Chris Woods

Chris Woods is the Founder and Principal of Just Family Law, a distinguished boutique firm focused on family law. With a career spanning decades, Chris has been an esteemed member of the family law community since 1997 and was recognised as an Accredited Family Law Specialist in 2001. Initially embarking on a career in general commercial law, Chris shifted his focus entirely to family law, driven by a commitment to advocating for family rights rather than corporate interests. Since establishing Just Family Law in 2000, Chris has led a dedicated team of professionals committed to providing expert legal advice. His practice covers a comprehensive range of family law issues, including complex financial property disputes that often involve intricate trust structures and aim for tax-effective outcomes during separations. He is adept in handling multifaceted divorce cases, children's matters, and disputes concerning de facto and same-sex couples. Chris's extensive litigation experience enhances his ability to offer clients practical and decisive advice, particularly for negotiated out-of-court settlements. He has a keen interest in drafting financial agreements to safeguard multigenerational wealth and is skilled in navigating inheritance disputes and valuing businesses and public sector superannuation in family law contexts. His commitment to the legal community has also been demonstrated through his volunteer work with the Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service, Springvale Legal Service, and Casey Cardinia Legal Service, which he found mutually enriching. Chris's professional contributions include serving on the Family Law Education Committee and maintaining active membership with the Law Institute of Victoria and the Family Law Council.