Business Details
17 Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Family Law Services in Australia
Established in 2009, New Way Lawyers is Australia's first non-profit law firm dedicated exclusively to family law. Our practice focuses on providing accessible, high-quality legal advice while prioritizing client care and emotional support. With over 10,000 clients assisted, we combine the personalized attention of a small firm with the efficiency of a large practice. Our team of specialist family lawyers offers expertise in parenting arrangements, financial settlements, domestic violence matters, and separation/divorce proceedings.Through our Client Care Program and free 'Lunch with a Lawyer' initiative, we provide ongoing support and education to help clients navigate complex legal processes. Our non-profit model eliminates profit-driven motives, ensuring our services remain affordable and client-centered. We maintain a strong commitment to equality, respect, and empowerment for all individuals regardless of their circumstances.
Services
Family Law
Domestic Violence
Child Custody
Child Support
Financial Settlements
Separation Divorce
Parenting Plans
Binding Agreements
Court Representation
Client Care Program
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We have helped over 10,000+ clients since 2009
- Our non-profit model ensures services are more accessible
- We offer a Client Care Program for ongoing support
- Our team practices exclusively in family law
- We provide free legal education through our Lunch with a Lawyer program
What people say
Calm and patient approach
Reasonable cost
Professionalism and prayers
Made process easier
Highly recommend
Services
Family Law
Our specialist family lawyers provide comprehensive legal guidance for relationship breakdowns. We handle complex matters including property division, parenting arrangements, and financial settlements while prioritizing emotional well-being. Clients receive personalized support through our non-profit model that eliminates profit-driven motives.
Domestic Violence
We offer urgent legal assistance for domestic violence cases including protection orders and court representation. Our team provides compassionate support while navigating urgent safety concerns. We handle applications for family violence orders and defend against false allegations with proven expertise.
Child Custody
Specialist child custody lawyers help establish parenting arrangements that prioritize children's well-being. We create legally binding parenting plans and represent clients in court matters. Our approach focuses on minimizing conflict while protecting parental rights and children's interests.
Child Support
We guide clients through child support calculations and agreements that ensure children's financial needs. Our services include drafting binding agreements and representing clients in disputes. We prioritize practical solutions that balance financial obligations with family needs.
Separation Divorce
Our team manages complete separation and divorce processes from initial paperwork to final orders. We handle procedural requirements while providing emotional support through our Client Care Program. Services include court representation and documentation preparation for streamlined legal proceedings.
People
Carolyn Devries
CEO and Principal Lawyer
Founder of Australia's first non-profit law firm with 15+ years in family law. Holds law and commerce degrees plus masters in human services. Recognized for innovation in legal services and community impact through the Lunch with a Lawyer program.
Molly Jayan
Special Counsel
Experienced family law practitioner with international background. Admitted in Victoria and Malaysia with mediation accreditation. Specializes in complex property settlements and cross-cultural cases, speaking multiple Asian languages to better serve diverse clients.
Ryan Cropper
Managing Lawyer
Dedicated family law specialist with focus on child protection matters. Holds law degree and legal practice diploma. Proven track record in high-conflict custody cases and protection order proceedings with compassionate client approach.
Angie Herranz
Client Care Chaplain
Experienced pastoral care professional providing emotional support to clients. Offers listening support and practical assistance through the firm's Client Care Program, combining legal and emotional support for holistic client care.
Joanne Auyeung
Managing Lawyer Corporate Services
Dual-qualified lawyer and accountant managing corporate operations. Oversees compliance, finance, and HR functions while maintaining legal practice credentials. Brings strategic perspective to the firm's non-profit operations and client service model.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We specialize in separation/divorce, child custody, financial settlements, domestic violence matters, and binding agreements with both legal and emotional support services.
Are your services affordable?
As Australia's first non-profit law firm, we remove profit motives to provide accessible legal services through fixed fees and cost-effective solutions.
Do you offer free legal advice?
Yes, our Lunch with a Lawyer program provides free weekly online family law consultations through our Facebook group.
How experienced is your team?
Our lawyers exclusively practice family law with combined experience handling 10,000+ cases since 2009 across all Australian jurisdictions.
What support programs exist?
We offer Client Care Program, free legal education sessions, care packages, and emotional support through our chaplain services for holistic client assistance.
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