Anchored Family Law
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Anchored Family Law

Anchored Family Law

location
Melbourne, VIC | Ballarat Central, VIC | Ballan, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 706..

About Us

Anchored Family Law is dedicated to making family law services both accessible and affordable, offering fixed-fee and subscription options across Australia. The firm is adept at guiding clients through various family law matters such as separation, divorce, property settlements, and parenting and child custody arrangements. Anchored Family Law is committed to providing clear, plain-English communication, ensuring that clients understand their legal situations and options. The practice is known for its flexibility and quick response times, underpinned by a trauma-informed approach that recognises the sensitive nature of family law issues. Innovative, tech-enabled solutions are employed to enhance accessibility and efficiency, allowing the firm to operate with a largely remote, paperless model. Clients benefit from fixed-price packages and unbundled documents, simplifying the legal process. The firm also offers a monthly subscription plan for ongoing advice, negotiation, and representation, catering to the evolving needs of its clients. Whether clients are seeking assistance with consent orders, parenting plans, binding financial agreements, property settlements, or divorce applications, Anchored Family Law provides comprehensive support. Additionally, the firm aids clients who wish to self-represent, reflecting its mission to empower individuals navigating the legal system. Founded by Emma Maxwell in 2022, Anchored Family Law combines modern technology with legal expertise to redefine how family law services are delivered across the country.

Practice Areas

Family Law
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Specialisations

Family Law

Anchored Family Law is dedicated to providing clear and accessible legal services for clients navigating separation, divorce, property settlement, and child custody issues. The firm prioritises a responsive and flexible approach, ensuring that clients receive timely advice and support during challenging times. With a focus on trauma-informed practices, the team employs technology to enhance the client experience and streamline processes, making legal assistance more affordable. In addition to traditional legal services, Anchored Family Law offers innovative solutions such as fixed-price packages and subscription plans, catering to diverse client needs. Whether helping clients with consent orders, parenting plans, or supporting those who prefer to self-represent, the firm’s clear communication and commitment to client empowerment are at the forefront of their practice.

Our Team

Emma Maxwell

Emma Maxwell

Director and Founder / Family Lawyer

locationMelbourne, VIC

Specialises in

Family Law

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Awards

2026
Winner - Most Client Focused Law Firm (Victoria)
APAC Legal Awards
2025
Winner - Family Law Firm of the Year
Legal Insider awrds
2025
Finalist - Sole Practitioner of the Year
Australian Law Awards
2025
Finalist - Innovator of the Year (Individual)
Australian Law Awards
2025
Finalist - Innovator of the Year (Company)
Women in Law Awards
2025
Winner - Most Client-Focused Family Law Firm (Victoria)
Corporate Visiion Australian Enterprise Awards
2024
Finalist - Law Firm of the Year
Australian Women's Small Business Champion Awards
2024
Winner - Most Client-Centric Family Law Firm (Victoria)
APAC Legal Awards
2023
Finalist - Innovator of the Year (Company)
Australian Law Awards
2023
Finalist - NewLaw Firm of the Year
Australian Law Awards

Office Locations

Melbourne, VIC

LocationLevel 11, 456 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 706..

Ballarat Central, VIC

Location17, 17 Armstrong Street South, Ballarat Central, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 706..

Ballan, VIC

LocationPO Box 405, Ballan, Ballan, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number(03) 706..

Practice Categories

Family Law
  • Children's Law
  • De facto Relationships
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Enforcement Orders
  • General Advice
  • Mediation
  • Parenting and Child Support
  • Property and Financial Settlement
  • Relocation Orders