Family & Divorce
Lawyers Brisbane
Expert Family Lawyers in Brisbane for Divorce, Child Custody and Property Settlements.
Brisbane's Leading Family Law Firm
Specialising in Family and Divorce Law
When you’re involved in a family law matter, having an experienced family lawyer in Brisbane is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your rights and future.
At Unified Lawyers, we are leading family law specialists in Brisbane, offering expert legal guidance across all areas of family law. Whether you need help with divorce, family mediation, parenting arrangements, property settlements, prenuptial agreements, or spousal maintenance, we will help you understand where you stand and what steps to take next.
Every family matter is different, and we treat it that way. With over 600+ 5-star reviews from satisfied clients across Australia, we deliver personalised, strategic advice that aligns with your goals.
To ensure clear communication, we offer multilingual support across our team, with lawyers fluent in Arabic, Greek, Lebanese, Mandarin, Spanish and Vietnamese. This allows us to serve Brisbane’s diverse communities with accessible, culturally sensitive legal care.
Find out how our Brisbane family lawyers can help you or book your free, confidential consultation below.
Work with Unified Lawyers to find your path
The breakdown of a relationship is never easy. Every separation or divorce is different, and it often comes with layers of emotional, financial and legal complexity. If you’re facing a separation, it’s crucial to understand your legal rights, obligations and the steps involved in protecting yourself and your family.
You may need to make decisions about:
- Where you and your children will live
- How your property, assets and finances will be divided
- What your parenting arrangements and custody agreements will look like
But you do not have to do this alone. Unified Lawyers is a trusted family and divorce law firm in Brisbane. We combine deep legal expertise with genuine care to achieve the best outcome for you and your family. Our Brisbane family lawyers will guide you through every step of your separation or divorce, helping you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Meet Brisbane's Leading
Family Lawyers
We Speak Your Language
Family law is stressful enough without a language barrier. Our team can discuss your matter with you in:
Chinese
Nepali
Vietnamese
Lebanese
Hindi
Sinhala
Greek
Portuguese
Italian
600+
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.
SOHAIL H
The team at Unified Lawyers has been amazing from start to finish. Everyone I dealt with, from the accounts team and customer service staff to the lawyers, was professional, friendly, and genuinely helpful. My lawyer, Santino Romanella, supported me through one of the most difficult and complex legal battles of my life. My case involved significant challenges, including interference from third parties, issues involving the misuse of AI, and modern issues of gender-based violence, but he remained calm, focused, and committed throughout the entire process. To me, Santino was like a soldier. He stood his ground, never gave up, and worked tirelessly to protect my rights at every step. No matter what came up, he handled everything with integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment. One piece of advice he often reminded me of was to “be still” and “have composure,” which really helped me stay grounded during such a stressful time.
Adam Piotrowski
Jessica Adamovich was outstanding to work with throughout my family law matter. From the very beginning, she listened carefully, understood my concerns, and provided invaluable guidance during what was a very challenging time. Her advice helped me approach each step with a calm, steady mindset, always focused on achieving the best possible outcome. Jessica built a strong professional relationship with me, which made it easy to ask questions and discuss any concerns I had along the way. I always felt supported, informed, and confident knowing she was in my corner. I would happily recommend Jessica Adamovich to anyone navigating the family law system. Her professionalism, knowledge, compassion, and dedication made a difficult process much easier to manage. Thank you Jessica
Adam H-Anderson
With Anushkas assistance, and overall hard work, my family matter has progressed with very positive results. I am very happy with how things have progressed, noting that these matters do take time as there is a process to follow, however, Anushka was very reassuring throughout the entire process, providing guidance and clarity for ease of understanding for all of the steps along the way. Donna was also instrumental in assisting with both family and other matters, which overall helped to maintain a positive outlook throughout a challenging period of time. I highly recommend the lawyers at Unified to anyone that is looking for assistance in working towards a positive, balanced and as fair as possible outcome for a given family matter. As my family matter had progressed to a final hearing, Jessica B. was instrumental in providing professional advice, while displaying genuine care for the matter, which further aided in achieving a positive result for my family. Jessica is exceptional in her role as a Senior Associate and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the advice and guidance I received through a very challenging period of time. Thank you very much Jessica and thank you to everyone at Unified, I genuinely appreciate all of your work and would recommend Unified Lawyers to anyone that needed genuine high quality legal assistance.
