Divorce · Melbourne
Top Divorce Lawyers in Melbourne
Divorce lawyers handle the legal end of a marriage: dividing property and debts, spousal support, and arrangements for children. This list compares 5 divorce lawyers practising in Melbourne on verified licences, years in this area, focus and sourced reputation.
- Updated 19 Oct 2026
- Ranking v1.0.0
- How we rank
- lawyers considered
- 5
- 1 verified licences
- 20%
- average years in practice
- 13
The ranking
Score out of 100- 1
Amara Tanaka
UnverifiedPartner
Sterling & Kensington Lawyers29 yrs in practice4.2(9)DivorceSpeaks English, Vietnamese, Italian
- 2
Amara Rahman
VerifiedPrincipal Lawyer
37 yrs in practice3.4(20)EmploymentDivorceFamilySpeaks English, Mandarin
- 3
Priya Castellano
Out of datePrincipal Lawyer
35 yrs in practice3.4(24)Personal InjuryBusinessDivorce+1 moreSpeaks English, Vietnamese
- 4
Tomasz L. Dunmore
Out of datePrincipal Lawyer
Sterling & Kensington Lawyers19 yrs in practice4.9(10)Personal InjuryDivorceEstate Planning - 5
How we rank
Each lawyer gets nine component scores from 0 to 100. The bar shows how many of the 100 available points each component contributed. Weights are fixed for every lawyer in this list and published in full; payment plays no part.
Expertise50%
- Credentials20%
- Relevant experience15%
- Specialization15%
Standing35%
- Verified reputation15%
- Professional recognition10%
- Relevant track record10%
Service & data15%
- Client experience5%
- Profile & data quality5%
- Data freshness5%
Choosing a divorce lawyer
Look for someone who regularly appears in the family courts where your case will be heard, and ask how they approach negotiation versus litigation. Ask for a written fee agreement and an estimate of total cost, not only the hourly rate. If your finances are complex (a business, pensions, property abroad), ask whether the lawyer works with forensic accountants or valuers.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a lawyer for an uncontested divorce?
Not always. Many jurisdictions allow people to file uncontested divorces themselves, but a lawyer can review the settlement so that property, pension and support terms are complete and enforceable.
How are divorce lawyers usually paid?
Most charge by the hour against an upfront retainer. Some offer fixed fees for uncontested matters. Contingency fees are generally not permitted in divorce cases.
What should I bring to a first consultation?
A summary of assets and debts, recent tax returns, any existing agreements (such as a prenuptial agreement) and a list of questions about timing, cost and strategy.