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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 you're experiencing separation or divorce, and matters like property, children, finances or long-term plans are at stake, you're dealing with more than just the emotional impact. You might doubt that general law firms have the experience needed, especially when parenting arrangements, shared assets, blended family situations or established wealth make matters more complex. The last thing you want is confusing advice, impersonal service or unnecessary legal jargon that leaves you unsure about what comes next. Australian Family Lawyers is your team that focuses on family law, using clear, straightforward language to help you grasp your situation and your options, as well as the 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 that includes a large number of Accredited Family Law Specialists. In the years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025, our firm was recognised as a finalist for Law Firm of the Year at the Australian Law Awards. Every year, thousands of families seek our practical guidance during challenging times in their lives. So, if you're searching for "Melbourne Separation Lawyers" or "Female Divorce Lawyers", you can count on us.
Parenting and child custody discussions can become especially difficult when former partners disagree on important decisions involving their children. We place your family's wellbeing at the centre of a settlement-first approach focused on negotiating. Fewer than 5% of our cases reach a final hearing, as our team focuses on resolving matters early. 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. We understand the particular challenges that LGBTQ+ families can run into within the family law system as well, and we're dedicated to offering you compassionate representation that respects your lived experience. Whether you're searching for "Melbourne Separation Lawyers", "Lgbt Family Lawyer Sydney" or "Legal Separation Melbourne Lawyer", know that we can help with steady legal guidance.
By reaching out to us, you can take advantage of a no-obligation, free phone consultation that helps clarify the family law process. After that, we'll arrange a strategy session to review your circumstances in more detail and develop a plan tailored to your unique situation. When disputes arise over property or parenting arrangements, we'll work with you to secure an amicable outcome. 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. To ensure complete transparency, we provide a detailed Costs Agreement at the outset of your matter, together with regular itemised invoices that keep you informed of the progress of ongoing work and any legal fees. You even get direct access to your lawyer, without needing to communicate through an assistant or secretary when you have concerns regarding "Family Lawyers Townsville" or "Divorce Lawyers Cairns". You can also access the Information Centre on our site for free family law articles and insights. If you're curious about "family lawyer price" or "child custody lawyer", 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 you're experiencing separation or divorce, and matters like property, children, finances or long-term plans are at stake, you're dealing with more than just the emotional impact. You might doubt that general law firms have the experience needed, especially when parenting arrangements, shared assets, blended family situations or established wealth make matters more complex. The last thing you want is confusing advice, impersonal service or unnecessary legal jargon that leaves you unsure about what comes next. Australian Family Lawyers is your team that focuses on family law, using clear, straightforward language to help you grasp your situation and your options, as well as the 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 that includes a large number of Accredited Family Law Specialists. In the years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025, our firm was recognised as a finalist for Law Firm of the Year at the Australian Law Awards. Every year, thousands of families seek our practical guidance during challenging times in their lives. So, if you're searching for "Melbourne Separation Lawyers" or "Female Divorce Lawyers", you can count on us.
Parenting and child custody discussions can become especially difficult when former partners disagree on important decisions involving their children. We place your family's wellbeing at the centre of a settlement-first approach focused on negotiating. Fewer than 5% of our cases reach a final hearing, as our team focuses on resolving matters early. 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. We understand the particular challenges that LGBTQ+ families can run into within the family law system as well, and we're dedicated to offering you compassionate representation that respects your lived experience. Whether you're searching for "Melbourne Separation Lawyers", "Lgbt Family Lawyer Sydney" or "Legal Separation Melbourne Lawyer", know that we can help with steady legal guidance.
By reaching out to us, you can take advantage of a no-obligation, free phone consultation that helps clarify the family law process. After that, we'll arrange a strategy session to review your circumstances in more detail and develop a plan tailored to your unique situation. When disputes arise over property or parenting arrangements, we'll work with you to secure an amicable outcome. 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. To ensure complete transparency, we provide a detailed Costs Agreement at the outset of your matter, together with regular itemised invoices that keep you informed of the progress of ongoing work and any legal fees. You even get direct access to your lawyer, without needing to communicate through an assistant or secretary when you have concerns regarding "Family Lawyers Townsville" or "Divorce Lawyers Cairns". You can also access the Information Centre on our site for free family law articles and insights. If you're curious about "family lawyer price" or "child custody lawyer", enquire now.
