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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 separation or divorce affects children, property, finances or your long-term plans, it's understandable to feel unsure about the next steps. You may be managing the emotional impact of this major change while also trying to understand what comes next legally and financially. Concerns can arise that a general law firm may not possess the experience your case calls for, particularly when shared assets, blended families, established wealth, parenting duties or business interests make resolution more challenging. This means that at Australian Family Lawyers, you're supported by professionals who focus exclusively on family law matters. During times like these, practical, personal and legal challenges often emerge, and we help guide you through the next steps to take. 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. Thousands of families turn to us each year, and we've been recognised as a finalist in the Australian Law Awards for Law Firm of the Year in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025. If you're searching for "Family Lawyers Guanaba", our team provides practical, solutions-focused legal advice.
By taking a settlement-first approach, we aim to help secure your financial interests, parenting rights and property while reducing unnecessary pressure on your family, including your former partner and children. Our lawyers focus on family mediation and negotiation because these pathways can often resolve parenting and property disputes without progressing to court. Through legal guidance for family mediation, we help you better understand your rights, responsibilities and possible outcomes while working towards a balanced resolution. We also connect you with highly experienced Mediators, and fewer than 5% of our cases progress to a final hearing. We walk you through the key considerations involved, whether you're identifying which assets and liabilities form part of a property settlement or weighing the details of spousal maintenance. If your high-asset separation or divorce involves family trusts, businesses or substantial assets, our property settlement lawyers can help protect your financial interests by offering specialised legal support. It is also often hard to come to an agreement with a previous partner, which is why our support is rooted in empathy. Our team can work with you to reach practical agreements on child custody and child support, with guidance from child custody lawyers when needed. So, if you're exploring "Family Lawyers Hollywell" or "Family Lawyers Silkstone", you can turn to us.
During a free, no-obligation phone consultation, we can help clarify the family law process and what you can expect moving forward. If you'd like to continue, we can arrange a strategy session to map out what the next stages will likely look like. Should issues arise concerning property matters or parenting arrangements, our team will partner with you to find practical solutions before proceeding to court action where necessary. We always seek to achieve a resolution through mutual agreement first, but when that isn't possible, we continue providing guidance and support throughout the entire hearing or mediation process. Our national presence across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, the ACT and the Northern Territory means you benefit from both local insight and national resources, including access to family law offices. We also outline all legal costs upfront in a comprehensive Costs Agreement, detailing the specific scope of work, our billing structure and a tailored expense estimate given your distinct situation. We'll even send you regular itemised invoices during the process that list the tasks performed, time spent and the professional involved. If you've been curious about "Family Solicitors Sydney" or "Family Lawyers Battery Hill", you can also access our Information Centre for articles and insights. Whether you're searching for "family law lawyer fees" or "apply for divorce", book a consultation now.
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 separation or divorce affects children, property, finances or your long-term plans, it's understandable to feel unsure about the next steps. You may be managing the emotional impact of this major change while also trying to understand what comes next legally and financially. Concerns can arise that a general law firm may not possess the experience your case calls for, particularly when shared assets, blended families, established wealth, parenting duties or business interests make resolution more challenging. This means that at Australian Family Lawyers, you're supported by professionals who focus exclusively on family law matters. During times like these, practical, personal and legal challenges often emerge, and we help guide you through the next steps to take. 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. Thousands of families turn to us each year, and we've been recognised as a finalist in the Australian Law Awards for Law Firm of the Year in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025. If you're searching for "Family Lawyers Guanaba", our team provides practical, solutions-focused legal advice.
By taking a settlement-first approach, we aim to help secure your financial interests, parenting rights and property while reducing unnecessary pressure on your family, including your former partner and children. Our lawyers focus on family mediation and negotiation because these pathways can often resolve parenting and property disputes without progressing to court. Through legal guidance for family mediation, we help you better understand your rights, responsibilities and possible outcomes while working towards a balanced resolution. We also connect you with highly experienced Mediators, and fewer than 5% of our cases progress to a final hearing. We walk you through the key considerations involved, whether you're identifying which assets and liabilities form part of a property settlement or weighing the details of spousal maintenance. If your high-asset separation or divorce involves family trusts, businesses or substantial assets, our property settlement lawyers can help protect your financial interests by offering specialised legal support. It is also often hard to come to an agreement with a previous partner, which is why our support is rooted in empathy. Our team can work with you to reach practical agreements on child custody and child support, with guidance from child custody lawyers when needed. So, if you're exploring "Family Lawyers Hollywell" or "Family Lawyers Silkstone", you can turn to us.
During a free, no-obligation phone consultation, we can help clarify the family law process and what you can expect moving forward. If you'd like to continue, we can arrange a strategy session to map out what the next stages will likely look like. Should issues arise concerning property matters or parenting arrangements, our team will partner with you to find practical solutions before proceeding to court action where necessary. We always seek to achieve a resolution through mutual agreement first, but when that isn't possible, we continue providing guidance and support throughout the entire hearing or mediation process. Our national presence across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, the ACT and the Northern Territory means you benefit from both local insight and national resources, including access to family law offices. We also outline all legal costs upfront in a comprehensive Costs Agreement, detailing the specific scope of work, our billing structure and a tailored expense estimate given your distinct situation. We'll even send you regular itemised invoices during the process that list the tasks performed, time spent and the professional involved. If you've been curious about "Family Solicitors Sydney" or "Family Lawyers Battery Hill", you can also access our Information Centre for articles and insights. Whether you're searching for "family law lawyer fees" or "apply for divorce", book a consultation now.
