Men's Legal Service is a not-for-profit law firm providing cost-effective and pragmatic legal services to men navigating family law issues in Australia. Their primary focus is on assisting fathers to remain involved in their children's lives after family law events.
The firm specializes in family law, particularly in areas such as parenting, property settlements, divorce, and domestic violence. They offer mediation services to help men resolve family law disputes through mutual agreement, avoiding lengthy and expensive court proceedings.
Although the exact office locations are not specified, Men's Legal Service operates in Australia, with a presence likely in multiple states, including Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Australian Capital Territory, Western Australia, and Northern Territory.
Men's Legal Service is uniquely focused on providing legal services to men, addressing the growing concern of unrepresented parents in family law matters. They take a non-judgmental and constructive approach to domestic violence issues, connecting clients with relevant community resources.
As a not-for-profit organization, Men's Legal Service offers heavily discounted fees, approximately 25-33% of the rate charged by for-profit law firms. There are no income or means-testing criteria for eligibility, making their services accessible to men seeking assistance with family law matters.
The firm provides a range of helpful resources, including a Men's Guide to
I’d recommend this firm with the utmost confidence. Having been through my own difficult journey regarding legal matters and experiencing their support first hand. I wouldn’t take the time to leave a review if it weren’t for my profound experience. When I first met my new legal team I was extremely emotional. Afraid of my future, desperate and feeling utterly hopeless. Over the course of my dealings I felt safer and reassured in my decision of appointing them. Nandhini and Usman were unequivocally an outstanding team, who I now hold dear in my heart. They nurtured me through an institution I was not well versed in. Gently guiding, encouraging, supporting and when needed a formidable force at the front lines of my best interests. All this not for their own profit but for a much higher purpose that they live by. Helping those in need. Nandhini has changed my cinema influenced prejudgment of what a lawyer is. She has the biggest heart and an unmatched knowledge in her professional field. Usman is a beautiful soul and breathtakingly talented at the intrinsic fine details of the legal system. I’d never go anywhere else. I respect these people and what they have created with men’s legal service. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. 🙏
I cannot thank Nan and Usman at Men’s Legal enough for their incredible support and expertise in reuniting me with my children through a recovery order. From the very start, they were understanding, professional, and completely committed to helping me achieve the best outcome. The legal advice was clear, and their knowledge of family law was exceptional. They guided me through every step of what could have been an overwhelming process, ensuring I felt informed and supported at all times. Their dedication to securing the recovery order and acting in the best interests of my children has made a life-changing difference for my family. Thank you for helping me bring my children home!
This morning I had a conversation with Adam Cudmore and I can’t express in words how grateful I am. He made a huge difference in the world today and gave me some insight and clarity that I so desperately needed. It wasn’t so much the advice and resources he offered me, it was his demeanour, his overall attitude and approach to this diabolical situation. At the time I called I was reeling, my world had just been flipped again after thinking it couldn’t possibly get any worse. He managed to calm me down, give me a new perspective and I truly believe for men like me, men like him ate far more valuable than any of the $600 an hour lawyers I’ve spoken to over the past week. Give the man a raise and make sure he receives my $20 tip please 🙏
I can’t speak highly enough of the firm and their staff. Nan was the Solicitor I mostly worked with, she felt like a parent figure giving helpful wise guidance and advice and what I perceived to be very important she believed in my situation. Her and Alina Rylko another one of their solicitors helped me in a very tricky situations and I must admit that their performance was was greatly appreciated and a massive help. They are both highly professional, confident, knowledgeable and their execution was well thought out and planned. They both had my best intentions in mind the whole time and in the end the results speak for themselves. They knew what they needed to achieve the best outcome and they gave it their all. They are both amazing achievers and easy to deal with.
These guys did miraculous work for me and my family at a time I was despairing over the state of my self represented family law case, and poor treatment over 2 years by the family court. Deb who was based in their NT office helped me in SA with my Canberra-based court case. She helped me tighten up my affidavits, advise me on contravention applications and impending trial... and crucially secured me a miracle working barrister for the trial. It was a short period before I got granted legal aid, but she played a crucial role. In an industry that to me seems like it's allowed itself to become corrupted by greed and cynicism, these folk shine as an exception to the rule, as far as I am concerned and from my experience. Keep up the great work Men's Legal Service, and thanks again Deb!
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