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Family Lawyers In Canberra
We Have Listed The Top 10 Family Lawyers In Canberra To Help You Choose The Best Family Lawyer For Your Needs.

Farrar Gesini Dunn
Farrar Gesini Dunn (FGD) has been in business for more than 25 years, practising in the areas of family law, wills and estates, conveyancing and accounting.
We have many of ACT’s best family & wills lawyers and support our clients in resolving matters out of court whenever possible. Our Canberra family lawyers are experts in divorce, property, financial agreements, children’s matters and international family law cases.
We pride ourselves on providing excellent and tailored advice to each of our clients. We do not adopt a one size fits all approach. We understand that going through a separation is daunting and difficult. We take time to listen to your needs and advise you about all of your options and help you to work out which process is most suitable for your circumstances. While we keep matters out of court wherever possible, when we do need to go to Court we are specialist advocates and provide strong representation.
For more information about Farrar Gesini Dunn (FGD) please visit our website or give us a call to arrange an appointment.
Address: Level 1, 10 Rudd Street Canberra ACT 2601
Phone: 02 6115 9000
Contact – Farrar Gesini Dunn

Keypoint Law
Keypoint Law is a national law firm with over 70 partner-level lawyers, based across Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide.
Whatever the circumstances, relationship breakdown is never easy and always stressful. The right advice can make a world of difference, and maximise the opportunity of achieving the best possible outcome.
At a difficult time, calm, clear and understanding advice is essential. Our firm’s family law practice is well placed to represent your interests and to tailor solutions for your circumstances.
Kerry White is a Consulting Principal in Keypoint Law’s family law team. She has over 20 years of experience as a family-law solicitor, providing private clients with out-of-court and litigated solutions. She is an Accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP) and, a Nationally Accredited Mediator.
Kerry mainly covers family law matters across Canberra, Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, and can assist with matters in other jurisdictions. Contact Kerry today for an obligation-free initial consultation.
A recent testimonial provided by one of Kerry’s clients:
“Kerry White’s expertise, guidance and support went above and beyond the call of duty. Highly recommended.”
Phone: 02 6188 5400
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.keypointlaw.com.au/lawyers/kerry-white/
Contact – Keypoint Law

GPG Lawyers
GPG Lawyers provide high quality professional legal services in all aspects of Family Law, Wills and Estates. We also provide services in the areas of family violence, conveyancing, employment law, traffic offences and criminal matters.
Our family law services include post-separation parenting and property matters, surrogacy and binding financial agreements (which most people know as ‘pre-nups’ even though they can be agreed at any stage of a relationship).
Each of our lawyers bring their individual experiences in both the public and private sectors to provide quality, efficient and accurate legal advice following the breakdown of a relationship or the loss of a loved one.
We understand that people are looking for practical and workable solutions when navigating their legal matter and not every legal problem requires or should be put to lengthy and costly court litigation. We pride ourselves on giving realistic, clear and tailored advice. Our focus is always on the client, their circumstances and their story and we bring care, skill and attention to every matter. We focus on the big picture while not missing the finer details.
We love when matters settle out of court so that parties can move on with their lives, but we also don’t shy away from the court room and will advocate strongly and confidently for our clients when litigation is necessary.
We are connected with accountants, financial planners, superannuation experts and psychologists in the wider professional community who often play a vital role in family and estate law and can provide our clients with referrals to these important advisers to ensure they can make informed decisions every step of the way.
We’re here to help.
Book online www.gpglawyers.com.au
Phone (02) 6185 7007
Contact – GPG Lawyers

Watts McCray Lawyers
As a specialist and leading provider of Family Law services in Australia, we understand Family Law and the way the various Courts function. Our Family Lawyers, many of whom are Accredited Specialists, are well placed to provide clients with the best possible representation in all manner of Family Law cases.
We aim to help you understand and feel more in control of your changing situation in a caring and supportive environment. That’s why we place so much emphasis on communication. As a Watts McCray client, you always have access to a Family Law Specialist who has the ability to discuss any matter of concern with you.
- Reputation – Our strong reputation for settling disputes without the need for a court hearing, whilst providing efficient and effective court representation when required.
- Experience – Our team of Lawyers having sound knowledge and experience in their respective fields, particularly Collaborative Law and other Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) methods.
- Specialization – Our specialisation in Family Law, complemented by expertise in Commercial, Corporate, Property and Estate Law, allows us to assist and advise in these and associated areas of legal practice with confidence.
Watts McCray Lawyers is recognised as one of Australia’s leading specialist law firms. For over 30 years, our legal teams have offered commercial, conveyancing, wills and estate planning and family law services to our clients.
Originally with one office located in Parramatta, Watts McCray Lawyers has now grown to include seven offices across the Sydney, ACT, and Central Coast markets, including our newest office at Norwest Business Park. With ten Directors/Partners supported by a team of highly experienced solicitors, Watts McCray continues to be very highly regarded by clients, the Judiciary and the marketplace overall.
Contact – Watts McCray Lawyers

