Our Practice
Just Family Law is dedicated to providing advice in all aspects of family law. Our lawyers and staff exclusively deal with separation, divorce and family law issues including property and financial settlements, arrangements for children, domestic violence, collaborative law, inheritance disputes, business valuations and taxation planning.
The practice started in Dandenong in 2000, and as demand and expertise grew, we have opened an office in Malvern East. Our Dandenong location is walking distance from the Family Court. The firm was originally established as Chris Woods & Associates at Dandenong, but then expanded and changed its name to reflect that we practice just family law.
Why Should I Choose Just Family Law?
- Independently approved Accredited Specialist – Law Institute of Victoria
- More than 25 years practising solely Family Law
- We are Boutique personalised firm – you matter to us
- Clear stratergy set out from the start
- Legal efficiency – reducing your costs, geting your desired outcome faster
Call 03 9793 7888 during business hours or submit a form to determine your eligibility for a free consultation. Often, we can then arrange to have you pay at the end from the proceeds from the settlement we get you.
Our Family Law Solicitors
We specialise in all areas of family and divorce law
Just Family Law is a specialist family law firm with a client and result-focused approach, dedicated to providing advice in all aspects of family law at our Dandenong and Melbourne law offices.
Our family law lawyers are a complete family law service team. They deal with separation, divorce and family law issues including dividing assets after separation, arrangements for children, grandparent’s rights, inheritance disputes, business valuations, loans from parents and claims to property.
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We feel very proud of our
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We endeavor to utilize our extensive knowledge in every facet of family law.
We make sure our clients are never put at a disadvantage during the divorce process.
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Joel Joseph
3 weeks ago
Great value, great result. Thanks!
Brian Choy
4 weeks ago
Just Family Law Dandenong were great during my property settlement. Trust me if you’re unfortunate enough to be going through separation or divorce Just Family Law are the right lawyers.
Yasodha Ganegoda
4 weeks ago
Highly recommend Chris and his team. Chris has been professional, supportive, and incredibly patient throughout a very stressful process. He always took the time to explain everything clearly and made sure I felt informed and protected every step of the way. Truly grateful for his guidance and support.
Traie Garnett
1 month ago
Very helpful and kind with organising payment plans if needed, thank you
Radian Hoque
1 month ago
I was super skeptical at first because my friend had been charged an absurd amount and got a bad result from another law firm in Dandenong however. Just Family Law were nothing like that. They got me a great result in my financial settlement and there fees were no where near as high as my friends lawyers
zak kolobaric
1 month ago
All the lawyers there are very experienced and only do family law. there experience showed and got me a great result
Josarne Johnstone
2 months ago
I’ve had a really positive experience with David and the team. I didn’t have to chase anything and they were mindful of the cost and kept it as low as possible. Highly recommend.
Larry Kang
2 months ago
Thank you so much David!
Alen Mathew
2 months ago
Had the same lawyer start to finish, they told me what I should expect to get and how much it will cost and they were spot on. Great Family Lawyers and really conveniently located in Dandenong.
John Nguyen
2 months ago
Chris is a great Family Lawyer and I am very happy with my financial settlement. The Malvern location was super convenient and the team at Just Family Law was super professional.
Lara Appiah
2 months ago
I highly recommend this law firm! I had a 15-minute free consultation with Chris Wood from Just Family Law, and I was genuinely impressed. He quickly clarified my concerns and provided clear, helpful guidance. He was punctual, extremely knowledgeable, and very easy to talk to, which made the whole experience feel comfortable and reassuring. I truly appreciated his professionalism and approachability, and I wouldn’t hesitate to come back if I decide to move forward with my claim.
Amanda Selvaraj
2 months ago
Thankyou Sally for being so supportive during such a difficult time. I'm over the moon about the outcome we got and will recommend you to anyone going through a divorce.
james li
2 months ago
Thanks just family law for helping me with my financial settlement you guys made sure i got what i deserved.
susan madill
3 months ago
The team at Just Family Law helped me through a difficult time with compassion. The team gave me practical, expert advise that helped me get through my legal matters with as little stress and financial strain as possible for my children and I.thank you so much Just Family Law!
