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Practical family law help from our office in Kenmore, in Brisbane’s west.

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A family law firm in Brisbane's west

Melrose Keys Lawyers is a family law firm based in Kenmore, helping people across Brisbane with separation, divorce, children’s matters and property. We give clear advice, treat every matter with care, and aim to settle things by agreement wherever we can.

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What does a family lawyer cost?

It depends on what you need. Simple work, such as drafting consent orders, can often be done for a fixed fee. Ongoing matters are usually charged by the hour.

Matters that settle by agreement cost far less than matters that go to court, so we look for ways to resolve things early.

We explain our fees at the start and can talk about payment arrangements, so you know what to expect.

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Clear advice for every family law issue

Family law problems are stressful, and they affect the people you care about most.

We listen first, explain your options in plain language and give you practical advice. Where we can, we find the quickest and most affordable way to resolve your matter.

Family law services

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Dividing property and debts fairly, based on what each of you contributed and your future needs. More on property settlement.

Agreeing where children live and how they spend time with each parent, with their best interests first. More on child custody.

Advice on child support assessments and agreements, whether you pay or receive support.

If you or the other parent want to move with a child, we explain what is needed and how the court decides.

If your child has been taken or kept without your agreement, we can act urgently to protect them.

Agreements about property and money, made before, during or after a marriage or de facto relationship. More on prenups.

Preparing and filing your divorce application and dealing with any issues that come up. More on divorce.

Confidential help with domestic violence protection orders and the family law issues that come with them.

Reaching agreement with the help of a neutral mediator, without a judge deciding. More on mediation.

What our clients say about us

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Balkrishna Tharu
80 days ago
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The advice was easy to understand and actually useful
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Karen Klein Perez
102 days ago
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Melrose Keys made a complicated property settlement feel much more manageable
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Moatz Rider
119 days ago
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Very good experience from start to finish
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koushick KTG
124 days ago
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We needed help with a superannuation split and had no idea where to start. The lawyer broke everything down clearly,explained the documents, and helped us understandthe financial side properly. It made the process much less confusing
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124 days ago
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Good experience overall, everything was handled in a calm and professional way
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Kael King
125 days ago
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The lawyers were easy to deal with and made the whole process less overwhelming
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Patrick Smith
133 days ago
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Our parenting plan needed to be updated after work and school changes. The team helped us make the arrangement clearer and more practical for everyday life
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135 days ago
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Great communication throughout, everything was explained clearly and handled professionally
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king power
145 days ago
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Raphael Adiprasetyo
158 days ago
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Excellent support from start to finish, really happy with the outcome

Meet some of our family lawyers

Melissa Paet, Solicitor at Melrose Keys Lawyers

Melissa Paet

Hayder Shkara, Director of Melrose Keys Lawyers

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Brianna Finnegan, Associate at Melrose Keys Lawyers

Brianna Finnegan

The team at Melrose Keys Lawyers

Why choose us?

We understand separation is hard, practically and emotionally. You will get honest advice, regular updates and a plan that suits your family.

Your matter stays confidential, and we treat you with respect from the first call. We are a local firm, so you can meet us in person at our Kenmore office.

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