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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.
Divorce matters and separations are stressful situations to deal with, especially when children, properties, long-term plans and finances are involved. Cases involving blended families, parenting arrangements, business interests or shared assets can complicate judging whether a firm has the necessary experience. You may also feel uncertain about who to trust or worry that you'll be given unclear advice, impersonal service or needlessly complex legal language. We support you through separation, divorce and family law matters at Australian Family Lawyers, providing clear guidance throughout. We're familiar with the practical and emotional challenges that arise in family law, as it's our sole focus, and that extends to more complex and higher-asset cases. We clarify your situation and outline your options so you can proceed with assurance. 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. Each year, thousands of families turn to us for support, and so can you if you've been searching for "Lawyer For Child Support". We've even been named a finalist for Law Firm of the Year at the Australian Law Awards in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025.
We understand you want to safeguard your family's future while minimising needless stress related to children and parenting arrangements after separation. Child custody discussions can become emotionally difficult, especially when former partners struggle to find common ground. Our child custody lawyers provide compassionate, practical guidance that helps you move through these discussions with greater confidence. We guide you through your rights, responsibilities and options while advocating for outcomes that support the best interests of your child. We handle more complex child support matters, too, such as private payment agreements, formal disputes and substantial changes in your situation beyond standard Services Australia arrangements. Alongside this, our team recognises the specific challenges some LGBTQ+ families may encounter within the Family Law legal system, so we provide skilled representation that acknowledges your lived experience. Following a split, we can assist clients seeking legal guidance for family mediation, and our lawyers can connect you with highly experienced Mediators where needed. We also help clients work through financial considerations with guidance from our property settlement lawyers. As we focus on resolving matters constructively before they escalate further, less than 5% of our cases go to a final hearing. Whether you're looking up "Sydney Child Support Lawyer" or "Family Law Court Sydney", you can turn to us.
Getting started with us is simple. We offer a no-obligation, free initial phone consultation where you can speak directly with a lawyer, and they'll walk you through the family law process without any pressure. After that, we arrange a strategy session to review your circumstances and create a roadmap for the next steps. If disagreements occur over property or parenting arrangements, our team works closely with you to pursue practical dispute resolution. We seek to resolve disputes amicably through mutual consent whenever we can, but when an agreement is unattainable, we continue assisting you through mediation and hearings. Additionally, we operate nationally but keep a strong local presence with family law offices in Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, the ACT and the Northern Territory. For full transparency, we supply clear details regarding legal fees, supported by a comprehensive Costs Agreement outlining the billing structure, scope of work and estimated costs relevant to your situation. Additionally, you'll have direct contact with your lawyer throughout the process, so you can stay fully informed, whether you're looking up "Family Lawyer Melbourne", "Family Lawyers Dandenong" or beyond. If you're exploring "separation lawyer" or "family dispute resolution" and ready to take the next step, 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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Divorce matters and separations are stressful situations to deal with, especially when children, properties, long-term plans and finances are involved. Cases involving blended families, parenting arrangements, business interests or shared assets can complicate judging whether a firm has the necessary experience. You may also feel uncertain about who to trust or worry that you'll be given unclear advice, impersonal service or needlessly complex legal language. We support you through separation, divorce and family law matters at Australian Family Lawyers, providing clear guidance throughout. We're familiar with the practical and emotional challenges that arise in family law, as it's our sole focus, and that extends to more complex and higher-asset cases. We clarify your situation and outline your options so you can proceed with assurance. 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. Each year, thousands of families turn to us for support, and so can you if you've been searching for "Lawyer For Child Support". We've even been named a finalist for Law Firm of the Year at the Australian Law Awards in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025.
We understand you want to safeguard your family's future while minimising needless stress related to children and parenting arrangements after separation. Child custody discussions can become emotionally difficult, especially when former partners struggle to find common ground. Our child custody lawyers provide compassionate, practical guidance that helps you move through these discussions with greater confidence. We guide you through your rights, responsibilities and options while advocating for outcomes that support the best interests of your child. We handle more complex child support matters, too, such as private payment agreements, formal disputes and substantial changes in your situation beyond standard Services Australia arrangements. Alongside this, our team recognises the specific challenges some LGBTQ+ families may encounter within the Family Law legal system, so we provide skilled representation that acknowledges your lived experience. Following a split, we can assist clients seeking legal guidance for family mediation, and our lawyers can connect you with highly experienced Mediators where needed. We also help clients work through financial considerations with guidance from our property settlement lawyers. As we focus on resolving matters constructively before they escalate further, less than 5% of our cases go to a final hearing. Whether you're looking up "Sydney Child Support Lawyer" or "Family Law Court Sydney", you can turn to us.
Getting started with us is simple. We offer a no-obligation, free initial phone consultation where you can speak directly with a lawyer, and they'll walk you through the family law process without any pressure. After that, we arrange a strategy session to review your circumstances and create a roadmap for the next steps. If disagreements occur over property or parenting arrangements, our team works closely with you to pursue practical dispute resolution. We seek to resolve disputes amicably through mutual consent whenever we can, but when an agreement is unattainable, we continue assisting you through mediation and hearings. Additionally, we operate nationally but keep a strong local presence with family law offices in Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia, the ACT and the Northern Territory. For full transparency, we supply clear details regarding legal fees, supported by a comprehensive Costs Agreement outlining the billing structure, scope of work and estimated costs relevant to your situation. Additionally, you'll have direct contact with your lawyer throughout the process, so you can stay fully informed, whether you're looking up "Family Lawyer Melbourne", "Family Lawyers Dandenong" or beyond. If you're exploring "separation lawyer" or "family dispute resolution" and ready to take the next step, book a consultation now.
