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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 or divorce may affect your children, property, finances and long-term plans. After all, you're facing emotional upheaval as you try to grasp what comes next for your assets, responsibilities and future. It's natural to ask whether your circumstances are too layered for a generalist law firm to handle with the care you need. Thankfully, you can turn to Australian Family Lawyers, where we focus exclusively on family law and offer reassurance and clear guidance backed by extensive experience. Our team of Accredited Family Law Specialists manages various family law matters, ranging from straightforward separations to highly complex, high-asset disputes. With our recent merger with Watts McCray and Kordos Lawyers, we've become the nation's largest specialised family law firm, rooted in a clear, solutions-based approach and genuine care for your peace of mind and best interests. Thousands of families every year place their trust in us to help them understand their situation and options. We speak in plain language and focus on practical outcomes, so you can count on our team to help you navigate the Family Law legal system if you've been searching for "Top Divorce Lawyers Melbourne" or "Sydney Family Law".
At Australian Family Lawyers, our focus is settlement first, prioritising negotiations and family mediation to settle disputes rather than adding more frustration by taking them to court. Such a way helps you, your former partner and your children avoid needless conflict, with fewer than 5% of matters advancing to a final hearing. Our team supports you through mediation by clearly explaining your rights and responsibilities, and we can connect you with experienced legal guidance for family mediation. When it comes to property matters, we have property settlement lawyers who can assist in identifying and dividing assets and debts. High-net-worth clients can even receive custom advice from them on trusts, business interests and other complex structures. In matters involving children, our team has child custody lawyers ready to provide steady and empathetic guidance on custody and parenting arrangements, always focusing on the best interests of your child. Our team also offers guidance on child support, covering more complex circumstances such as private agreements or disputes. Whether you're in the early stages of separation or searching for "Top Divorce Lawyers Melbourne", "The Best Lawyer For Divorce" or "Sydney Family Divorce Lawyers" to explore your options, legal support from Australian Family Lawyers can make it easier to protect your property and parental rights.
When you reach out to us, you can start with a no-obligation, free phone consultation where we help you gain clarity on the family law process. Afterwards, we'll coordinate a strategy session to examine your circumstances in more depth and build a personalised plan that reflects your unique situation. Where property or parenting arrangements are disputed, we partner with you to achieve agreeable outcomes. While our team focuses on resolving matters by mutual consent, we also prepare you for each stage of the process if further mediation or a final hearing becomes necessary. 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. We believe in total transparency, which is why we issue a comprehensive Costs Agreement from the start of your engagement and provide regular itemised invoices outlining ongoing work and associated legal fees. You even get direct access to your lawyer, without needing to communicate through an assistant or secretary when you have concerns regarding "Divorce Lawyers Maitland" or "Best Family Lawyers Melbourne". You can also find a range of free family law articles and insights through the Information Centre on our site. If you're curious about "family dispute resolution" or "family lawyers sunshine coast", 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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Separation or divorce may affect your children, property, finances and long-term plans. After all, you're facing emotional upheaval as you try to grasp what comes next for your assets, responsibilities and future. It's natural to ask whether your circumstances are too layered for a generalist law firm to handle with the care you need. Thankfully, you can turn to Australian Family Lawyers, where we focus exclusively on family law and offer reassurance and clear guidance backed by extensive experience. Our team of Accredited Family Law Specialists manages various family law matters, ranging from straightforward separations to highly complex, high-asset disputes. With our recent merger with Watts McCray and Kordos Lawyers, we've become the nation's largest specialised family law firm, rooted in a clear, solutions-based approach and genuine care for your peace of mind and best interests. Thousands of families every year place their trust in us to help them understand their situation and options. We speak in plain language and focus on practical outcomes, so you can count on our team to help you navigate the Family Law legal system if you've been searching for "Top Divorce Lawyers Melbourne" or "Sydney Family Law".
At Australian Family Lawyers, our focus is settlement first, prioritising negotiations and family mediation to settle disputes rather than adding more frustration by taking them to court. Such a way helps you, your former partner and your children avoid needless conflict, with fewer than 5% of matters advancing to a final hearing. Our team supports you through mediation by clearly explaining your rights and responsibilities, and we can connect you with experienced legal guidance for family mediation. When it comes to property matters, we have property settlement lawyers who can assist in identifying and dividing assets and debts. High-net-worth clients can even receive custom advice from them on trusts, business interests and other complex structures. In matters involving children, our team has child custody lawyers ready to provide steady and empathetic guidance on custody and parenting arrangements, always focusing on the best interests of your child. Our team also offers guidance on child support, covering more complex circumstances such as private agreements or disputes. Whether you're in the early stages of separation or searching for "Top Divorce Lawyers Melbourne", "The Best Lawyer For Divorce" or "Sydney Family Divorce Lawyers" to explore your options, legal support from Australian Family Lawyers can make it easier to protect your property and parental rights.
When you reach out to us, you can start with a no-obligation, free phone consultation where we help you gain clarity on the family law process. Afterwards, we'll coordinate a strategy session to examine your circumstances in more depth and build a personalised plan that reflects your unique situation. Where property or parenting arrangements are disputed, we partner with you to achieve agreeable outcomes. While our team focuses on resolving matters by mutual consent, we also prepare you for each stage of the process if further mediation or a final hearing becomes necessary. 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. We believe in total transparency, which is why we issue a comprehensive Costs Agreement from the start of your engagement and provide regular itemised invoices outlining ongoing work and associated legal fees. You even get direct access to your lawyer, without needing to communicate through an assistant or secretary when you have concerns regarding "Divorce Lawyers Maitland" or "Best Family Lawyers Melbourne". You can also find a range of free family law articles and insights through the Information Centre on our site. If you're curious about "family dispute resolution" or "family lawyers sunshine coast", enquire now.
