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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.
The process of separation and divorce can be very daunting, particularly when it affects property, children, long-term goals or financial arrangements. You're dealing with the emotional weight of a significant life transition while working to understand the legal and financial implications of what comes next. 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. Australian Family Lawyers is ready to step in here. 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 "Top Family Lawyers Hobart" or "Family Law Lawyer Brisbane". In 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025, our firm was also recognised as a finalist for the Australian Law Awards' Law Firm of the Year award.
Australian Family Lawyers places strong emphasis on settlement, encouraging negotiation and family mediation as a way to manage property and parenting matters without resorting to court proceedings. Our team helps you navigate the process by providing legal guidance for family mediation, thereby helping you understand your rights and responsibilities from the outset, and we can also connect you with highly experienced Mediators. With an emphasis on resolving matters early, less than 5% of our matters proceed to a final hearing. In addition, our property settlement lawyers provide clear guidance on key legal considerations when identifying shared assets and debts, all while working towards a fair outcome. Support is also available for more complex matters, such as high-asset cases involving family trusts or businesses, as well as advice on spousal maintenance. When children are involved, our child custody lawyers provide empathetic guidance about custody arrangements and child support. Whether you're browsing for "Top Family Lawyers Hobart", "Family Law Lawyer Perth" or "Family Law Firms Melbourne Cbd", you can trust that we provide compassionate, competent representation that respects your lived experience, helping you understand your options while prioritising your child's or children's best interests. For LGBTQ+ families, this approach also extends to the specific hurdles they may face, so you can turn to us regardless of your family structure.
When you contact us, you can begin with a free, no-obligation phone consultation where we'll guide you through the family law process. Next, we'll schedule a strategy session to review your situation more closely and develop a plan suited to your unique needs. If there's a disagreement about property or parenting arrangements, we collaborate with you to reach an amicable outcome. 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 "Custody Lawyers Melbourne" or "Divorce Lawyers Melbourne". For free insights and articles on family law, you can also explore the Information Centre available on our website. If you're curious about "family law lawyer fees" or "apply for divorce", 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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The process of separation and divorce can be very daunting, particularly when it affects property, children, long-term goals or financial arrangements. You're dealing with the emotional weight of a significant life transition while working to understand the legal and financial implications of what comes next. 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. Australian Family Lawyers is ready to step in here. 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 "Top Family Lawyers Hobart" or "Family Law Lawyer Brisbane". In 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025, our firm was also recognised as a finalist for the Australian Law Awards' Law Firm of the Year award.
Australian Family Lawyers places strong emphasis on settlement, encouraging negotiation and family mediation as a way to manage property and parenting matters without resorting to court proceedings. Our team helps you navigate the process by providing legal guidance for family mediation, thereby helping you understand your rights and responsibilities from the outset, and we can also connect you with highly experienced Mediators. With an emphasis on resolving matters early, less than 5% of our matters proceed to a final hearing. In addition, our property settlement lawyers provide clear guidance on key legal considerations when identifying shared assets and debts, all while working towards a fair outcome. Support is also available for more complex matters, such as high-asset cases involving family trusts or businesses, as well as advice on spousal maintenance. When children are involved, our child custody lawyers provide empathetic guidance about custody arrangements and child support. Whether you're browsing for "Top Family Lawyers Hobart", "Family Law Lawyer Perth" or "Family Law Firms Melbourne Cbd", you can trust that we provide compassionate, competent representation that respects your lived experience, helping you understand your options while prioritising your child's or children's best interests. For LGBTQ+ families, this approach also extends to the specific hurdles they may face, so you can turn to us regardless of your family structure.
When you contact us, you can begin with a free, no-obligation phone consultation where we'll guide you through the family law process. Next, we'll schedule a strategy session to review your situation more closely and develop a plan suited to your unique needs. If there's a disagreement about property or parenting arrangements, we collaborate with you to reach an amicable outcome. 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 "Custody Lawyers Melbourne" or "Divorce Lawyers Melbourne". For free insights and articles on family law, you can also explore the Information Centre available on our website. If you're curious about "family law lawyer fees" or "apply for divorce", enquire now.
