Family law
Separation, parenting arrangements and property settlement, handled by a team that includes four Accredited Specialists in Family Law.
Fixed fee, then a written report of your options
Family law line 1800 300 170 · Main office (02) 9635 7966
The team is led by principal Pierre Hawach, an Accredited Specialist in Family Law. It appears in the family law courts as well as the Supreme Court of NSW and the Local and District Courts, and works with the firm’s insolvency group when creditors or trustees are involved.
Doyle’s Guide recommended
Matthews Folbigg is “Recommended” in Leading Family and Divorce Law Firms – Sydney for every year from 2018 to 2026.
How it starts
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Call the family law line
Ring 1800 300 170 and book a time.
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Fixed-fee first consultation
Meet a family lawyer for as long as it takes to understand your circumstances. The fee does not change with the length of the meeting.
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Written report
The lawyer you met sends you a written report setting out their advice and your next steps.
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Next steps
You decide how to proceed: negotiation, mediation or, if needed, court.
What we help with
- Separation and divorce
- Property settlement
- Parenting and custody disputes
- Spousal maintenance
- Child support
- Domestic and family violence
- Family law mediation
- Family Court representation
“You helped me with your professional knowledge and caring heart during the most difficult time of my life.”
Book a fixed-fee first consultation
Call the family law line to book. After the meeting you receive a written report with your options. Monday to Friday, 9am–5:30pm.