Jeshurun Henshaw
The customer service and professionalism from Unified Lawyers was outstanding. From the initial consultation to the actual work – this was executed in a professional manner. Working with Jordyn enabled me to have the confidence that my particular matter was going to be dealt with efficiently and professionally from a person with exceptional knowledge in family law. I thoroughly recommend Unified Lawyers.
Andrea Gartmann
Jordyn was outstanding to work with from start to finish. She was professional, knowledgeable, and made a complex process feel simple and manageable. At every stage, she explained things clearly and kept us fully informed, which gave us real confidence and peace of mind. Her communication was always prompt and friendly, and she genuinely took the time to understand our situation and what we needed. We always felt supported and like we were in very capable hands. We thank her from the bottom of our hearts. We’re extremely grateful for her hard work and would highly recommend Jordyn to anyone looking for a reliable, thorough, and trustworthy solicitor.
Caleb Thompson
I was extremely happy with Unified Lawyers (Jordyn Nicholson) especially when nobody else was able to help me with my case, Jordyn would however and she did help me a lot in a short space as well as short notice. Very professional and easy to converse with, she stands with great defence on your behalf.
5 Stars
Thank you Jordyn.
Thank you Unified Lawyers.
SOHAIL H
The team at Unified Lawyers has been amazing from start to finish. Everyone I dealt with, from the accounts team and customer service staff to the lawyers, was professional, friendly, and genuinely helpful. My lawyer, Santino Romanella, supported me through one of the most difficult and complex legal battles of my life. My case involved significant challenges, including interference from third parties, issues involving the misuse of AI, and modern issues of gender-based violence, but he remained calm, focused, and committed throughout the entire process. To me, Santino was like a soldier. He stood his ground, never gave up, and worked tirelessly to protect my rights at every step. No matter what came up, he handled everything with integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment. One piece of advice he often reminded me of was to “be still” and “have composure,” which really helped me stay grounded during such a stressful time.
Adam Piotrowski
Jessica Adamovich was outstanding to work with throughout my family law matter. From the very beginning, she listened carefully, understood my concerns, and provided invaluable guidance during what was a very challenging time. Her advice helped me approach each step with a calm, steady mindset, always focused on achieving the best possible outcome. Jessica built a strong professional relationship with me, which made it easy to ask questions and discuss any concerns I had along the way. I always felt supported, informed, and confident knowing she was in my corner. I would happily recommend Jessica Adamovich to anyone navigating the family law system. Her professionalism, knowledge, compassion, and dedication made a difficult process much easier to manage. Thank you Jessica
Adam H-Anderson
With Anushkas assistance, and overall hard work, my family matter has progressed with very positive results. I am very happy with how things have progressed, noting that these matters do take time as there is a process to follow, however, Anushka was very reassuring throughout the entire process, providing guidance and clarity for ease of understanding for all of the steps along the way. Donna was also instrumental in assisting with both family and other matters, which overall helped to maintain a positive outlook throughout a challenging period of time. I highly recommend the lawyers at Unified to anyone that is looking for assistance in working towards a positive, balanced and as fair as possible outcome for a given family matter. As my family matter had progressed to a final hearing, Jessica B. was instrumental in providing professional advice, while displaying genuine care for the matter, which further aided in achieving a positive result for my family. Jessica is exceptional in her role as a Senior Associate and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the advice and guidance I received through a very challenging period of time. Thank you very much Jessica and thank you to everyone at Unified, I genuinely appreciate all of your work and would recommend Unified Lawyers to anyone that needed genuine high quality legal assistance.
Jeshurun Henshaw
The customer service and professionalism from Unified Lawyers was outstanding. From the initial consultation to the actual work – this was executed in a professional manner. Working with Jordyn enabled me to have the confidence that my particular matter was going to be dealt with efficiently and professionally from a person with exceptional knowledge in family law. I thoroughly recommend Unified Lawyers.
Andrea Gartmann
Jordyn was outstanding to work with from start to finish. She was professional, knowledgeable, and made a complex process feel simple and manageable. At every stage, she explained things clearly and kept us fully informed, which gave us real confidence and peace of mind. Her communication was always prompt and friendly, and she genuinely took the time to understand our situation and what we needed. We always felt supported and like we were in very capable hands. We thank her from the bottom of our hearts. We’re extremely grateful for her hard work and would highly recommend Jordyn to anyone looking for a reliable, thorough, and trustworthy solicitor.
