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- APAC Business Awards 2025 (Family Law Firm of the Year – Australia)
- Inside Family Law Awards
- 3 Best Family Lawyers in Melbourne, VIC
- Family Law Firm of the Year 2025
Melbourne Family Lawyers is the winner of multiple prestigious honours, including the APAC Business Awards 2025 (Family Law Firm of the Year – Australia)and the Inside Family Law Awards. We have also been recognised as one of the Top 3 Best Family Lawyers in Melbourne, VIC and Family Law Firm of the Year 2025 by ThreeBestRated.
To us, these awards are a nice nod to the work we do every day: supporting people through family law matters with clear advice and genuine care.
We help clients across Melbourne and the wider metropolitan region of Victoria by making the entire process feel more manageable and less overwhelming. With a 4.9 out of 5-star rating on Google reviews, we can confidently claim that we have made our mark as one of Melbourne’s trusted family law firms.
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- Specialised expertise: We specialise in family law matters. Unlike generalists, our entire team has dedicated their careers to understanding the nuances and complexities of family law. You can be confident in the knowledge that whatever your matter involves, chances are we have successfully handled a similar one many times before.
- Client-first approach: Consistently receiving high praise and positive feedback from our clients is a testament to how seriously we strive to exceed expectations. We take pride in being dedicated to clients’ needs and goals, providing the highest level of customer service and satisfaction at every touchpoint.
- Proven track record: We have more than three and a half decades of experience representing clients with success. We are connected to a formidable network of law firms that serve the entire east coast of Australia. And because of this, you can rest assured that we have all the resources to support you every step of the way.
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Our Family Lawyers
Our lawyers have vast experience in Family Law. Whether your case involves a 50 million dollar business or a suburban house, a relocation with children to Preston or Paris, or a Divorce Application in Melbourne or Mumbai, rest assured that we know how to deal with it in the best possible way and obtain the best possible result for you.
Hayder Shkara
Director and Practice Manager
Family Law specialist and Principal known for expert advocacy, strong courtroom presence, and dedicated, client-focused guidance through complex legal proceedings.
Silvio Auditore
Founder
One of Australia’s first accredited family law specialists, Silvio is renowned for his expertise in Hague Convention and complex financial matters.
Alison Loach
Senior Associate
Alison is a Senior Associate at Melbourne Family Lawyers. Highly experienced with more than 35 years of experience, specialising in family law and expertise on domestic violence, divorce, and delicate international family law matters.
Giuseppe Rubino
Senior Associate
Experienced solicitor specializing in high-net-worth Family Law litigation, including disputes concerning medical/dental practices and property developments.
Stephanie Hope
Senior Associate
Stephanie is a family law specialist with over ten years of experience in property and parenting matters. She has been trusted and known for achieving favorable outcomes through skilled negotiation, mediation, and litigation.
Katherine Siotos
Solicitor
Katherine is a family law solicitor regarded by clients for her ability to turn complex matters into manageable cases. She is capable of delivering smart strategy and practical solutions with professional compassion and support.
- Top quality representation: Our team is headed by an Olympic athlete, who brings a unique perspective and determination to each case. Guided by competitive leadership, we are certain that we can provide the highest standard of representation through our advocacy.
- Optimal results: We believe in providing high value to our clients by offering personalised representation that will maximise the claim that you are seeking. Choose us and you will have peace of mind knowing that your legal team genuinely cares and is committed to achieving the best possible outcome for you and your family.
- Trustworthy: We are committed against common practices in the industry that can lead to dissatisfaction. We are always transparent about our fees, the legal process, and we don’t sugarcoat potential outcomes. You can expect to receive clear, honest and consistent communication, and that we will work efficiently to resolve your case.
Every step is explained to you.
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Contact our office and we will assess whether or not we can help. If yes, we will provide you with a more detailed quote so you know exactly what to expect.
Initial Consultation
Get all your questions answered with crystal clarity — including the ones you haven’t thought of asking yet but should. A detailed, 1-hour consultation with one of our family law experts is competitively priced at only $400.
Next Steps
Depending on your circumstances and the nuances of your matter, we can devise our recommended strategies and your next best steps to create the best possible outcome.
Melbourne Family Lawyers - Honest advice, guidance and representation
Melbourne Family Lawyers is an Australian Family Law Specialist Firm based in Melbourne.
The most common thing we hear from our clients is “I just want to move on.”
That is why we are dedicated to finalising your matter quickly and effectively.
Our Specialist Family Law Lawyers are accredited by the Law Institute of Victoria.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Need Legal Advice Even If I'm Only Thinking of Separation?
When it comes to separating, sometimes it is necessary for one party to move out.
The difficult decision in such circumstances may be deciding which person moves out and, if children are involved, which parent they should live with.
This is why we always recommend that you get advice early — even before you separate — so that you are armed with full knowledge of your legal rights.
We can guide you with pragmatic Family Law advice in making the right decisions for your future and that of your children.
What If My Partner and I Are Not Married?
The Family Law Act applies to everyone, whether you are in a legal marriage or a de facto relationship (including a same-sex relationship).
Everyone’s personal situation is different, and only a Family Lawyer can provide the expert advice that applies to your particular separation.
How Assets Are Divided?
How Much Will It Cost?
The cost for a child custody lawyer is approximately $350 – $500 per hour.
The final amount that you could pay for a non contentious matter could be approximately $5000.
For contentious matters, you could pay between $20,000-$30,000 depending on the complexity of the matter.
How Do We Get Started?
Organise a consultation on the phone or at our Melbourne or Dandenong office. We will advise you as to how much we estimate your matter will cost and the next action steps that we recommend.
You will then decide as to whether you would like to proceed with our services.
Melbourne Family Lawyers has been guiding people through separation since 1985
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