Top 10 ranked
Best Family & Divorce Law Firms in Queensland
The top 10 law firms ranked by client ratings and reviews.
Firms are ranked by their Google rating, weighted by how many reviews they have. Nobody can pay for a higher position. See the full directory for every firm in this area.
Family and divorce lawyers guide you through separation, parenting arrangements and property settlements. They aim to resolve matters constructively, but will represent you firmly in court when agreement cannot be reached.
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- 1Empire Legal★5.0(1770)
Empire Legal helps everyday Queenslanders buy and sell homes, businesses and property. Most of its work is conveyancing, the legal side of moving property from…
📍 Spring Hill, QLDWills, Estates & ProbateFamily & Divorce LawProperty & Conveyancing - 2Empire Legal★5.0(685)
Empire Legal helps everyday Queenslanders buy and sell homes and business properties. Its team of solicitors and conveyancers handles contracts, searches and…
📍 Manly, QLDWills, Estates & ProbateBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & Conveyancing - 3CLO Lawyers★5.0(558)
CLO Lawyers helps people and businesses in Toowoomba, Queensland, through family breakdowns, wills and estates, property purchases and sales, and business…
📍 Toowoomba City, QLDWills, Estates & ProbateBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & Conveyancing - 4Aria Lawyers★5.0(206)
Aria Lawyers helps families with family law and criminal law matters, and it also handles immigration work. The Brisbane team is led by principal solicitor…
📍 Bowen Hills, QLDImmigration LawFamily & Divorce LawCriminal Law - 5Wallace Law Group★5.0(171)
Wallace Law Group helps people on the Gold Coast with family law, property and conveyancing, and disputes that may end up in court. The firm says it does only…
📍 Bundall, QLDFamily & Divorce LawProperty & Conveyancing - 6MobbsMarr Legal★5.0(149)
MobbsMarr Legal helps individuals, families and small businesses in north Queensland with wills and estates, family law, conveyancing, business law and…
📍 North Ward, QLDWills, Estates & ProbateBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & Conveyancing - 7Sarinas Legal★5.0(122)
Sarinas Legal helps people and businesses in Townsville with family law, injury claims, wills and estates, property and business matters. The firm also handles…
📍 Townsville City, QLDEmployment & Workplace LawPersonal Injury & CompensationWills, Estates & ProbateBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & Conveyancing - 8HTW Legal Group★5.0(108)
HTW Legal Group is a boutique law firm on the Gold Coast. It helps people and businesses with property, commercial and migration matters, as well as wills and…
📍 Southport, QLDWills, Estates & ProbateImmigration LawBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & Conveyancing - 9Atlas Lawyers★5.0(106)
Atlas Lawyers helps people and businesses on the Gold Coast and beyond with property and conveyancing, migration, commercial, family, personal injury, and…
📍 Southport, QLDPersonal Injury & CompensationWills, Estates & ProbateImmigration LawBusiness & Commercial LawFamily & Divorce LawProperty & Conveyancing - 10Melrose Keys Lawyers★5.0(106)
Melrose Keys Lawyers helps families in Brisbane's west with separation, divorce and estate matters. The firm's services include property settlement, child…
📍 Kenmore, QLDWills, Estates & ProbateFamily & Divorce Law
How we rank these firms
This ranking is based on real client feedback, not paid placement. We combine each firm's average client rating with the number of reviews it has received, so a firm with a single five-star review does not outrank an established practice with a long, consistent track record.
Ratings and review counts are sourced from public Google reviews and refreshed regularly. Because new reviews come in over time, the order of family & divorce law firms can change as client feedback accumulates.
A high rating is a useful starting point, but it is not a substitute for your own research. We recommend contacting two or three firms, asking about their experience with matters like yours, and confirming fees before making a decision.
Family & Divorce Law FAQs in Queensland
How is property divided after a separation in Australia?
There is no automatic 50/50 split. The court considers each party's contributions, future needs and what is just and equitable in the circumstances. A family lawyer can give you a realistic range based on your situation.
Do we have to go to court to sort out parenting?
No. Most families reach agreement through negotiation or mediation and formalise it with consent orders or a parenting plan. Court is generally a last resort when agreement cannot be reached or there are safety concerns.
How long do I have to wait to get divorced?
You must be separated for at least 12 months before applying for a divorce. Property and parenting matters can be resolved before or after the divorce itself and are handled separately.
How do I choose the right law firm in Queensland?
Look for a firm with genuine experience in your specific type of matter, clear and upfront pricing, and strong client reviews. Most firms offer an initial consultation, which is a good chance to ask about their approach and likely costs.
Should I get a free initial consultation?
Many firms offer a free or low-cost first appointment. Use it to explain your situation, understand your options and get a sense of fees before committing. It is also a useful way to compare a few firms.
Are the firms on this directory verified?
Listings are compiled from publicly available information and, where available, show client ratings drawn from Google reviews. Always confirm a firm's current details and credentials directly before engaging them.