Family Law and Divorce

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Who we are

We’re an award-winning law firm with a team of specialist family lawyers who help professionals and high net worth individuals through divorce, division of assets (property settlement), and child custody matters.

We can provide you with advice from a Law Society Accredited Specialist.

Our firm has a history of providing legal advice which dates to 1924. Over that time, we have run many thousands of court matters and there isn’t much that we haven’t seen or done before.

We have expertise in collaborative law, mediation, and family dispute resolution, should you wish to settle your matter amicably, however we have a team of fierce family law litigators who excel at achieving exceptional court outcomes, should it be required.

Our family lawyers are backed by a team of commercial law and property law specialists, meaning that unlike many family law firms, we are well equipped to deal with the division of your property or business assets.

Our commitment to our clients

  • You will receive personalised, specialist advice.

  • We will commit to returning your calls in a timely manner.

  • We will draw upon the lessons learned throughout our firm’s 100-year history to deliver the best possible outcome for you and your circumstances.

  • We will listen to your needs, act as a trusted legal advisor, and guide you through the family law process.

Who we work with:

  • We work with professionals, business owners, and high net worth individuals.

  • We work with a limited number of clients so that we are able to go above and beyond a standard divorce service by deeply understanding your circumstances, understanding and respecting your time in the family law process, and providing you with real, commercially astute advice in order to give you support and security throughout the family law process.

Family Law Matters We Help With

As we are family law specialists, there is nothing that we haven’t seen or done before. We have deep expertise in all areas of family law, including:

> Divorce or separation

> Mediation

> Division of assets (property/financial settlement)

> Child custody

> Spousal support & maintenance

> Pre-nuptial agreements (binding financial agreements)

> Same Sex Family Law

Our family lawyers are also backed by a team of specialist property and business lawyers, meaning that we not only have deep expertise in family law, but we also properly understand the intricacies of dividing a property or business portfolio. We draw upon a vast pool of legal expertise and apply it to your personal circumstances to achieve the best result.

Divorce or Separation

Divorce or Separation

Whether you need strategic legal representation or simply a guiding hand through the process, our experienced divorce...

Mediation & Dispute Resolution

Mediation & Dispute Resolution

As family law and mediation experts, we provide support to guide you through the mediation process.

Division of Assets

Division of Assets

Division of assets involves distributing property, finances, and belongings between separated or divorced partners

Child Custody

Child Custody

Establish clear care arrangements and decision-making responsibilities for your children with professional legal guidance.

Spousal Support & Maintenance

Spousal Support & Maintenance

Spousal maintenance is financial support provided by one former partner to the other, ensuring fair financial assista...

Prenuptial Agreements (Binding Financial Agreement)

Prenuptial Agreements (Binding Financial Agreement)

Prenup lawyers help create a legally binding agreement that outlines the division of finances and property if the relationship ends.

Same Sex Family Law

Same Sex Family Law

Navigating family law as part of the LGBTIQ+ community requires bespoke legal support. At Thornton + King, we special...

Family Law

Family Law

Dedicated family law solicitors providing comprehensive legal advice on family issues.

JustFund

Flexible Way to Fund Your Family Law Matter

We understand that when you’re navigating a separation or relationship property matter, the financial strain can sometimes stand in the way of getting the legal support you need. That’s why we’ve partnered with JustFund - Australia’s only dedicated provider of flexible funding solutions for family law legal fees.

Through this partnership, eligible clients can access a flexible line of credit to cover legal fees and expenses related to separation or relationship property proceedings. You don't have to repay the loan until you reach a settlement, which we hope reduces the stress associated with paying costs upfront. Contact us for more information, or visit JustFund.com.au

Family Law and Divorce

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What our customers say

The best! Amanda and Andy were a wonderful source of professional advice from start to finish regarding the sale of my property. Super responsive and proactively managed every step of the process, which was so important as this was my first property sale. My estate agent also commented on how efficiently the contract for sale was provided, along with Amanda and Andy's responsiven...

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3 months ago

Alan was amazing! He guided us through buying our first property with such care and expertise. He knew exactly what requests and changes to make in the contracts to best protect and benefit us. We couldn’t recommend him highly enough!

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3 months ago

I had an excellent experience with Alan and Pamela during my recent property purchase. They were always available to answer questions, very clear in their communication, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. Their professionalism and attention to detail made everything smooth and stress-free. I’d highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and friendly so...

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4 months ago

My recent down-sizing involves the selling of a property and the buying of a new one at the same time. The whole process was a smooth and pleasant one, thanks to the help of Thornton + King Law Services. In particular I wish to thank Amanda Chik, my Solicitor for her detailed explanations of the contracts, and Andy Habib, the Conveyancing Manager, for his prompt and professional ...

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5 months ago

I wanted to express my sincere gratitude for all the hard work, time, and expertise that Amanda and her team put into our property settlement. Their attention to detail, clear communication, and persistence made what could have been a stressful process so much smoother and less daunting for us. We truly appreciate the extra effort you went to on our behalf — it didn’t go unnotic...

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6 months ago

I cannot thank Sarah Newman, and Andy, at Thornton and King enough for their incredible support over the past six months. The settlement of my property was long, drawn-out, and at times quite tedious—but throughout the entire process, they were consistently professional, prompt, and reassuring. Sarah and Andy were always available to answer my questions, explain things clearly, a...

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