Your trusted source for exceptional family law services in Melbourne

We are here to guide you through the financial and parenting complexities that follow a relationship breakdown.

Our goal is to help you make better decisions and move forward with your life. Whether you need advice, representation, or consultation, our experienced family lawyers are ready to support you every step of the way.

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Our Expertise

Our family law team provides a full range of legal services for local, international and expatriate clients.

  • Dispute Resolution

    We actively support and engage in various dispute resolution processes to help our clients make decisions and reach solutions that best suit their individual circumstances.

  • Divorce & Separation

    Divorce and separation can be a stressful and uncertain time for many couples. On the surface the process appears straightforward, but complexities may arise with limitation periods and determining whether a de facto relationship exists.

  • Property & Financial Settlements

    Our team specialises in untangling complex property interests, intricate business and trusts structures, third party issues, and superannuation arrangements. Our experience is extensive, and we can help you navigate the complexities so that you can make better informed decisions.

  • Family Violence

    Family violence is any behaviour that is violent or threatening and coerces or controls a family member or causes a family member to be fearful. Our team has the experience and expertise to advise you where family violence impacts your family law matter or where an intervention or protection order is required.

  • Children and Parenting

    Our team is easy to talk to and we understand that every family is different. We work with parents and others (for example, grandparents) to achieve a solution that is in the best interests of the child.

  • International Family Law

    While pursuing business and professional opportunities abroad is both exciting and rewarding, complexities can arise if you form a relationship, marry, or have children. Our team keeps up to date with the latest international developments so that we can give you the best advice.

"Barry Nilsson is an experienced and highly regarded family law firm who provided me with personal attention as if I was their only customer. The level of professionalism and knowledge is outstanding."

Family Law Client, 2023

Award-Winning Family Lawyers

Our family law team are regularly recognised by our clients, the courts and the legal community for providing exceptional legal services. With our deep understanding of family law, breadth of experience and client-centred approach, we have a proven track record in representing clients across a wide range of family law matters.

Our team has recently received the following recognition:

Leading Family & Divorce Law Firm in Australia (First Tier) in Doyle's Guide 2023

16 Individual listings in Doyle's Guide 2023

  • 6 Leading Family & Divorce Lawyers
  • 4 Leading Family Law (High-Volume & Complex Property Matters)
  • 3 Leading Parenting & Children’s Matters Lawyers
  • 3 Family Law Rising Stars

The Best Lawyers in Australia

10 individual listings for family law and family law mediation in the 15th edition of Best Lawyers 2023

Family Law Accredited Specialists

Nine of our family lawyers have been formally acknowledged as leaders in their field, and are recognised as Family Law Accredited Specialists

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