3 Best Family Lawyers in Canberra ACT

Expert recommended Top 3 Family Lawyers in Canberra ACT. All of our family lawyers face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes everything from checking reviews, ratings, reputation, history, complaints, satisfaction, trust and cost to the general excellence. Deadset the best!

7+ YEARS IN TBR
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RAMYA BALACHANDREN

FARRAR GESINI DUNN
Level 1, 10 Rudd Street,
Canberra ACT 2601 Directions

Since 2016

Specialty:

Child and Family Specialist Mediation Collaborative Law Child Inclusive Practice Domestic Violence Lawyers Superannuation Settle By Sunday Separation Divorce Lawyers De Facto Relationships Same-sex Relationships Lgbtiq Legal Service Property Settlement Financial Settlement Agreements Consent Orders for Property Cryptocurrency and Family Law Spousal Maintenance Surrogacy Adoption Child Custody Parenting Orders Child Support Binding Financial Agreements Alternative Dispute Resolution International Family Law Family Law Arbitration Family Law Litigation Family Lawyers Free Information

Ramya Balachandren is a Director at Farrar Gesini Dunn (FGD). She has practised exclusively in family law since her admission and is passionate about the intricacies and challenges of this area of law. Ramya is particularly focused on achieving outcomes for clients outside of the Court through effective negotiation. She is also a skilled advocate with strong experience in litigated matters. Farrar Gesini Dunn has been in business for 28 years, practising in family law, wills and estates, conveyancing, and accounting from offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, and Coffs Harbour. The firm is committed to alternative dispute resolution and pioneered Collaborative Law in Australia.

2025 Update: They have many of ACT’s best family & wills lawyers and support their clients in resolving matters out of court whenever possible.

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License ABN 44 075 255 006

Contact:

0261 159 000

Mon-Fri: 8:30am - 5pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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Neilan Stramandinoli Family Law
Neilan Stramandinoli Family Law
Neilan Stramandinoli Family Law
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NEILAN STRAMANDINOLI FAMILY LAW

Suite 1, Ground Floor, 5 Farrell Place,
Canberra ACT 2601 Directions

Since 2017

Specialty:

Dispute Resolution Options Amicable Separation Mediation Negotiation Collaborative Law Family Dispute Resolution Arbitration Expand Icon Advice Consent Orders Parenting Plans Parenting Arrangements Relocation Complex Matters Involving Risk Issues High Conflict Matters Collaborative Practice Child Inclusive Practice Child Support Binding Child Support Agreements Limited Child Support Agreements Relationships Married De Facto Lgbtqia+ Spouse/Partner Support

Neilan Stramandinoli Family Law has a combined experience of more than 30 years working exclusively in family law. The lawyers have a proven track record and strong expertise in guiding clients through complex property settlement matters involving companies, trusts, and business structures. They assist clients in intricate property negotiations and court proceedings, including cases where one or both parties have received inheritances or introduced significant assets during the relationship. The firm also has extensive experience handling matters involving family or domestic violence allegations and proceedings in the Magistrates Court, Local Courts, or Family Law Court. Neilan Stramandinoli Family Law offers fixed-fee appointments for clients.

2025 Update: Neilan Stramandinoli Family Law has been recognised in the Doyles Family Law rankings from 2017 to 2025 and is a registered member of the Family Law Section, the Law Council of Australia, and the ACT Law Society.

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License ABN 46 616 840 914

Contact:

0261 520 493

Mon-Fri: 9am - 5pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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Alliance Family Law
Alliance Family Law
Alliance Family Law
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ALLIANCE FAMILY LAW

15 Tench Street, Jaga Offices Kingston, Kingston,
Canberra ACT 2604 Directions

Since 2013

Specialty:

Legal Separation Child Support Pre-Nup/BFA Children and Parenting Orders Divorce Child Custody Parent's Rights Property Settlements and Family Court

Alliance Family Law is a well-established, highly qualified firm of family law specialists based in Canberra. Their goal is to provide comprehensive services to help you manage your family law matter. The firm specialises in collaborative settlements and can prepare clients for, and attend, mediation. Alliance Family Law can assist with legal separation, divorce, parenting agreements, property settlements, mediation, binding financial agreements, child support arrangements, domestic and family violence matters, and a wide range of other services. They ensure clients are involved in every step of their matter, providing balanced advice to support well-informed decisions. The firm works closely with a network of professionals, including auditors, actuaries, accountants, investigators, psychologists, and counsellors, to provide complete support. Alliance also provides detailed estimates of fixed costs for many services based on individual circumstances and offers practical guidance to help organise divorces efficiently and fairly. Alliance offers a smartphone app called Penda, which provides financial tips, legal information, and referrals for women who have experienced domestic and family violence. New clients are offered a free initial conference.

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License ABN 71 489 011 924

Price:

Family lawyers per hour(excl. GST)
From $450
To $600
Paralegal(excl. GST) $200
Law Clerk(excl. GST) $180
Law Graduate(excl. GST) $300

Contact:

02 6223 2400

Mon-Fri: 9am - 5pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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