Matthies Lawyers is a boutique South Yarra law firm specialising in Family Law and Wills and Estates. The practice handles all aspects of Family Law and Divorce, including property settlements, parenting arrangements and complex financial matters, with a practical focus on outcomes that protect relationships and futures. It also provides comprehensive wills and estate planning services, probate advice and will disputes, supporting clients through major life transitions with clear, direct guidance.

The firm is known for its client focused approach and continuity of service, with clients typically dealing with the same experienced lawyer from start to finish. Matthies Lawyers aims to resolve disputes outside of court through negotiation and mediation, and when litigation is necessary the team is ready to conduct significant trials across jurisdictions. Its central location in South Yarra ensures easy access for clients across Melbourne and wider Australia.

Matthies Lawyers serves individuals and business clients across Australian jurisdictions with personalised, pragmatic legal solutions. The firm\'s culture emphasises forthright advice, transparent communication and efficient, cost effective service delivered by a small team that draws on a network of legal counsel and financial experts when required.

About Matthies Lawyers
Practice areas
Family
Real Estate
Private Client

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Family

Matthies Lawyers specialises in Family Law and Divorce, offering pragmatic guidance on parenting arrangements, property settlements and complex financial matters, with a preference for negotiated outcomes and mediation to minimise court involvement. The firm emphasizes continuity of representation, ensuring clients work with the same lawyer from start to finish, and is prepared to pursue appropriate litigation when required to protect clients' interests.
Adoption
Child Abuse
Child Custody
Child Support
Child Visitation
Collaborative Law
Divorce & Separation
Domestic Violence
Father's Rights
Marriage
Military Divorce
Same Sex & LGBT
Annulment

Real Estate

Matthies Lawyers provides property conveyancing and related real estate services for buyers and sellers. The firm assists with contract review, preparation of conveyancing documents, settlement coordination and liaises with lenders and authorities to ensure a smooth transfer of title. Their approach emphasises clear communication, timely advice and practical solutions to achieve efficient settlements.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing

Private Client

Matthies Lawyers offers Wills and Estate Planning, Powers of Attorney and Probate services as part of its private client work. They help clients structure their wealth, plan for incapacity and ensure their final wishes are honoured, while guiding executors through estate administration and Will disputes with sensitivity and clarity.
Elder Law
Estate Planning
Guardianship
Nursing Home Abuse
Probate
Trusts
Will & Testament
Elder Abuse Law
Inheritance Law