Sydney's Leading Family Law Firm Specialising in Family and Divorce Law
Unified Lawyers are the leading family law firm in Australia, headquartered in Sydney with offices across the city—including Parramatta, North Sydney, Marrickville, Miranda and Bondi. Our team of experienced family lawyers is here to help—whether you’re dealing with an urgent divorce, a complex custody issue, or simply need clear legal advice.
We pride ourselves on providing concise communication and being a valuable resource for our clients. Our legal advice is straightforward, accurate, and easy to understand. Our family lawyers will handle your legal matter efficiently, meeting your time frames and working toward the resolution you’re seeking.
With over 600+ 5-star reviews from satisfied clients across Australia, and additional offices in Melbourne, Brisbane, and Gold Coast, you can rest assured that both you and your family matter are in safe and caring hands.
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Our Family & Divorce Lawyers are Here For You
Family Lawyers
Our team at Unified Lawyers consists of Australia’s best and leading divorce and family lawyers. We specialise in resolving complex family law matters.
Divorce Lawyers
If you have separated from your partner, our divorce lawyers can advise you on whether you are eligible for a divorce.
Child Custody
Our Sydney lawyers experienced in parenting and child matters can help you understand what is reasonable under the law and what your choices are for you and your children.
Property Settlement
Our property settlement family lawyers will help determine the value of your assets and are here to guide you through this process to ensure you obtain a fair share of the property pool.
Family Law Mediation
Family law mediation offers a cost-effective and less adversarial way to reach a solution that works for everyone involved.
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5 Star Reviews and Thousands of Lives Transformed
At Unified Lawyers, results matter because they matter to you. We’ve helped more than 8000+ clients across Australia resolve their family law matters with care and expertise.
Francesco Turini
I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for the service you provided. I am very satisfied with the professionalism, friendliness, and courtesy you demonstrated throughout our interactions. It made a significant difference in addressing my concerns. Your support and guidance were invaluable, and I feel fortunate to have had you on my side. Especially Thank you to Kristine Tran, and Justin Pasqualino. Best regards, Francesco
Rasha Al-Ahmed
It was truly an honor to work with Jessica Balic during one of the most difficult and sensitive periods of my life — a highly complex international child custody case. Despite the challenges, Jessica managed the matter with remarkable professionalism, calmness, and precision. From the very first day, Jessica demonstrated exceptional dedication and genuine care for every detail of my case. She was always prepared, meticulous, and clear in explaining every legal step in a way that was easy to understand. I strongly recommend Jessica Balic to anyone dealing with a complex family or custody matter. She is a lawyer who combines professionalism, intelligence, and deep human compassion — a rare and invaluable combination in this field, Thank you Jessica for helping me get my daughter and my life back.
Rachael Belle Myers
I am truly grateful for the support and guidance I received from Diana Melas throughout my financial separation. She was calm, compassionate, and incredibly knowledgeable from start to finish. Diana explained my rights clearly, outlined all available options, and ensured I felt informed and confident in every decision I made. Diana led with both empathy and strength. I feel very fortunate to have found a lawyer who combines expertise with such kindness and professionalism. Highly Recommend.
Fiona Henderson
I engaged Unified Lawyers for a family law matter at a time when I felt confused and vulnerable. From the outset, Sophia Bechara and Louise Cassar provided clear guidance, strong support, and genuine care. I never felt alone during the process. They protected me from intimidation and helped me stand my ground with confidence. Thanks to their expertise and professionalism in family law, I achieved a fair and just outcome, the best possible result for both me and my children. I’m incredibly grateful and would highly recommend Unified Lawyers to anyone navigating a family law matter who needs both compassion and strength on their side.
Eddie Gerdak
It is without hesitation that I recommend Ms. Ryan to anyone seeking dedicated and compassionate legal representation in family law matters. I also wish to commend your firm for having someone of her calibre on your team. Her commitment to her clients and her integrity as a professional reflect extremely well on your practice. I sincerely thank Ms. Ryan for her unwavering and continued support and guidance, and I would not hesitate to recommend her services and your firm, Unified Lawyers, to future clients in need of outstanding legal representation.
Ju Moon
I received professional and efficient help with my family law matter, and I couldn’t be happier with the service. The team , especially my lawyer, Ms. Jessica O’Brien was professional, thorough, and guided me with great expertise and care. Communication was always prompt, and I consistently felt confident that my best interests were being looked after. If you’re seeking a reliable and compassionate family law firm, I highly recommend them.
Francesco Turini
I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for the service you provided. I am very satisfied with the professionalism, friendliness, and courtesy you demonstrated throughout our interactions. It made a significant difference in addressing my concerns. Your support and guidance were invaluable, and I feel fortunate to have had you on my side. Especially Thank you to Kristine Tran, and Justin Pasqualino. Best regards, Francesco
Rasha Al-Ahmed
It was truly an honor to work with Jessica Balic during one of the most difficult and sensitive periods of my life — a highly complex international child custody case. Despite the challenges, Jessica managed the matter with remarkable professionalism, calmness, and precision. From the very first day, Jessica demonstrated exceptional dedication and genuine care for every detail of my case. She was always prepared, meticulous, and clear in explaining every legal step in a way that was easy to understand. I strongly recommend Jessica Balic to anyone dealing with a complex family or custody matter. She is a lawyer who combines professionalism, intelligence, and deep human compassion — a rare and invaluable combination in this field, Thank you Jessica for helping me get my daughter and my life back.