Caleb Thompson
I was extremely happy with Unified Lawyers (Jordyn Nicholson) especially when nobody else was able to help me with my case, Jordyn would however and she did help me a lot in a short space as well as short notice. Very professional and easy to converse with, she stands with great defence on your behalf.
5 Stars
Thank you Jordyn.
Thank you Unified Lawyers.
What you can expect from
our Brisbane family lawyers
When you engage Unified Lawyers to handle your family law matters in Brisbane, you can expect to work with a team who will:
- Understand your personal circumstances and goals.
- Create a tailored strategy that targets the best outcome for your separation, divorce, parenting or property matter.
- Communicate with you at every step of your matter.
- Support you with clear advice and a sensitive approach, helping you to understand any legal issues or responsibilities you may have.
- Resolve your matter as cost effectively and efficiently as possible.
We’re interested in achieving outcomes that are going to make our client’s lives easier and better, so we do our best to provide you with the information you need to understand your options. You need to be able to make an informed decision about your future.
We understand that engaging with a lawyer can be intimidating and is also a big commitment, which is why we want you to feel like you’ve made the best choice in choosing us as your family law specialists. Every new client receives a free initial consultation and we offer fixed free options. Discuss your matter with us, ask questions and decide whether our Brisbane family lawyers are the right fit for you.
Parenting and Children Matters in Brisbane
When children are involved in separation or divorce, it can be a daunting and overwhelming experience for both you and your child/children. Our child custody lawyers in Brisbane will aim to ensure the best interests of your child are looked after, adhering to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia guides, and we will work with you to ensure you understand what these are and the options available to you. Our advice in any parenting matter will also be with the aim to ensure your children’s needs are the priority. There are a variety of different family law issues that can involve children, including:
Consent Orders and Financial Agreements
When an agreement can be reached regarding how your child or children should divide their time between their parents, then a consent order can make this legally enforceable. To ensure your child’s best interests are being looked after, we can provide you with advice.
Child Support
If you believe a child support payment assessment has been unfairly made, then you can discuss this and your options with our family lawyers. Child support payments are assessed by the Child Support Agency and are not always accurate.
Grandparent’s Rights
Whether you’re a grandparent who is looking to understand your rights to see your grandchild or you’re a parent wanting to understand your obligations, our experienced family law team can help you with grand parenting matters.
Property Settlements, Asset Division, and financial settlements in Brisbane
Splitting property, assets and money is an unfortunate reality that comes at the end of a marriage or de facto relationship. It also a challenging and complex process, so it is critical that you work with a professional family lawyer who can help you understand your rights and your responsibilities.
If you’ve split from your de facto partner, its important you understand the factors that can influence your rights to property and financial aspects. The length of your relationship, and if you have children together are only two of the factors that can affect your property rights.
It is very common for spousal support to be a concern for separating or divorcing couples. This can be impacted by the differences in incomes of each spouse, as well as future earning capabilities of each party. It’s important to understand your rights, obligations, and responsibilities in any financial matter.
Figuring out how to divide your property and assets doesn’t have to be a drawn-out affair in court. Through property settlement mediation, we can help you and your former partner to work out how to divide your property and avoid going to court. Before any mediation takes place, we can help you understand your entitlements based on your unique situation and do our best to achieve the best outcome for you. Even the most complex property matters can be resolved.
Frequently Asked Questions About Family Lawyers Brisbane
How much does it cost to work with a Brisbane family lawyer?
The cost of working with a family lawyer in Brisbane will depend on your circumstances and the amount of legal work required to resolve your matter.
Family lawyers in Australia commonly charge approximately $300 to $900+ per hour, depending on factors such as the lawyer’s experience, seniority, specialist expertise and the type of work being completed.
However, the hourly rate alone does not determine what your matter will ultimately cost. The total cost can be affected by the complexity of your matter, how much is disputed between the parties, the amount of negotiation and evidence required, whether experts are involved, and whether the matter proceeds to Court.
For a more detailed breakdown, including indicative costs for divorce applications, consent orders and contested family law matters, read our guide on how much a family lawyer costs in Australia.
Your first consultation with Unified Lawyers is free. This gives us an opportunity to understand your circumstances and legal needs, answer your initial questions and discuss the likely costs involved before you decide how to proceed.
How do I choose the right family solicitor?
