Business Details
9 Years
experience
Your Trusted Family Law Specialists in Brisbane
Macpherson Family Law is a boutique specialist family law firm practising exclusively in family and divorce law. With four offices across Brisbane and North Lakes, we assist clients during challenging life transitions, prioritizing client outcomes over procedural complexity. Our approach combines legal expertise with emotional sensitivity, focusing on minimizing costs and conflict through practical advice and strategic guidance.With over 30 years of combined experience, including Don Macpherson's accreditation as a family law specialist since 1996, we provide tailored solutions for property settlements, parenting arrangements, mediation, and estate planning. Our reputation for integrity and client-centric service has earned consistent referrals from satisfied clients and professional peers, including accountants and financial planners.
Services
Property Settlement
Children Matters
Estate Planning
Separation and Divorce
Mediation Services
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We are accredited specialists with over 30 years of combined family law experience
- Our client-focused approach prioritizes practical outcomes over procedural complexity
- We provide cost-saving strategies and transparent fee structures
- We offer strategic guidance for complex property and parenting disputes
- We maintain strong professional networks for comprehensive client support
Associations and certifications
- Accredited Family Law Specialist
What people say
Stuck to his promise
Extremely helpful
Flexible to meet
Professional and knowledgeable
Outstanding service
Services
Property Settlement
We provide expert guidance on dividing property and financial assets during separation. Our approach focuses on achieving equitable outcomes while minimizing conflict and costs. We handle complex cases involving businesses, real estate, and high-value assets, ensuring compliance with family law requirements.
Mediation Services
Our accredited mediators facilitate constructive negotiations between parties to resolve family law disputes. We prioritize maintaining relationships while achieving practical solutions for property, parenting, and financial matters through structured mediation processes.
Estate Planning
We specialize in updating estate plans following separation to ensure assets are distributed according to client wishes. Our services include will preparation, power of attorney arrangements, and superannuation beneficiary reviews to protect clients' interests.
Separation and Divorce
We guide clients through the legal requirements of separation and divorce proceedings. Our services include preparing documentation, advising on financial obligations, and ensuring compliance with court procedures while prioritizing client well-being.
Children Matters
We provide comprehensive advice on parenting arrangements and child support matters. Our approach focuses on children's best interests while addressing complex issues like relocation, shared custody, and dispute resolution strategies.
People
Don Macpherson
Principal Lawyer
Accredited family law specialist with over 30 years' experience, previously heading a Queensland law firm's family law team. Recognized as one of Brisbane's premier family lawyers, he specializes in complex property disputes and mediation.
Lesa Macpherson
Marketing Director
Former childcare center director with expertise in early childhood education. Oversees digital marketing and social media operations while contributing to children's matters through her professional background.
Questions
What family law services do you specialize in?
We specialize in property settlements, parenting arrangements, mediation, estate planning, and separation/divorce proceedings.
How do you handle complex property disputes?
We employ strategic approaches for complex asset divisions, including business valuations, superannuation splits, and high-value property settlements.
Do you offer mediation services?
Yes, we provide accredited mediation services to resolve disputes amicably while maintaining relationships between parties.
How can you help with post-separation estate planning?
We update wills, power of attorney arrangements, and superannuation beneficiaries to reflect clients' current circumstances and wishes.
What makes your firm different from other family law practices?
Our client-focused approach combines legal expertise with practical advice, prioritizing outcomes over procedural complexity and maintaining transparent fee structures.
Are your legal fees transparent?
Yes, we provide clear cost estimates upfront and strive to maintain predictable pricing throughout your legal matter.
