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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 bring uncertainty, especially when you have to make decisions about children, property, finances or your long-term plans. You're unsure if you can trust general law firms, and there's also confusion brought about by impersonal service and complex legal jargon. Unlike firms that practise across multiple areas of law, Australian Family Lawyers works solely in family law, allowing our team to develop a deep understanding of the personal, practical and legal details unique to these matters. We help people like you every day with divorce, family law matters and separation. Our team delivers clear, practical and direct advice, giving you a confident view of your options and support through each step along the way. With our experience as Australia's largest specialised family law firm, you can rely on our steady, solutions-focused approach and rest assured that we've even worked on higher-asset cases and other complex situations. Every year, thousands of families seek our help, and our recognition in industry awards speaks to the faith they place in our work in uncertain times. Whether you're trying to learn more about "Family Lawyers Essendon" or "Family Lawyers Dandenong", you can count on our dependable team to provide the guidance you need.
We take a settlement-first approach, prioritising negotiation and mediation as we pursue constructive solutions. With us supporting you, you'll have knowledgeable lawyers who can help 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. In addition, our team drafts Binding Financial Agreements (BFAs), also known as prenups, so couples have clarity from the outset. 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 "Family Lawyers Essendon" 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 "Family Lawyers Dunedin" or "Family Lawyers Epping Victoria".
We acknowledge that you need a straightforward and organised path ahead, so we've made every step as easy to follow as possible. Book a free phone appointment to speak directly with our team and learn more about the proceedings. Following the consultation stage, we'll arrange a strategy session to review your specific situation and create a plan tailored to your needs. If differences arise around property or parenting arrangements, we support you closely to aim for the ideal outcome. Our lawyers then handle negotiation, aiming for mutual agreement. Should efforts to reach an agreement this way prove unsuccessful, we're ready to assist 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're transparent about fees, providing a clear Costs Agreement and regular itemised invoices, so you know where you stand. The same clarity applies when you ask us for guidance on topics like "Domestic Violence Divorce Lawyer" or "Fcfcoa Divorce". Whether you want to learn more about "custody lawyer" and "child support lawyer" 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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Separation and divorce bring uncertainty, especially when you have to make decisions about children, property, finances or your long-term plans. You're unsure if you can trust general law firms, and there's also confusion brought about by impersonal service and complex legal jargon. Unlike firms that practise across multiple areas of law, Australian Family Lawyers works solely in family law, allowing our team to develop a deep understanding of the personal, practical and legal details unique to these matters. We help people like you every day with divorce, family law matters and separation. Our team delivers clear, practical and direct advice, giving you a confident view of your options and support through each step along the way. With our experience as Australia's largest specialised family law firm, you can rely on our steady, solutions-focused approach and rest assured that we've even worked on higher-asset cases and other complex situations. Every year, thousands of families seek our help, and our recognition in industry awards speaks to the faith they place in our work in uncertain times. Whether you're trying to learn more about "Family Lawyers Essendon" or "Family Lawyers Dandenong", you can count on our dependable team to provide the guidance you need.
We take a settlement-first approach, prioritising negotiation and mediation as we pursue constructive solutions. With us supporting you, you'll have knowledgeable lawyers who can help 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. In addition, our team drafts Binding Financial Agreements (BFAs), also known as prenups, so couples have clarity from the outset. 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 "Family Lawyers Essendon" 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 "Family Lawyers Dunedin" or "Family Lawyers Epping Victoria".
We acknowledge that you need a straightforward and organised path ahead, so we've made every step as easy to follow as possible. Book a free phone appointment to speak directly with our team and learn more about the proceedings. Following the consultation stage, we'll arrange a strategy session to review your specific situation and create a plan tailored to your needs. If differences arise around property or parenting arrangements, we support you closely to aim for the ideal outcome. Our lawyers then handle negotiation, aiming for mutual agreement. Should efforts to reach an agreement this way prove unsuccessful, we're ready to assist 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're transparent about fees, providing a clear Costs Agreement and regular itemised invoices, so you know where you stand. The same clarity applies when you ask us for guidance on topics like "Domestic Violence Divorce Lawyer" or "Fcfcoa Divorce". Whether you want to learn more about "custody lawyer" and "child support lawyer" or are ready to take action, contact us today.