Virage Legal Family Lawyers
Our family lawyers have the skills and the expertise to assist you in any financial or parenting matters.
Family law is not about winning or losing. This does not mean we will not pursue the best possible outcome for you. The key thing is realistic advice and workable solutions that save you money, time and, most importantly, sanity. We will provide you with such advice at every stage of your matter.
We will negotiate the best possible outcome for you and we will not back out until we achieve a fair result. If our negotiations result in an agreement with the other party, we will prepare all the necessary documents to formally resolve your matter on a final basis out of court.
In most cases, we will use every possible means to keep you out of court and help you reach an agreement with the other party. If your matter cannot be resolved amicably, we will go to court with you.
We believe we have the energy, knowledge and expertise to assist you to work out reasonable and cost-effective solutions to your family law problems.
We respect tradition, but we are not afraid to challenge convention – we have adopted fixed-fee pricing across all our services, to ensure your peace of mind.
We are most approachable, but do not mistake our friendliness for weakness. We are obstinate in pursuing workable solutions for our clients.
Contact – Virage Legal Family Lawyers

Hijazi Curran Cameron Lawyers
Whether you have a difficult family law case, need help buying your first home, or want to buy or sell a business, our team has the knowledge and expertise to get the job done. At Hijazi Curran Cameron Lawyers, we pride ourselves on achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients and you can be confident that your legal matter is in safe hands.
We work with clients in the ACT and the surrounding region in matters such as buying & selling property, divorce, child support, wills & estates and commercial agreements.
Hijazi Curran Cameron Lawyers is a specialist family and commercial law firm providing quality legal services to the Canberra and surrounding regional community. Our highly experienced legal team are committed to finding the right solutions to your legal problems.
Whether you are going through a difficult relationship breakdown or buying your first home, our team has the knowledge and expertise to get the job done for you. At Hijazi Curran Cameron Lawyers, we pride ourselves on achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients and you can be confident that your legal matter is in safe hands.
Our exceptional team of lawyers are waiting to hear from you to help you deal with your legal needs efficiently.
Contact – Hijazi Curran Cameron Lawyers

Smyth Family Law
Bernadette Smyth, Berni, is the principal lawyer at Smyth Family Lawyers, a seasoned expert with over 20 years of dedicated experience in family law. She understands the court processes and the law in this area. But Berni is more than just a legal practitioner; she is your trusted companion on the journey to a more harmonious resolution during challenging times.
Berni Smyth is renowned for her expertise in family law. She is an Accredited Family Law Specialist, a registered mediator and an independent Children’s lawyer. She has been recognised by Doyles Guide to Lawyers in 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023 as a parenting lawyer and mediator. Berni brings a unique blend of legal proficiency and compassionate understanding to every case she handles.
Berni’s passion is working with parties to find a peaceful resolution through mediation. Litigation can be expensive, prolonged and uncertain. Mediation can provide way forward with certainty, cost efficiently and without being bogged down in acrimonious litigation.
Berni has offices in Canberra, Sydney and Martin Place. Contact her on 0412 471 303 or by email to [email protected] More information can be found on her website https://smythfamilylaw.com.au/.
Contact – Smyth Family Lawyers

Legal Aid ACT
The Legal Aid Commission (ACT) is an independent statutory authority established under the Legal Aid Act 1977. The Commission’s function is to provide legal assistance in the Australian Capital Territory. Legal assistance includes legal information and advice, duty lawyer services, and grants of financial assistance.
The Commission provides these services under the name Legal Aid ACT.
Our services are free of charge, except for grants of financial assistance which are means-tested and may be subject to payment of a contribution. We are funded by the Commonwealth and ACT governments, but carry out our functions independent of government.
The Commission’s Mission is to promote a just society in the Australian Capital Territory by:
- ensuring that vulnerable and disadvantaged people receive the legal services they need to assert or defend their rights;
- developing an improved community understanding of the law; and
- seeking reform of laws that adversely affect those we assist.
We achieve this purpose by delivering a range of high quality legal aid services through our staff and professional partners in a caring manner that respects diversity and promotes confidence in the legal system.
Our Vision is to be a leader in the delivery of legal aid, recognised for the excellence of our services and for the caring, responsive and professional manner in which they are provided.
Contact – Legal Aid ACT
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