether you're searching for "Family Lawyer Runaway Bay", "Family Lawyer Shepparton" or "Family Lawyer Shellharbour", 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. Following that, we'll plan a strategy session where we'll evaluate your situation and create a plan for the upcoming steps. We work with you directly to secure practical resolutions when disagreements involving parenting or property arrangements occur. If parties still can't agree on an outcome, we'll continue to lead the process and pursue mediation or a hearing before a judge when required. As part of our commitment to full transparency, you'll also receive a comprehensive Costs Agreement that clearly explains the scope of work, billing structure and a tailored estimate based on your particular situation. You'll receive regular itemised invoices that clearly outline completed work, time spent and the professional who carried out 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. Also, with direct contact with your lawyer, you can always stay updated on your matter and remain in charge of your legal decisions. If you've been exploring "Family Lawyers Narellan" or "Lawyers Family Law Brisbane", our online Information Centre provides free family law articles and insights. Whether you're browsing for "child support lawyer" or "family law solicitor dandenong", book a consultation with us today.