Finding the right family lawyer to help you is not always easy. It is extremely important to find a lawyer that you feel comfortable and confident with. The right family lawyer can help you find and achieve the best outcome for your matter.
When it comes to searching for a family lawyer in Brisbane, we recommend looking for these qualities:
- Understanding – Every situation is different. Your family lawyer needs to understand your unique circumstances.
- Compassionate – Family law matters are often emotionally stressful and overwhelming. A great family lawyer knows this and helps to make the process easier.
- Experienced – The nature of family law matters is often very complex, so having an experienced family lawyer in your corner is vital.
- Personable and Approachable – It can be difficult to talk about personal matters however it’s very important to be able to provide all details relating to your situation. A lawyer you feel comfortable with can make this easier.
To help you feel confident in your decision to work with Unified Lawyers, we offer our first consultation free. This way you can tell us about your matter, ask any questions and we can take the time to understand you and your wishes. When you meet with our Brisbane family lawyers, you can use this time to see if we feel like a good fit for you too.
How do I know if I need a family lawyer for my legal matter?
Family lawyers deal with a wide variety of legal matters and issues, including, but not limited to:
- Divorce and separation
- Property settlements
- Spousal maintenance
- Parenting arrangements
- Child Support
- Relocation of children
- Same sex divorce
- Financial agreements.
You can often resolve some of these issues or disputes without a lawyer, however, working with an experienced family lawyer has a number of different benefits. They can help you to understand your rights and responsibilities from a legal perspective, as well as provide you with advice, guidance and representation. We offer a free first consultation at Unified Lawyers Brisbane, so you can use this time to discuss your matter and determine whether you need the services of a family lawyer for your legal matter.
Where are your family law services available in Brisbane?
Our Brisbane family lawyers assist clients throughout Brisbane and across Queensland, as well as clients in other parts of Australia.
Our Brisbane office is located at Suite 4A, 167 Eagle Street, Brisbane, in the Brisbane CBD.
If you would like to speak with our family law team about your situation, call us on 1300 667 461.
What are the requirements to get a divorce in Queensland?
To get a divorce in Queensland, you must show that your marriage has broken down irretrievably and that you and your spouse have been separated for at least 12 months and one day before applying.
You or your spouse must also be eligible to apply for a divorce in Australia, which generally means being an Australian citizen, regarding Australia as your home and intending to live here indefinitely, or having ordinarily lived in Australia for at least 12 months before applying.
Divorce laws in Queensland are governed by federal law, so the legal requirements are largely the same as elsewhere in Australia. There can also be additional requirements depending on your circumstances, including if you have been separated while living under the same roof or are making a sole application.
For a full explanation of the application process, eligibility requirements and what happens after you apply, read our guide on how to get a divorce in Queensland.
How long does a family law matter take to resolve in Brisbane?
There is no fixed timeframe for resolving a family law matter in Brisbane because every situation is different.
Some of the factors that can influence how long your family law matter takes to resolve include:
- How much you and your former partner or spouse can agree on
- Whether an agreement can be reached through negotiation or mediation
- The complexity of the issues involved
- The information and documents required for your matter
- How quickly you can provide information and instructions
- Whether the matter needs to proceed to Court
If Court proceedings are required, this can also increase the amount of time it takes to finalise your matter.
Once we have spoken with you and understand your circumstances, we can usually provide a clearer indication of the likely timeframe and the steps involved.
It is also important to be aware that certain family law matters have specific legal deadlines. You can read more about these in our guide to time limits in family law matters.
Our Brisbane family lawyers aim to help you resolve your matter as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible while protecting your interests throughout the process.
Our Brisbane Office
Our family lawyers in Brisbane are available to meet at our office in Emirates House, Suite 4A, 167 Eagle Street, at the northern end of Eagle Street near Queen Street. The office sits beside the Riverside Centre and the City Reach Boardwalk, with views of the Brisbane River and Story Bridge.
The office is easily accessible by public transport. Central Station is about a 9 minute walk via Creek Street and Queen Street. If you are travelling by ferry, Riverside ferry terminal is a 3 minute walk along the City Reach Boardwalk. Several Translink bus stops are right outside on Eagle Street and Queen Street.
If you are driving, Secure Parking operates a car park at 167 Eagle Street, and Wilson Parking is available at the Riverside Centre, 123 Eagle Street.
In addition to our Brisbane office, our family lawyers in Gold Coast also meet with clients.