First, the 4 firms we picked in Brisbane, with the reason for each. Then every other firm in the area, so you can compare. Whether a firm suits your situation is something to check with the firm directly.
Firms we picked
4
Picks last checked
1 October 2026
How we pick
Every firm in our picks meets all four. Picks are not for sale.
1An office in the cityThe firm has an office in the city.
2A page for this area of lawIt has a dedicated page for this area of law on its own website.
3An active ABNIt has an active ABN, which we check on ABN Lookup (abr.business.gov.au).
4A merit signal we can citeIt has at least one merit signal we can point to: a Doyle's Guide listing for this area and state, a law society accredited specialist in this area, a Google rating of 4.5 or above from 50 or more reviews, or a notable reported case or recognised award.
What “our picks” means
These are our picks, which means our opinion, not a ranking and not a guarantee. We explain the reason for each pick and link to the evidence we used. Picks are not for sale. If a firm ever pays to be listed, it appears in a separate slot labelled Sponsored and is never counted among our picks.
Our picks
This is our opinion: firms that meet every criterion above. It is not a ranking, and the Google rating beside a firm is Google’s, not part of why we picked it.
Phillips Family Law provides family law advice and representation from Brisbane. It specialises in separation and divorce, property and parenting matters, prenuptial and financial agreements, de facto and same-sex relationships, and international family law. The firm lists multiple directors and specialist lawyers.
What the firm says it handles
Separation & divorce
Children & parenting
Property settlements
Prenuptial & financial agreements
De facto relationships
Same-sex relationships
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International family law
Why we picked it
A Brisbane family law firm that Doyle's Guide ranks in the First Tier for family and divorce law in Brisbane.
HopgoodGanim is an Australian legal services provider advising Australian and international clients. The firm delivers legal services from offices in Brisbane and Perth.
What the firm says it handles
Divorce and separation
Property and financial settlements
Parenting and children’s matters
Alternative dispute resolution
International family law
Why we picked it
A large Brisbane and Perth firm whose family law team Doyle's Guide ranks in the First Tier for Brisbane, suited to bigger or more complex property matters.
Damien Greer Lawyers practise exclusively in family law in Brisbane. The firm provides services including divorce, property and parenting matters, and international family law. The team has over 45 years’ experience.
What the firm says it handles
Divorce & separation
Children & parenting matters
Property & financial matters
Binding financial agreements
Domestic & family violence
International family law
Why we picked it
A Brisbane family-law specialist that Doyle's Guide places in the Third Tier for Brisbane family and divorce law.
Keating Lehn Solicitors is a law firm offering family, commercial and property, wills and estates, conveyancing and mediation services. It has offices on the Gold Coast (Robina) and in Brisbane.
What the firm says it handles
Family law
Commercial & property law
Wills & estates
Conveyancing
Mediation
Why we picked it
A family law firm based on the Gold Coast with a Brisbane office, which Doyle's Guide lists as a recommended Brisbane family and divorce firm and ranks in the First Tier on the Gold Coast.
Free legal advice on family law and domestic violence for Queenslanders who cannot afford a lawyer.
1800 229 866
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When you need a family lawyer
Situations where people commonly speak to a family lawyer:
You have separated and parenting arrangements for your children are unclear or disputed.
You need to divide property or finances after a relationship ends.
A family violence order is running alongside a parenting or property matter.
Questions about family lawyers in Brisbane
How does Zoe pick family lawyers in Brisbane?
Every firm in our picks meets all of these. The firm has an office in the city. It has a dedicated page for this area of law on its own website. It has an active ABN, which we check on ABN Lookup (abr.business.gov.au). It has at least one merit signal we can point to: a Doyle's Guide listing for this area and state, a law society accredited specialist in this area, a Google rating of 4.5 or above from 50 or more reviews, or a notable reported case or recognised award. These are our picks, which means our opinion, not a ranking and not a guarantee. We explain the reason for each pick and link to the evidence we used.
Are these lawyers paid to be listed?
No. Picks are not for sale. If a firm ever pays to be listed, it appears in a separate slot labelled Sponsored and is never counted among our picks.
What does family law cover?
Separation and relationship breakdown: parenting arrangements for children, dividing property and finances, and family violence orders that run alongside those matters. This is general information, not legal advice about your situation.
When do people speak to a family lawyer?
Situations where people commonly speak to a family lawyer: You have separated and parenting arrangements for your children are unclear or disputed; You need to divide property or finances after a relationship ends; A family violence order is running alongside a parenting or property matter. This is general information about common situations, not advice about yours.
Are there free options for family matters in Brisbane?
Yes. If cost is the problem, this page lists Legal Aid Queensland, Women's Legal Service Queensland and Caxton Legal Centre under free options.
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AI-generated legal information, not legal advice. Zoe can make mistakes. Check the cited sources, and before you act on this, rely on it, or use any draft, get a qualified Australian lawyer to check it.
Phillips Family Law provides family law advice and representation from Brisbane. It specialises in separation and divorce, property and parenting matters, prenuptial and financial agreements, de facto and same-sex relationships, and international family law. The firm lists multiple directors and specialist lawyers.
What the firm says it handles
Separation & divorce
Children & parenting
Property settlements
Prenuptial & financial agreements
De facto relationships
Same-sex relationships
+1 moreShow fewer
International family law
Why we picked it
A Brisbane family law firm that Doyle's Guide ranks in the First Tier for family and divorce law in Brisbane.
HopgoodGanim is an Australian legal services provider advising Australian and international clients. The firm delivers legal services from offices in Brisbane and Perth.
What the firm says it handles
Divorce and separation
Property and financial settlements
Parenting and children’s matters
Alternative dispute resolution
International family law
Why we picked it
A large Brisbane and Perth firm whose family law team Doyle's Guide ranks in the First Tier for Brisbane, suited to bigger or more complex property matters.
Damien Greer Lawyers practise exclusively in family law in Brisbane. The firm provides services including divorce, property and parenting matters, and international family law. The team has over 45 years’ experience.
What the firm says it handles
Divorce & separation
Children & parenting matters
Property & financial matters
Binding financial agreements
Domestic & family violence
International family law
Why we picked it
A Brisbane family-law specialist that Doyle's Guide places in the Third Tier for Brisbane family and divorce law.
Keating Lehn Solicitors is a law firm offering family, commercial and property, wills and estates, conveyancing and mediation services. It has offices on the Gold Coast (Robina) and in Brisbane.
What the firm says it handles
Family law
Commercial & property law
Wills & estates
Conveyancing
Mediation
Why we picked it
A family law firm based on the Gold Coast with a Brisbane office, which Doyle's Guide lists as a recommended Brisbane family and divorce firm and ranks in the First Tier on the Gold Coast.
Every family law firm we could find in Brisbane and its suburbs, sorted by number of reviews. It is a list, not a recommendation, and more reviews does not mean a better firm.
