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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, long-term plans, property or financial matters are involved, separation and divorce can be an especially daunting experience. While coping with the emotional impact of a major transition in life, you're also attempting to understand what the future holds from both a legal and financial standpoint. Shared assets, business interests, blended families or established wealth all add layers of complexity that require experience many general law firms simply may not have. You might become uneasy, question who you can trust, or worry about receiving unclear guidance, generic service or unnecessary legal jargon. That's where Australian Family Lawyers steps in. Family law is our only focus, and we provide clear guidance to help you understand your situation, the next legal steps and the options available to you. Following our merger with Watts McCray and Kordos Lawyers, we've grown into the nation's largest specialised family law firm, with a leading national team that includes a large number of Accredited Family Law Specialists. Thousands of families turn to us during some of the most difficult periods in their lives, and so can you if you've been searching for "Family Lawyers Newtown" or "Divorce Attorneys In Melbourne". Our firm was also named a finalist for Law Firm of the Year at the Australian Law Awards in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025.
Sorting out parenting arrangements after a separation becomes much more challenging when you and your ex-partner disagree on choices affecting your children. With a settlement-first mindset, we work towards resolving disputes while avoiding the obstacles that often come with court proceedings. Through legal guidance for family mediation, we help you become more informed about your rights, responsibilities and options before discussions begin. We advocate for outcomes that consider the best interests of your child while helping you walk through your legal obligations and available options throughout the process. Our child custody lawyers even assist with child support matters, including private payment agreements, formal disputes and significant changes in circumstances where standard Services Australia assessments may no longer suit your needs. We're also aware of the specific challenges LGBTQ+ families may face within the family law system, and we remain committed to providing compassionate and respectful representation regardless of how your family is structured. Alongside parenting matters, our property settlement lawyers can help you identify which debts and assets form part of a settlement, particularly when family trusts, businesses or significant wealth are involved. So, if you're browsing for "Family Lawyers Newtown", "Family Lawyers Mernda" or "Norfolk Family Lawyers", know that we're here for practical legal support.
You can start with a free, no-obligation phone consultation when you get in touch, and we'll help you make sense of the family law process. We'll then organise a strategy session to look more closely at your circumstances and build a plan unique to your situation. Where property or parenting arrangements are disputed, we partner with you to achieve agreeable outcomes. In addition to working towards a mutually agreed resolution, our team prepares you for every stage of the proceedings should the matter progress to further mediation or a final hearing. Our family law offices across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, the ACT and the Northern Territory allow us to offer services that are rooted in local understanding. For complete clarity throughout your engagement, we provide a comprehensive Costs Agreement at the outset and follow it with regular itemised invoices detailing both legal fees and ongoing services. You even get direct access to your lawyer, without needing to communicate through an assistant or secretary when you have concerns regarding "Nsw Family Law Specialists" or "Child Custody". For free insights and articles on family law, you can also explore the Information Centre available on our website. If you're curious about "apply for divorce" or "family law solicitor dandenong", enquire 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 children, long-term plans, property or financial matters are involved, separation and divorce can be an especially daunting experience. While coping with the emotional impact of a major transition in life, you're also attempting to understand what the future holds from both a legal and financial standpoint. Shared assets, business interests, blended families or established wealth all add layers of complexity that require experience many general law firms simply may not have. You might become uneasy, question who you can trust, or worry about receiving unclear guidance, generic service or unnecessary legal jargon. That's where Australian Family Lawyers steps in. Family law is our only focus, and we provide clear guidance to help you understand your situation, the next legal steps and the options available to you. Following our merger with Watts McCray and Kordos Lawyers, we've grown into the nation's largest specialised family law firm, with a leading national team that includes a large number of Accredited Family Law Specialists. Thousands of families turn to us during some of the most difficult periods in their lives, and so can you if you've been searching for "Family Lawyers Newtown" or "Divorce Attorneys In Melbourne". Our firm was also named a finalist for Law Firm of the Year at the Australian Law Awards in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025.
Sorting out parenting arrangements after a separation becomes much more challenging when you and your ex-partner disagree on choices affecting your children. With a settlement-first mindset, we work towards resolving disputes while avoiding the obstacles that often come with court proceedings. Through legal guidance for family mediation, we help you become more informed about your rights, responsibilities and options before discussions begin. We advocate for outcomes that consider the best interests of your child while helping you walk through your legal obligations and available options throughout the process. Our child custody lawyers even assist with child support matters, including private payment agreements, formal disputes and significant changes in circumstances where standard Services Australia assessments may no longer suit your needs. We're also aware of the specific challenges LGBTQ+ families may face within the family law system, and we remain committed to providing compassionate and respectful representation regardless of how your family is structured. Alongside parenting matters, our property settlement lawyers can help you identify which debts and assets form part of a settlement, particularly when family trusts, businesses or significant wealth are involved. So, if you're browsing for "Family Lawyers Newtown", "Family Lawyers Mernda" or "Norfolk Family Lawyers", know that we're here for practical legal support.
You can start with a free, no-obligation phone consultation when you get in touch, and we'll help you make sense of the family law process. We'll then organise a strategy session to look more closely at your circumstances and build a plan unique to your situation. Where property or parenting arrangements are disputed, we partner with you to achieve agreeable outcomes. In addition to working towards a mutually agreed resolution, our team prepares you for every stage of the proceedings should the matter progress to further mediation or a final hearing. Our family law offices across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, the ACT and the Northern Territory allow us to offer services that are rooted in local understanding. For complete clarity throughout your engagement, we provide a comprehensive Costs Agreement at the outset and follow it with regular itemised invoices detailing both legal fees and ongoing services. You even get direct access to your lawyer, without needing to communicate through an assistant or secretary when you have concerns regarding "Nsw Family Law Specialists" or "Child Custody". For free insights and articles on family law, you can also explore the Information Centre available on our website. If you're curious about "apply for divorce" or "family law solicitor dandenong", enquire now.
