Led by compassion.
Grounded in integrity.
Tailored to you.

Our experienced family lawyers provide a personalised and comprehensive approach, offering compassion in every step and clarity in every decision.

Like the starling, we navigate together.

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At Starling Family Law we understand that family transitions are deeply personal.

Whether you’re building for the future, separating from your partner, negotiating parenting arrangements, or resolving financial matters, we’re here to provide clarity, advice and support. Like the birds we’re named after, we believe in moving together with our clients — with care, direction, and a steady sense of purpose — so that you feel supported every step of the way.

Turning points can be overwhelming –

but you don’t have to navigate them alone. We offer considered and compassionate family law advice to help you find your footing and chart a clear path forward. We join with you to formulate a tailored strategy that will work best for you and your family.

We take a holistic approach

Our course of action to family law matters varies depending on the situation. We service all matters from collaborative law to high conflict litigation and everything in between, so we steer away from rigid, unimaginative solutions.

We also know that there are some roles we can’t fill. By working together with a trusted network of professionals, including other lawyers, barristers, accountants, financial advisors, and psychologists, when your requirements are outside our expertise we ensure that you remain in good hands.

We use technology to your advantage by adopting new technology to improve efficiencies. By clever use of AI and integrations, we save on cost for our clients.

Our values set us apart.


People first

We see the person, not just the legal problem. Every client’s story matters and we approach each situation with empathy, respect and individual care. We put ourselves in your shoes to do what’s best for you.

Moving together

We believe in strength through connection. We travel alongside you through change, responsive to your needs and focused on what matters to you most.

Clarity and control

It’s important to us that you understand the legal process and remain in control of the outcomes. We offer clear guidance and candid advice but the decisions are always yours, so you can move forward with confidence.

Care and understanding

Our work is motivated by compassion. No matter what type of matter you have – building for the future, separating from your partner, negotiating parenting matters, or resolving financial matters – we will help you navigate the process so you have the least stress possible.

Future focussed

It’s our job to consider what’s ahead, both in your matter and for your life beyond your legal matter. We equip you with the knowledge and skills you might need for the future.

Integrity always

We strive to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, transparency and trust, because we think you deserve nothing less.

Tech forward and modern approach

We are a contemporary law firm utilising new technologies to improve efficiencies and reduce legal costs. We adopt modern processes and creative approaches to provide individualised advice to clients.

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Expertise

At Starling Family Law, we offer a wide range of services to meet all of your family law needs. Click on the links below to discover more about some of the services that we offer.

  • SEPARATION ADVICE
  • DIVORCE
  • BINDING FINANCIAL AGREEMENTS (BFAs)
  • DE FACTO RELATIONSHIPS
  • PROPERTY DIVISION
  • COMPLEX FINANCIAL MATTERS
  • PARENTING MATTERS
  • COMPLEX PARENTING MATTERS
  • RELOCATION
  • FAMILY VIOLENCE and INTERVENTION ORDERS
  • MEDIATION and ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION (ADR)
  • HIGH CONFLICT RELATIONSHIPS
  • COLLABORATIVE LAW
  • CHILD SUPPORT and BINDING CHILD SUPPORT AGREEMENTS (BCSAs)
  • SPOUSAL MAINTENANCE
  • LITIGATION SERVICES

What clients say about us

“Throughout every stage of the process, Emmalaura made everything feel manageable and significantly reduced my stress. She supported me through complex family matters involving property and family violence, and most importantly, helped ensure the safety of my daughter.
Emmalaura demonstrated exceptional professionalism, compassion, and strength. While always kind and understanding with me, she was also assertive and unyielding when the situation required it. Her extensive legal knowledge and experience were instrumental to the success of my case—she truly left no stone unturned. Emmalaura has consistently been responsive and accessible, whether by phone or email.
Although I had dreaded restarting the court process years after the initial proceedings, Emmalaura made it seamless. She remembered the finest details from years prior, saving me the effort of revisiting old notes. Working with her felt like reconnecting with a trusted friend. I wholeheartedly recommend her and Starling Family Law for their strong yet compassionate approach to family law.”
Amy
(complex property and
complex parenting matter)
“Emmalaura is one of a kind when it comes to family law. She went above and beyond for our complex family law matter and to support our family. Emmalaura has been the best family lawyer we came across. For her, it wasn’t about the money. She was kind, considerate, genuine and so patient. Her response to our concern was so swift. We achieved a successful result thanks to all of Emmalaura’s enduring efforts. No matter how difficult anything was, she was always one step ahead. My husband and I are eternally grateful to Emmalaura. Thank you Emmalaura, we adore you and everything you did for our family.”
Annie
(complex parenting matter)
“Emmalaura provided clear guidance, sound advice and was instrumental in helping me achieve a positive outcome in my family law dispute. Her proactive management of my file, strategic approach and clear communication stood out, making a complex and stressful situation much more manageable. She is a dedicated advocate who strives to achieve the best results for her clients. I couldn’t recommend engaging Emmalaura enough to anyone that has a simple or complex family law matter.”
Michael
(property matter)