Rachael Belle Myers
I am truly grateful for the support and guidance I received from Diana Melas throughout my financial separation. She was calm, compassionate, and incredibly knowledgeable from start to finish. Diana explained my rights clearly, outlined all available options, and ensured I felt informed and confident in every decision I made. Diana led with both empathy and strength. I feel very fortunate to have found a lawyer who combines expertise with such kindness and professionalism. Highly Recommend.
Fiona Henderson
I engaged Unified Lawyers for a family law matter at a time when I felt confused and vulnerable. From the outset, Sophia Bechara and Louise Cassar provided clear guidance, strong support, and genuine care. I never felt alone during the process. They protected me from intimidation and helped me stand my ground with confidence. Thanks to their expertise and professionalism in family law, I achieved a fair and just outcome, the best possible result for both me and my children. I’m incredibly grateful and would highly recommend Unified Lawyers to anyone navigating a family law matter who needs both compassion and strength on their side.
Eddie Gerdak
It is without hesitation that I recommend Ms. Ryan to anyone seeking dedicated and compassionate legal representation in family law matters. I also wish to commend your firm for having someone of her calibre on your team. Her commitment to her clients and her integrity as a professional reflect extremely well on your practice. I sincerely thank Ms. Ryan for her unwavering and continued support and guidance, and I would not hesitate to recommend her services and your firm, Unified Lawyers, to future clients in need of outstanding legal representation.
Ju Moon
I received professional and efficient help with my family law matter, and I couldn’t be happier with the service. The team , especially my lawyer, Ms. Jessica O’Brien was professional, thorough, and guided me with great expertise and care. Communication was always prompt, and I consistently felt confident that my best interests were being looked after. If you’re seeking a reliable and compassionate family law firm, I highly recommend them.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Unified Lawyers
What you can expect from our family lawyers?
When you engage Unified Lawyers as your family law solicitors, we’ll make it our mission to:
- Take the time to listen and understand your situation
- Help you get back on your feet
- Assist you to move on with your life
- Resolve your matter efficiently and cost-effectively
Most importantly, we’ll communicate. We will:
- Give you clear advice, when you need it
- Help you understand the legal issues
- Provide the information you need to make the best decisions
- Give you written information about how we work, including our fees, and what you’re entitled to expect from us
- Respect your rights to confidentiality
But that’s not all.
Instructing a family lawyer is a big commitment. You want to make sure you’re getting the best possible representation. You want to know you’re getting value for your hard-earned money. And its important you feel confident that you’ve picked the family lawyer who’s right for you.
We get it…
It’s why we offer a free first consultation to all new clients. You can use this time to ask some general questions, work out whether your family law specialist understands your situation and get a feel for how best to resolve your family law issues.
How to get to our Family Lawyers Sydney Office?
You’ll find our family law specialists at Level 5, 299 Elizabeth Street, Sydney NSW 2000, right in the thick of the city’s legal and business district. Our office is perched on the corner of Elizabeth and Liverpool Streets, directly across from Hyde Park and just a few steps from Museum Station – perfect if you’re arriving by train. Just exit the station, cross the street, and you’re practically at our door. No breadcrumbs needed.
We’re also just a short walk from World Square Shopping Centre, and surrounded by a mix of cafés, legal firms, and that oddly specific “DJI drone store,” in case you need aerial footage of your court victory.
If you’re driving (brave choice in the CBD), there’s on-street parking nearby, plus several commercial parking garages around Goulburn and Castlereagh Streets.
Landmarks nearby include:
Anzac Memorial in Hyde Park (for when you need a moment of zen before legal battle)
Sydney Duty Free (your neighbour if you want to grab a last-minute souvenir… or a Toblerone the size of your regrets)
Event Cinemas on George Street (celebrate or decompress after your appointment)
Wherever you’re coming from, we’re easy to find. Probably easier than finding a decent parking spot, honestly.
How much does a family lawyer cost in Sydney?
An average cost of a family lawyer in Sydney will generally be between $300 to $500 plus GST an hour depending on the lawyer’s experience.
Legal fees are front-of-mind for many clients. They’re often a source of stress. Once we understand your situation and your legal needs, we’ll give you a written cost estimate, and we’ll keep you informed of your costs throughout your entire matter.
To learn more about the average cost of a family lawyer, common billing methods, factors that can influence legal fees, and important questions to ask during your initial meeting, check out our guide on family lawyers’ costs in Australia.
When should I make an appointment to see a family solicitor?
As a general rule, it’s best to make an appointment with us as soon as you’re aware of a family law issue. For example, if you know that you’re about to separate from your partner, you can make an appointment, even though you haven’t yet separated.
Seeking advice early from a family law specialist means that you know where you stand from the start. Complex family law matters can arise, even when you start off in an amicable position, so knowing your rights and responsibilities right from the start can make the process a lot easier.
How long will it take to finalise my family law matter in Sydney?
Unfortunately, it’s not possible to predict how long your family law matter will take to resolve. This is because every person’s situation is unique and the way a legal matter may be resolved can be a dependent on a number of different things.
Some of the factors that may influence how long your family law matter takes to resolve include:
· How much you and your former partner/spouse can agree
· Whether you can reach an agreement
· The information you can provide
· How quickly you can provide your information and instructions.
Once we have a consultation with you, where we learn about your matter, we can usually provide you with an estimate on how long your matter may take to be finalised.
We work with the aim to provide you with a resolution as swiftly and cost effectively as we can. We know family law matters can be very stressful and we will do what we can to avoid prolonging this stress.
