Children's Lawyers in Melbourne
At Lawyers of Preston, our experienced team provides expert children's lawyers services to clients across Melbourne's northern and western suburbs. We appear at courts throughout the region and offer fixed-fee arrangements with flexible payment options.
How We Can Help
- Parenting order applications
- Interim and urgent parenting orders
- Child custody arrangements
- Relocation applications
- Child recovery orders
- Contravention of parenting orders
- Independent Children's Lawyer (ICL) matters
- Child welfare and safety applications
- International child abduction matters
- Family dispute resolution (mediation)
Why Choose Lawyers of Preston?
- five-star Google reviews from satisfied Melbourne clients
- Local knowledge of Melbourne's courts and legal landscape
- Fixed fees and flexible payment plans available
- Consultation from $180 (30 min) · $300 (1 hr) incl. GST
- Same-day appointments available for urgent matters
- Serving 68 suburbs across Melbourne's north and west
Need urgent legal help?
Call us now on (03) 9957 6899 or book online for a same-day appointment. Consultations from $180 (30 min) or $300 (1 hr) incl. GST.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'best interests of the child' mean?
Australian family law places the best interests of the child as the paramount consideration. Courts consider safety, the child's relationship with each parent, the child's views (where age-appropriate), and each parent's willingness to support the other's relationship with the child.
Can children decide where they live?
Children's views are considered, especially for older children, but the court makes the final decision based on their best interests — not just their preference.
What if my child is at risk?
Contact us immediately on (03) 9957 6899. We can obtain urgent parenting orders, intervention orders or contact the Department of Families to protect children at risk.
Protect your children — speak with a children's lawyer today
Consultation from $180 (30 min) · $300 (1 hr) incl. GST · Same-day available