Business Details
16 Years
experience
Trusted Family Lawyers in Brisbane | Queensland Family Law Practice
Queensland Family Law Practice has been dedicated to supporting Brisbane families through complex legal challenges since 2010. Our team of experienced family lawyers specialises in divorce, parenting arrangements, property settlements, and domestic violence matters, providing clear guidance and strategic representation. With over 100 years of combined legal expertise, we prioritise client well-being by offering empathetic counsel, transparent cost structures, and flexible consultation options.Our commitment to plain-English communication ensures clients understand their rights and options throughout the legal process. We maintain offices in Kelvin Grove and Birtinya, with remote services available for interstate and international clients.
Services
Divorce Lawyers
Child Custody
Property Settlement
Domestic Violence
Wills & Estates
Mediation Services
Defacto Matters
Parenting Plans
Financial Agreements
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- Dedicated Brisbane family lawyers with 100+ years combined experience
- Personalised service prioritising emotional and legal needs
- Local offices in Kelvin Grove and Birtinya with free parking
- Transparent cost structures with weekly itemised invoices
- Award-winning team specialising in complex international cases
What people say
Efficient and Professional
Empathy and professionalism
Genuine compassion
Exceptional legal representation
Highly recommended
Services
Divorce Lawyers
Our divorce specialists guide clients through Australia's no-fault system, ensuring compliance with 12-month separation requirements. We handle court applications, financial settlements, and child custody arrangements while maintaining strict confidentiality. With expertise in interstate and international cases, we provide strategic representation for contested and uncontested divorces.
Child Custody
We create child-centred custody solutions focusing on minors' best interests. Our team drafts parenting plans, negotiates visitation rights, and represents clients in court proceedings. Specialising in high-conflict cases and international custody disputes, we ensure legal compliance with child welfare standards while protecting parental rights.
Property Settlement
Our experts manage equitable distribution of assets exceeding $1 million in complex cases. Services include property valuation, debt disclosure, and drafting binding financial agreements. We specialise in business asset protection, superannuation division, and trust structure negotiations for post-separation financial security.
Domestic Violence
We provide urgent legal protection for victims through domestic violence orders (DVOs). Our team handles emergency applications, court representation, and order modifications while maintaining strict client confidentiality. We also assist respondents facing false allegations with defence strategies and compliance guidance.
Mediation Services
Our accredited mediators facilitate constructive negotiations for family disputes. We specialise in property division, parenting plans, and post-divorce modifications using collaborative techniques to reduce court involvement. Sessions are conducted in person or via secure virtual platforms for client convenience.
People
Tracey McMillan
CEO & Director
Tracey McMillan, one of Australia's 15 accredited parental coordinators, leads our legal team with 20+ years of family law experience. A former barrister, she specialises in complex international cases and child custody matters while maintaining a client-focused approach.
Dash Paudyal
Managing Special Counsel
Dash Paudyal combines legal expertise with compassionate counsel for family law clients. With extensive experience in property settlements and parenting disputes, he focuses on achieving practical solutions while maintaining courtroom readiness for contested matters.
Shan Auliff
Senior Lawyer
Shan Auliff brings two decades of legal experience to family law matters, specialising in wills, estates, and complex litigation. Her pragmatic approach balances legal strategy with emotional support during high-stress family transitions.
Questions
What family law services do you specialise in?
We specialise in divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, property settlements, domestic violence protection orders, wills and estates, and mediation services for family disputes.
Do you handle interstate or international cases?
Yes, our team regularly represents clients across Australia and internationally, utilising secure electronic communication for remote legal representation.
What are your consultation options?
We offer in-person consultations at our Kelvin Grove or Birtinya offices, plus phone and virtual appointments with flexible scheduling options.
How do you handle urgent family law matters?
For urgent cases like domestic violence or child custody emergencies, we provide priority appointments and immediate court application assistance when required.
What payment options are available?
We provide transparent cost estimates with weekly itemised invoices. Payment plans may be available for extended legal representation.
Can you assist with self-represented litigants?
Yes, we offer guidance for self-represented clients through our step-in/step-out service, providing targeted legal advice as needed during court proceedings.
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