Family Lawyers
Brisbane
We have lawyers and offices in Brisbane and we can meet with you in person, or online so we can help you no matter where you live.
Where to find us
Corporate House,
Building 6/2404 Logan Rd,
Eight Mile Plains QLD 4113
Office hours
Monday to Friday
9am – 5pm
Get our expert team in your corner
Contact our team for a free consultation and we’ll start to guide you through the process.
Carolyn Devries
CEO and Principal Lawyer
Ryan Cropper
Managing Lawyer
Experienced Family Lawyers Supporting Brisbane and South East Queensland Families
At New Way Lawyers, our Brisbane family lawyers provide clear, practical and compassionate legal advice to individuals and families navigating separation and family law matters across South East Queensland. We assist clients dealing with parenting arrangements, property division, divorce, financial disputes and family violence matters with a focus on achieving workable and lasting outcomes.
We understand that family law issues often involve uncertainty and significant life change. Our role is to provide structured legal guidance, explain your options clearly and help you make informed decisions at every stage of the process.
Through our secure online service model, we support clients throughout Brisbane and surrounding regions with flexible access to experienced family lawyers wherever you are located.
Family Lawyers Assisting Clients Across Brisbane and South East Queensland
Our Brisbane family lawyers regularly assist clients across Brisbane and the wider South East Queensland region, including surrounding growth corridors and regional centres where families often require support across different jurisdictions and service locations.
We provide advice and representation in all areas of family law, including:
- Divorce and separation
- Parenting arrangements and custody disputes
- Property settlements and asset division
- Financial agreements and spousal maintenance
- Family and domestic violence matters
- Child support arrangements and disputes
- Mediation and dispute resolution
- De facto relationship breakdowns
- Interstate and cross-jurisdictional family law matters
- Complex parenting matters involving relocation or risk concerns
We act for clients in both amicable matters resolved through negotiation and mediation, as well as highly contested disputes requiring formal court intervention.
Our focus is always on identifying the most practical pathway forward based on your individual circumstances, priorities and risks.
Practical Family Law Support for Brisbane Families
Family law matters in Brisbane often involve a combination of legal, financial and parenting considerations that need to be carefully managed together.
Our team takes a structured and solutions-focused approach to help you move through the process efficiently and with clarity.
We prioritise early resolution where possible, including negotiation and mediation, while ensuring you are fully prepared and supported if court proceedings become necessary.
Our Brisbane family lawyers place strong emphasis on clear communication, realistic advice and steady guidance throughout your matter so you always understand where things stand and what comes next.
We support clients across Brisbane and South East Queensland through secure digital communication and remote appointments, making legal advice accessible regardless of location or circumstances.
Helping Brisbane Families Move Forward with Confidence
We recognise that separation and family law disputes can be emotionally complex and often involve important decisions about children, property and long-term financial security.
Our Brisbane family lawyers take the time to understand your situation and tailor advice to your goals. We focus on reducing uncertainty, managing conflict where possible and supporting you in reaching outcomes that are practical and sustainable.
Whether your matter involves parenting arrangements, property settlement negotiations, divorce or urgent family violence issues, our team is here to provide steady, experienced legal support.
Happy clients
Can you believe this day has finally arrived?! I couldn’t let it pass without thanking you sincerely Andrew for bringing this matter to an end, when at times it wasn’t going anywhere and I simply lost sight of the finish line.
GG
I can’t thank you enough for your advice (and at such a reasonable cost)!
TG
I want to thank you for the way you have managed things for me. I came to you distressed and I found the right person to manage my case. I needed an educated and savvy lawyer with a calm disposition and that is what I got. Your ability to keep me calm but to still be able to strongly advocate for me has been exceptional. We have been largely successful in protecting the children and keeping them out of ‘grown up business’ and that is a huge relief. I think it was the last letter you wrote that shifted the dynamics. Thank you for being a kind and moral man who can assert the law so very well! I truly believe that you and the company you work for, are making a difference. I have had nothing but positive experiences, from my initial phone call, admin staff, students and you! I am regularly working with women in very difficult circumstances and I will not hesitate to refer to New Way Lawyers for legal advice and representation.
CS
I could not have gotten through this year without New Way Lawyers. After one consultation with Ryan I knew that he and the staff there know everything there is to know about family law. I highly recommend them.
They have supported me and helped me put things in place so that I can be the best version of myself and the best mum I can be.
RB
Thank you all so much for your continued guidance and support. We couldn’t recommend your firm or yourselves as people enough.
MT
Thank you so very much for all your help with my divorce. You were brilliant and really helped move things forward to finalise these orders. I really appreciate all your help with everything. You made what is a very stressful process a whole lot easier. Thank you so much.
PR
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Experience the New Way difference
People focused
We centre everything we do on the people we walk alongside, valuing their stories, creating space for their needs, and offering hope and a clear path forward.
Excellent
We practice exclusively in family law. We pursue the highest standards in all we do, drawing on deep expertise, partnering with the best, and refusing to settle for anything less than truly excellent outcomes.
Caring
We engage our heart in our work, as much as our head. We always respond to every situation with empathy, stepping in with compassion – especially when situations are difficult – to deliver truly holistic outcomes.
Accessible
We break down barriers to legal help by sharing our knowledge freely and creating inclusive, welcoming pathways for people to connect with us, no matter their circumstances.
Innovative
We dream boldly, lead with creativity, and set the standards and trends that inspire others to follow and reimagine the future.
Agile
We respond flexibly and thoughtfully to change, balancing innovation and tradition, technology and human connection, to achieve the best outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, You will find our office at Building 6/2404 Logan Rd, Eight Mile Plains. There is free onsite parking. With easy access via the Logan Road off-ramp to the M1 and close proximity to the Gateway Motorway, this central location provides convenient access from Brisbane CBD, Ipswich, Logan, North and South Brisbane, as well as the Gold Coast.
We assist clients across Brisbane and South East Queensland, including surrounding regions where families often require support across multiple locations or service areas. We also regularly assist clients with interstate or cross-jurisdictional family law matters.
Family law cases in our region are generally heard in the Brisbane Registry of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, located at 119 North Quay, Brisbane. Our lawyers regularly assist clients with matters filed in this jurisdiction and provide guidance throughout the court process.
Most court appearances now occur online via Microsoft Teams or Web-ex so in person court appearances are rare. For more complex matters or trials, you may need to attend the North Quay registry in person. We will keep you updated on how your hearing will proceed and make sure you feel fully prepared and supported throughout the process.
Yes. We provide full online family law services, including secure video conferencing, telephone advice and electronic document signing. This allows most matters to progress efficiently without the need for in-person attendance.
Yes. We regularly assist clients in resolving matters through negotiation and mediation where appropriate. This approach can often reduce conflict, cost and delay while achieving practical long-term outcomes.
Yes. We frequently assist clients in connecting with counselling services, Family Relationship Centres and community support organisations throughout Brisbane and South East Queensland where additional support may be beneficial.