Family Lawyers Northern Beaches
Wallen Family Law proudly supports parents and families across Sydney’s Northern Beaches, including Manly, Dee Why, Brookvale, Freshwater, Curl Curl, Mona Vale, Warriewood, Newport and Avalon.
We understand that family law issues are rarely just legal problems — they are personal, emotional and often involve children. Our approach is calm, practical and resolution-focused, providing clear advice while protecting what matters most: your children’s wellbeing, your financial security and your peace of mind.
Our Services
Parenting & Custody
We assist parents with parenting arrangements, custody disputes, and parenting orders. Our focus is always on the best interests of your children, helping you reach agreements that are practical, safe, and sustainable.
Divorce & Separation
From divorce applications to the legal steps following separation, we guide you through the process with clarity and care. We ensure all requirements under the Family Law Act are met so you can move forward with confidence.
Property Settlements
We help you negotiate and finalise property settlements, including division of assets, superannuation splitting, and business interests. Our goal is to achieve a fair and efficient outcome, whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.
Child Support
We provide advice on child support assessments, private agreements, binding child support agreement and child support disputes. Our guidance ensures your children’s financial needs are met while balancing fairness for both parents.
Spousal Maintenance
If you or your former partner require ongoing financial support, we can advise on spousal maintenance applications and agreements, ensuring your entitlements are properly considered.
Consent Orders & Agreements
We prepare and review consent orders, binding financial agreements (BFAs), and parenting agreements to give you peace of mind that your arrangements are legally enforceable.
Mediation & Dispute Resolution
Encouraging out-of-court solutions through family dispute resolution, collaborative family law, and mediation — saving time, stress, and cost.
Family Violence & Protection Orders
We act swiftly in cases of domestic and family violence, including Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders (ADVOs) and urgent court applications to ensure your safety.
De Facto Relationships
Expert advice for de facto relationship property settlements, financial disputes, and parenting matters under the Family Law Act.
Relocation Matters
Representation in relocation and travel disputes, including international and interstate parenting matters, ensuring your child’s best interests are protected.
Court Representation & Litigation
If negotiation fails, we are fully prepared to represent you in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA). Our lawyers have the experience to advocate for your rights with strength and clarity.
Superannuation Splitting
Specialist advice on superannuation splitting including self managed superannuation funds after separation or divorce, ensuring your long-term financial security is protected.
Know your legal fees upfront with our fixed fee options
Our Northern Beaches office is located in Warriewood, providing convenient access for clients across the Northern Beaches with family law matters. Many family law proceedings for Northern Beaches clients are listed in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Sydney Registry), and our lawyers regularly appear in that jurisdiction.
We proudly assist families throughout the Northern Beaches, including Warriewood, Mona Vale, Narrabeen, Collaroy, Dee Why, Brookvale, Manly, Newport and Avalon. By choosing a local Northern Beaches family lawyer, you benefit from our familiarity with Sydney-based court processes and our commitment to achieving fair, practical outcomes for families in the community.
Family Law FAQ Videos
Watch family law FAQ videos from Wallen Family Law — covering divorce, parenting, property, and mediation questions.
Contact Our Warriewood Office
Wallen Family Law – Warriewood
8/92a Mona Vale Road, Warriewood NSW 2102
Email: melody@wallenfamilylaw.com.au
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Our Northern Beaches team assists clients with Divorce & Separation, Parenting & Custody, Property Settlements, and Family Mediation.
Learn about our Fixed Fee options and Legal Aid family law support.
You may also like our guide — How to Protect Your Assets During Divorce in NSW.