Family Law Solicitors & Divorce Lawyer

Separation, divorce, parenting disputes, and property matters can place enormous pressure on your family, your finances, and your peace of mind. At Le Brun & Associates, our family law solicitors help you take the next step with clear advice, prompt action, and personal support.

    Your enquiry is confidential. A senior solicitor will respond within one business day.

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    Le Brun & Associates – Comprehensive Family Law Support

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    We have supported Melbourne families through difficult legal moments with care, discretion, and practical guidance. Our lawyers assist clients across Werribee, Hawthorn, Moonee Ponds, and greater Melbourne, with local offices, flexible appointments, and advice explained in plain English

    If you are looking for a divorce lawyer in Werribee, Hawthorn, or nearby Melbourne suburbs, you may already be carrying more than enough stress. You may be worried about your children, your home, your savings, your safety, or how much the legal process may cost. Our role is to help you understand where you stand, what can be done now, and how to move forward with confidence.

    We offer a free 30-minute consultation, fixed-fee options where suitable, and transparent guidance from the start. No confusing legal language. No vague cost surprises. Just dependable legal support built around your family’s circumstances.

    Separation & Divorce

    Property & Finances

    Parenting Arrangements

    Family Violence Protection

    Financial Agreements

    Fixed fees, unchanged for over a decade

    Transparent pricing with no surprises. You know your costs before we begin.

    Quick Turnaround

    We act promptly and keep you informed, focused on an effective result.

    30+ years of experience

    Led by Principal Helen Le Brun, who reviews every matter personally.

    Free 30-minute consultation

    No-pressure first meeting at any of our three offices, or by phone.

    Seven things we look after

    Our Expertise

    Divorce & Separation

    Navigate relationship breakdowns with clear legal guidance focused on protecting your future.

    Property Settlement

    Achieve fair financial outcomes with tailored advice on assets, property, and wealth division.

    Parenting Matters

    Create positive parenting arrangements that support your children.

    Financial Agreements

    Protect your financial interests with legally binding agreements designed for certainty.

    Child Support

    Establish clear child support arrangements that provide stability and confidence for families.

    Spousal Maintenance

    Receive practical advice on financial support obligations and post-separation arrangements.

    Protection Orders

    Access urgent legal protection and support when your safety and wellbeing matter most.

    Need Personalised Advice?

    Whether you're facing separation, parenting concerns, or financial matters, we're here to help you move forward.

    How it goes

    Four steps. No surprises.

    From the first phone call to filed orders – here’s what working with us actually looks like.

    01

    30-Minute Call

    Tell us what’s happened. We listen, no notes app open.

    02

    The honest map

    We send a plain-English map of your options and a fixed fee.

    03

    The Work

    Filings, negotiations, mediation, methodical, weekly updates.

    04

    Resolution

    Orders, agreement, and a short debrief on what’s next.

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    Who you'll work with

    A senior hand, from the first call.

    Family law matters are personal and deserve experienced attention. Your matter will be handled directly by Eleanor or one of our three senior practitioners from start to finish, supported by a dedicated team.

    32yrs

    Family law experience

    LIV

    Accredited Specialist

    5+

    Languages spoken

    A quiet difference

    The usual way vs The LB way.

    MOMENT LB FAMILY LAWYERS MOST FIRMS
    The first call 30 minutes with a senior lawyer, no clock Booked through a paralegal, capped at 10 minutes
    Quoting Fixed fee in writing before any work begins Hourly rate, vague estimate
    Updates Weekly written status note, always Silence until the next invoice
    Strategy Default to resolution, litigation only when fair Default to litigation
    Tone Considered, plain-English, kitchen-table calm Adversarial by reflex
    Start where you are

    Pick the step which you find appropriate for you.

    Different starting points need different next steps. Tap the option that best reflects your situation.

    01

    I'm still deciding

    02

    We've just separated

    03

    We've been stuck for months

    04

    Something urgent is happening

    “Nothing’s filed. You want to know what separation would actually look like, financially and legally, before you talk to anyone in your life about it.

    Your next step

    Start with a confidential 30-minute call. No paperwork.

    Speak With a Family Lawyer, Free 30-Minute Consultation

    Get trusted legal guidance from experienced family lawyers during your free 30-minute consultation, available Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

    Meet out team

    What our
    clients
    quietly tell others.

    4.3

    Based on 55 Google Reviews

    Across Melbourne

    Three offices. One firm.

    In their words

    Words from the families we've stood beside.

    Andrew helped me in what was a very difficult situation and as a result, I received a fantastic outcome. I can’t thank the Le Brun team enough for their support and professionalism. Our barrister was amazing and the guidance I received was first class.

    Matthew W.

    Thank you to Helen and the team for being so attentive to my matter and at a time when I needed to feel reassured and needed the right support. Helen was precise and informative about advising me about my options. Helen and her staff are kind people who genuinely care about their clients. You all made sure that I felt supported and Helen promptly dealt with all my enquiries and achieved a better outcome than I expected.