Jake Solviet
3 months ago
I didn’t know that a lawyer could make this much of a difference. A+ work from the Just Family Law Team.
Micheal Su
3 months ago
Chris and the team looked after me during some troubling times. Expert knowledge and experience helped me navigate my legal problems! 10/10
delwin liu
4 months ago
I. needed urgent advice on parenting arrangements and custody issues and JFL Malvern responded within minutes to my web inquiry. JFL help really imrpoved my relationship with my kids and I can’t thank them enough.
Belal Qasimi
4 months ago
Straight away I knew I was in good hands with just family law Dandenong. My family lawyer helped me navigate both my financial settlement and property settlement in my case. Everything was handled professionally and I got a better result than what I knew was possible
Alisena Alizada
4 months ago
Couldn't be more happy with my result. Just Family Law Dandenong helped me get custody of my kids again after not being able to see them for 3 months.
Amazing lawyers and team at JFL.
Amazing lawyers and team at JFL.
MUDAN
4 months ago
Just Family Law in Dandenong handled my property settlement efficiently and professionally. I always felt informed and supported. Their knowledge of family law made a big difference.
Cindy Devonport
4 months ago
Dealt with Chris who was caring, professional and offered us a prompt result.
Tim Woods
4 months ago
Chris and his team helped me through a tough time during my divorce and took the stress out of a what was a difficult time for me. His family law expertise was second to none, but it was his personal understanding that really helped. He was honest, clear and forthright yet compassionate and empathetic. His location in Dandenong was convenient for me too as I live in the south eastern suburbs. They are also located near the Family Law Courts which made access so easy. Cant recommend highly enough.
Anita Grossi
5 months ago
“I can’t recommend Sally highly enough. From the very beginning Sally approached what was a highly stressful situation with calmness and genuine empathy. Her steady and reassuring manner made a difficult process far more manageable, and I always felt heard, supported, and well advised. Most importantly Sally achieved the outcome I was hoping for while handling everything with professionalism and care. Sally’s strategic thinking combined with a calming presence made all the difference. I am extremely grateful for Sally’s guidance and would confidently recommend her to anyone needing a skilled and compassionate divorce lawyer.”
Vicky Synahiris
5 months ago
Sally and Chris were extremely helpful,prompt and very professional! I highly recommend Just Family Law, thank you Sally and team!
Kristy Belleville
5 months ago
Chris and the team were really professional. I was going through a challenging time and they were really supportive. Highly recommend.
tucky yong
5 months ago
Very happy with my result, excellent lawyers, definitely would recommend.
Chloe James
6 months ago
Chris Woods and the team helped me out at a difficult time of my life. I will happily recommended to anyone who needs a family law solicitor.
vineet ravish
6 months ago
David and the team helped solve my issues promptly. Hope I don't need to go through this again but if I did I would engage them again.
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6 months ago
Thanks David and Chris and team. Helped me promptly when I needed it, definitely worth it.
Prachi Bhatt
7 months ago
David was really good and helped me through out my divorce , property and parenting orders application.
David understood my case from start and guide me very well.
David understood my case from start and guide me very well.
Shari Russell
7 months ago
Sally was absolutely amazing right from the start Sally made me feel comfortable and heard with my separation and division. In all aspects of my almost 2 year battle Sally was truely my saving grace her professionalism and knowledge is next level along with the support from Chris and all staff at JFL I can’t thank you all enough thanks again Sally could not have gone through everything without you by my side
Ruben Ordonez
7 months ago
Professional and worth it. Would recommend for Family Law property settlement. Protected my inheritance.
esther kobia
7 months ago
I want to say thank you to David and his team at just family law for representing me so well.The outcome of the case was fair on my side and they supported and advised so well throughout the process.Anyone looking for a good legal team ,Just family law is the best.
Richelle Parkinson
1 year ago
I just wanted to say a HUGE thank you to Sally! She handled my custody case, and she always responded in a timely matter! Reassured me when I was anxious and freaking out. I got such a good outcome and words can't even describe how grateful I am that she was there helping me the whole way through.
