Expert Family Lawyers in Melbourne
Experienced Melbourne Family Lawyers Providing Practical Solutions for Families
At New Way Lawyers, our Melbourne family lawyers help individuals and families navigate separation, parenting disputes, property settlements and other family law matters with confidence and clarity. We understand that family law issues often involve significant personal, financial and emotional challenges, which is why we focus on delivering practical advice, strategic guidance and genuine support throughout the process.
Unlike many firms that operate exclusively online or in person, our Melbourne team offers both in-person appointments at our Heidelberg office and secure online consultations, giving you the flexibility to access experienced family law advice in the way that best suits your circumstances.
Whether you are seeking to resolve matters cooperatively through negotiation or require strong representation in complex court proceedings, our Melbourne family lawyers are committed to helping you achieve the best possible outcome for your future.
Where to find us
Regus Serviced Offices,
Level 1/486 Lower Heidelberg Rd,
Heidelberg VIC 3084
Office hours
Monday to Friday
9am – 5pm
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Take the first step towards peace of mind by contacting our team today. We offer a complimentary consultation where we’ll listen attentively to your concerns and start guiding you through the legal process with compassion and expertise. Trust us to provide the support and guidance you need during this challenging time.
Molly Jayan
Special Counsel (Melbourne)
Skilled Family Lawyers Serving Melbourne and Victoria
Our Melbourne family lawyers have extensive experience assisting clients across Melbourne and Victoria in all areas of family law. We regularly represent clients in matters before the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia and understand the legal, financial and practical issues that can arise during family law disputes.
We recognise that every family is different. Some clients wish to reach an agreement quickly and amicably, while others face complex parenting disputes, substantial asset pools or urgent court proceedings. Our role is to provide tailored legal advice and develop a strategy that aligns with your objectives.
Recent matters successfully resolved by our Melbourne family lawyers include:
- Achieving favourable property settlement outcomes involving complex family business structures, discretionary trusts and self-managed superannuation funds.
- Representing parents in parenting proceedings involving significant risk and child safety concerns.
- Successfully resolving property disputes involving third-party interests and complex trust and equitable ownership arguments.
- Obtaining orders varying existing parenting arrangements and securing sole parental responsibility for a parent where circumstances required.
Whether your matter is straightforward or highly complex, our focus remains on achieving practical, commercially sensible and family-focused outcomes that support long-term stability.
Family Law Services for Melbourne Families
Our Melbourne family lawyers provide comprehensive advice and representation across all aspects of family law.
Parenting & Child Custody Services Provided by New Way Lawyers
We assist parents with:
- Parenting arrangements following separation
- Parenting plans and consent ordersFamily dispute resolution and mediation
- Court proceedings relating to parenting disputes
- Relocation applications
- Recovery orders
- Hague Convention matters
- Contravention applications and appeals
Property Settlement and Financial Matters
Our team provides strategic advice on:
- Property and financial settlements
- Asset identification and disclosure
- Negotiated property settlements
- Consent Orders
- Binding Financial Agreements
- Superannuation splitting arrangements
- Spousal maintenance claims
- Enforcement proceedings and appeals
Child Support Matters
We assist with:
- Child support advice
- Limited Child Support
- Agreements
- Binding Child Support Agreements
- Child support negotiations and disputes
Family Violence and Intervention Orders
Our Melbourne family lawyers regularly assist clients with:
- Applications for Family Violence Intervention Orders
- Responding to intervention order applications
- Variations of existing orders
- Representation at interim and final hearings
Divorce and Separation Lawyers
We provide guidance on:
- Divorce applications
- Decree Nisi applications
- Post-separation legal arrangements
- Associated parenting and financial matters
- Making an application for divorce
- Making an application for a decree nisi
Trusted Family Law Support Across Melbourne
Family law matters rarely affect just one aspect of your life. They impact your family relationships, living arrangements, finances and future plans. Our Melbourne family lawyers understand these challenges and provide clear, practical advice designed to reduce uncertainty and help you make informed decisions.
We support clients throughout Melbourne, including Heidelberg, Ivanhoe, Rosanna, Eaglemont, the Melbourne CBD, Eastern Suburbs, Northern Suburbs, South Eastern Suburbs and regional Victoria.
By combining legal expertise with a genuine commitment to client care, we help individuals and families navigate family law matters with greater confidence and peace of mind.
Whether you prefer to meet in person at our Heidelberg office or via secure video conference, our team is here to support you every step of the way.
Happy clients
Thank you so much Andrew and Esther for your support and work at mediation the other day, and all the other work around it. I’m really happy with what was achieved and I think you did really well to get that last bit sorted out the way you did. I am so excited that this is all nearly over.
HR
I really appreciate your lunch with a lawyer, for a self represented litigant it is so helpful have a wonderful afternoon.
Thank you very much. You all are great and empathetic.
VR
Thank you Jennifer and the team for all your help and concern over the past eight months. Thank you so much.
MS
I can’t thank you enough for your advice (and at such a reasonable cost)!
TG
A massive thank you for all the care packages you have sent over the last 12 months. It really helped and make me feel that I am not alone. Once again, Thank you so Much!
MV
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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
Our Melbourne office is conveniently located at Level 1, 486 Lower Heidelberg Road, Heidelberg. The office is easily accessible for clients across Melbourne’s north-eastern suburbs and is close to Heidelberg Railway Station, local bus services and nearby parking facilities.
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Yes. Our Melbourne family lawyers offer both in-person and online appointments. Clients across Melbourne and regional Victoria can access legal advice and representation via secure video conferencing and telephone consultations. Most legal documents can also be reviewed and signed electronically, making it easier to progress your matter without unnecessary travel or disruption.
Most family law matters in Victoria are heard in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. The primary Melbourne registry is located at 305 William Street, Melbourne, although matters may also be managed through other Victorian registries. Our lawyers regularly assist clients throughout the Victorian court system and provide guidance through every stage of the process. We ensure you understand each stage of your matter, from initial filing through to interim hearings and final resolution, so you feel supported and informed at every step.
Most court appearances, such as mentions and interim hearings, are now held electronically via Microsoft Teams or Weblink. This can save you time, money and reduce stress. For some matters or trials, in-person attendance may be required. We always confirm your hearing format in advance and ensure you are prepared.
Yes. We regularly assist clients preparing for mediation and family dispute resolution conferences. Wherever appropriate, we aim to help clients resolve disputes outside the courtroom through negotiation and mediation, which can often reduce costs, minimise conflict and produce more sustainable outcomes.
Yes. We frequently assist clients in connecting with support services throughout Victoria, including Relationships Australia Victoria, The Orange Door and local counselling and support organisations. Accessing the right support services alongside legal advice can often assist families in navigating change more effectively.