    Dianne Frankes

    I was referred to Le Brun and Associates by a friend. I am very thankful to Helen and her team for their advice and support through my case. The staff were always accomodating and helpful. I would highly recommend this firm if you are looking for a cost effective settlement and great reliable advice.

    Mathew W.

    Frequently asked

    Have any questions?

    Yes, and the earlier the better. Even if you have not made a firm decision, a short conversation with an experienced family lawyer helps you understand where you stand before anything is set in motion. If there is a family home or children involved, important questions come up quickly, such as who stays in the home and where the children will live. Getting clear advice early means your decisions are grounded in your actual rights and obligations, which avoids stress and costly missteps later on. Our first consultation is free, so there is no downside to simply asking.

    What if my partner and I were never married?

    Yes, and the earlier the better. Even if you have not made a firm decision, a short conversation with an experienced family lawyer helps you understand where you stand before anything is set in motion. If there is a family home or children involved, important questions come up quickly, such as who stays in the home and where the children will live. Getting clear advice early means your decisions are grounded in your actual rights and obligations, which avoids stress and costly missteps later on. Our first consultation is free, so there is no downside to simply asking.

    How are assets divided after separation or divorce?

    Yes, and the earlier the better. Even if you have not made a firm decision, a short conversation with an experienced family lawyer helps you understand where you stand before anything is set in motion. If there is a family home or children involved, important questions come up quickly, such as who stays in the home and where the children will live. Getting clear advice early means your decisions are grounded in your actual rights and obligations, which avoids stress and costly missteps later on. Our first consultation is free, so there is no downside to simply asking.

    Is parenting time always split 50/50?

    Yes, and the earlier the better. Even if you have not made a firm decision, a short conversation with an experienced family lawyer helps you understand where you stand before anything is set in motion. If there is a family home or children involved, important questions come up quickly, such as who stays in the home and where the children will live. Getting clear advice early means your decisions are grounded in your actual rights and obligations, which avoids stress and costly missteps later on. Our first consultation is free, so there is no downside to simply asking.

    How do I get started with Le Brun & Associates?

    Yes, and the earlier the better. Even if you have not made a firm decision, a short conversation with an experienced family lawyer helps you understand where you stand before anything is set in motion. If there is a family home or children involved, important questions come up quickly, such as who stays in the home and where the children will live. Getting clear advice early means your decisions are grounded in your actual rights and obligations, which avoids stress and costly missteps later on. Our first consultation is free, so there is no downside to simply asking.

    We were de facto for two years, so everything is split 50/50, right?

    Yes, and the earlier the better. Even if you have not made a firm decision, a short conversation with an experienced family lawyer helps you understand where you stand before anything is set in motion. If there is a family home or children involved, important questions come up quickly, such as who stays in the home and where the children will live. Getting clear advice early means your decisions are grounded in your actual rights and obligations, which avoids stress and costly missteps later on. Our first consultation is free, so there is no downside to simply asking.

    Do we have to wait 12 months before we can sort out a property settlement?

    Yes, and the earlier the better. Even if you have not made a firm decision, a short conversation with an experienced family lawyer helps you understand where you stand before anything is set in motion. If there is a family home or children involved, important questions come up quickly, such as who stays in the home and where the children will live. Getting clear advice early means your decisions are grounded in your actual rights and obligations, which avoids stress and costly missteps later on. Our first consultation is free, so there is no downside to simply asking.

    Can my kids choose which parent they live with?

    Yes, and the earlier the better. Even if you have not made a firm decision, a short conversation with an experienced family lawyer helps you understand where you stand before anything is set in motion. If there is a family home or children involved, important questions come up quickly, such as who stays in the home and where the children will live. Getting clear advice early means your decisions are grounded in your actual rights and obligations, which avoids stress and costly missteps later on. Our first consultation is free, so there is no downside to simply asking.

    Is a verbal agreement or statutory declaration about property legally binding?

    Yes, and the earlier the better. Even if you have not made a firm decision, a short conversation with an experienced family lawyer helps you understand where you stand before anything is set in motion. If there is a family home or children involved, important questions come up quickly, such as who stays in the home and where the children will live. Getting clear advice early means your decisions are grounded in your actual rights and obligations, which avoids stress and costly missteps later on. Our first consultation is free, so there is no downside to simply asking.

    Is superannuation counted as an asset in a family law matter?

    Yes, and the earlier the better. Even if you have not made a firm decision, a short conversation with an experienced family lawyer helps you understand where you stand before anything is set in motion. If there is a family home or children involved, important questions come up quickly, such as who stays in the home and where the children will live. Getting clear advice early means your decisions are grounded in your actual rights and obligations, which avoids stress and costly missteps later on. Our first consultation is free, so there is no downside to simply asking.

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    Tell us, in confidence, what's happening.

    A senior solicitor will respond within one business day, usually the same morning.

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