We help our clients through their toughest times.

It is a privilege to assist clients navigate the family law process at what is often a difficult and distressing time for them.

Family Law Specialists in Sydney

Our philosophy is simple: clients come first. Our success has been built on our core principles and through the satisfaction of our clients. Our Family Law firm has the legal experience, broad network and essential infrastructure to handle all types of family law disputes with confidence. You can expect to receive professional, caring legal advice and representation for reasonable fees, with positive results.

We’re passionate about family law which is proven in the way we work together with our clients and other professionals within the industry. We will strongly defend our clients against any impropriety, and are courtroom advocates for the rights of our clients and any children at the centre of the dispute. We empower our clients with professional advice and confidence at a difficult and complex time in their lives.

Big firm experience. Small firm attitude.

  • We put clients first

    We approach every client with gratitude because our success (and existence) depends on them. Our approach is simple - we keep our clients at the centre of the entire process as it produces great results while minimising unnecessary emotional and financial stress.

  • We are passionate

    We are passionate about family law. We strive to go the extra mile to exceed expectations when it really counts. We truly care about our clients. Working with our firm is like having the VIP treatment, but as the standard service.

  • We focus on the right fit

    We believe that success in law is all about finding the right fit early in the process. Our initial legal consultation is mandatory for all clients because it helps determine the compatibility in terms of personality and expectations.

  • We work smarter

    We apply modern business rules and best-practices to help make the legal experience more efficient and affordable for our clients. Our processes, systems and policies are designed to help our firm work smarter within a traditional industry.

  • We get results

    Our best proof of results, is our past successes. We’ve helped clients through all types of family law disputes, resolving tough problems while supporting our clients through critical periods. Most importantly to us, whether in adjudication or through the Courts, we make sure your rights are protected and upheld. We are experts at resolving family law matters.

    Our extensive experience, commitment, support and continual hard work ensures we get the best results for our clients, delivered beyond expectation.

  • Communication is everything

    We remain in constant communication with our clients, keeping them fully informed and supported through the entire process with complete transparency. During this life-changing period we understand our clients need a highly skilled and trusted resource that can guide them through complex negotiations and legal proceedings with confidence.

Our areas of expertise

  • Adoption & Surrogacy

  • Child Abduction

  • Child Support

  • De Facto Relationships

  • Divorce & Separation

  • Financial Agreements

  • Parenting Matters

  • Relocating with Children

  • Property Settlements

  • Same Sex Relationships

  • Spousal Maintenance

Our Team

 

Justine Walter

Principal Lawyer

Monica Serci

Senior Associate

Natalie Moffett

Senior Associate

Joanna Elliott

Principal Lawyer

Sophie Smith

Solicitor

Aoife Jones

Office Manager

Rachel Britten-Jones

Senior Associate

Alice Robinson

Associate Solicitor

Madeleine Fiene

ParaLegal

  • "How can I ever thank you? You have been a tower of strength from start to finish. Again, thank you for everything you have done for me".

  • "I can’t thank you enough for what you have done for the boys and I. It was a great outcome. I don’t think you could have done anything differently. I don’t think I could have got a better outcome taking all the variables into consideration. You were amazing with your energy, insight, and commitment."

  • "Thank you Joanna for your email and thank you for all your good work. It is nice to feel well looked after in what is a pretty stressful, unwanted time. I really appreciate it."

  • "Like I said in my text - you guys are the best team. I couldn’t be luckier to have you on my side. Thank you, Team WE."

  • "Thank you for all your hard work and effort. My family and I are extremely grateful for all that you did. You were on point regarding what to expect in relation to outcomes throughout, extremely professional yet empathetic. We would not have been able to get through this ordeal without you and the team."

  • "Thanks so much, Justine!! So glad to close this off :) I also wanted to say thank you to both you and Rachel for helping me navigate through all of this, you have both been so wonderful and patient with me."

  • "Thanks very much, Rachel. I really appreciate all your help with this - it has made the process much less stressful."

  • "I am so glad to be working with you. I think you are fantastic. Exactly the person I needed."

  • "Thank you so much for your advice this year. You helped me through a very difficult period and did so with care, professionalism and kindness."