Sarah Stach
1 year ago
Georgette Checri
1 year ago
A massive thank you to Chris and Sally who were always available for me. I highly recommend Just Family Law if you are unfortunate enough to need a family lawyer. I had seen a generalist lawyer previously and they couldn't compare.
Mila-Rose Johnson
2 years ago
AMAZING! Thank you so much to the team at JFL! A fabulous outcome for someone who was resistant to move through this process. It was daunting & exhausting to think about but my initial meeting with Chris reassured me that it was the right thing to do. From there on I liaised with Joe & Sally & I could not have asked for a better outcome. So personable & comforting during a time that is difficult at the best of times. Thank you for all your patience & understanding & most of all, for closing a chapter that could only be closed by doing what I had to do. THANK YOU SO MUCH.
Dave
2 years ago
Would highly recommend Just Family Law with any family law proceedings. They go above and beyond
Nikhil Kumar
2 years ago
David and his team did an absolutely excellent job helping me get consent orders made. Great communication right from the first time I called. They understood my situation from the get go and I needed help immediately, they made time for me straight away. David was very patient listened to what I had to say and gave me all my options and I felt feeling so much better when I walked out of there after meeting him. He explained everything clearly and answered all my questions in regards to how long things would take to process and everything went through exactly as he had mentioned. Also he understood my financial situation and told me precisely how much it would cost. Absolutely thanking my stars for having got help from David and his team. You guys are awesome. Keep up the great work🌟 Thank you once again.
Chev Car
2 years ago
I found my experience with just family law a very good experience they were straight to the point and they explained things in a way I could understand and it was very quick I wasn't there for hours I highly recommend them
Rob Rotin
3 years ago
I would 100% recommend Sally very easy to speak too made you feel relaxed and very professional 5 stars all the way thank for an easy transaction
Adel Yassine
3 years ago
Despite a difficult, complex and emotional undertaking, David handled and resolved all matters in a professional, timely and effective manner. Many thanks!
Kieran Monaghan
3 years ago
Just Family Law have been in the Dandenong area for over 20 years and when it comes to family law matters, they are the specialists.
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3 years ago
I found the service to be very honest and reliable. Very professional in their dealings with me. Highly recommended.
Heidi Dorman
3 years ago
I highly recommend Sally O'Connor and Just Family Law.
Our circumstances in engaging JFL were due to the sudden and tragic passing of my sister. Sally assisted our family through complex legal proceedings as we sought full parental responsibilities for her three children, my nieces and nephew.
Sally was able to shift from holding my hand and passing tissues, to providing practical solutions, advice and guidance on how best to navigate the legal system and achieve what was in the best interest of the kids.
Thank you Sally, we will never be able to express how much you did for us and how your counsel and friendship helped us navigate an incredibly difficult time.
No hesitation at all in recommending Sally, and the JFL team.
Our circumstances in engaging JFL were due to the sudden and tragic passing of my sister. Sally assisted our family through complex legal proceedings as we sought full parental responsibilities for her three children, my nieces and nephew.
Sally was able to shift from holding my hand and passing tissues, to providing practical solutions, advice and guidance on how best to navigate the legal system and achieve what was in the best interest of the kids.
Thank you Sally, we will never be able to express how much you did for us and how your counsel and friendship helped us navigate an incredibly difficult time.
No hesitation at all in recommending Sally, and the JFL team.
Eden Abrahams
3 years ago
A barrister pointed me to them saying they were good for other referrals and I'm so happy I did engage them. I've heard horror stories but Sally and David were great. Not exactly cheap but seemed priceless. I recommend.
caitlyn price
3 years ago
I recently engaged Just Family Law to assist with the preparation of a Binding Financial Agreement and could not have been happier with the advice and service I received. From reception to solicitors to assistants they were approachable, compassionate, knowledgable and expert in family law issues. I highly recommend
Jack Symmons
3 years ago
We used Just Family law for my daughter’s divorce property settlememt. Sally and her team have been fantastic to deal with. The process was so easy for us and more importantly done in a kind and professional manner. Highly recommend their services.