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Welcome to Mathews Family Law & Mediation Specialists

When your family circumstances change, having the right legal advice can make all the difference.

At Mathews Family Law & Mediation Specialists, we provide expert family law advice with compassion, integrity and professionalism. We understand that separation, divorce and family disputes can be some of the most challenging experiences in life. Our role is to guide you through the legal process with clarity, confidence and practical solutions tailored to your individual circumstances.

Led by Accredited Family Law Specialists, our firm has extensive experience assisting clients throughout Melbourne and Victoria in all areas of family law, including:

  • Divorce
  • Parenting arrangements and parenting disputes
  • Property settlements and financial settlements
  • Spousal maintenance
  • Child support
  • Binding Financial Agreements (pre-nuptial and post-separation agreements)
  • Family dispute resolution and mediation
  • Intervention orders where they intersect with family law matters
  • Complex property matters involving businesses, trusts and superannuation
  • De facto relationship matters

We recognise that every family is different. That is why we take the time to understand your goals, explain your legal options in plain English and develop a strategy that protects your interests while working towards the best possible outcome.

Where possible, we focus on resolving disputes through negotiation and mediation, helping clients avoid unnecessary conflict, delay and legal costs. When Court proceedings are necessary, you can be confident that your matter will be handled by experienced advocates committed to achieving the strongest possible result.

At Mathews Family Law & Mediation Specialists, we believe that exceptional legal representation is built on trust, communication and genuine care for our clients. From your first consultation to the resolution of your matter, you can expect responsive service, honest advice and unwavering support.

Why Choose Mathews Family Law & Mediation Specialists?

✔ Accredited Family Law Specialist expertise

✔ Personalised legal advice tailored to your circumstances

✔ Skilled negotiators and experienced litigators

✔ Strong focus on practical, cost-effective solutions

✔ Compassionate support during difficult times

✔ Transparent communication and realistic advice

✔ Free initial telephone consultation

Take the First Step Today

Whether you are considering separation, have recently separated, or need advice about parenting arrangements, property settlement, divorce or any other family law issue, obtaining early legal advice can help you make informed decisions and protect your future.

Contact Mathews Family Law & Mediation Specialists today to arrange your free initial telephone consultation.

Our experienced Accredited Family Law Specialists will take the time to understand your circumstances, answer your questions and explain your options so you can move forward with confidence.

Book Your Free Initial Telephone Consultation

Call our office today or complete our online enquiry form to speak with one of our Accredited Family Law Specialists. We are here to help when you need trusted family law advice most.

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Accredited Family Law Specialist, FDRP,
Mediator and Parenting Coordinator

Vanessa Mathews is the founder and managing director of Mathews Family Law & Mediation Specialists, and has the rare combination of social work qualifications and experience, combined with nearly 20 years’ experience as a lawyer and mediator; it makes her approach to resolving legal relationship issues both sensible and sensitive.

She is a fully accredited family law specialist, mediator, family dispute resolution practitioner and parenting coordinator with a commerce degree – adding a financially astute aspect to her practice.

Vanessa has extensive experience in complex issues that arise from relationship breakdown, and works in partnership with her clients,
who regularly describe her as empathetic

Vanessa is an active member of the family law profession and
a member of the:

  •  Law Institute of Victoria, Family Law Section
  •  Law Council of Australia, Family Law Section
  •  Resolution Institute
  •  Australian Institute of Family Law Arbitrators and Mediators
  • National Mediation Accreditation System
  •  Relationships Australia Family Lawyers Panel
  • Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers
  •  Relationships Australia / Federal Circuit Court ‘Access Resolve’ Mediation Service
  • Relationships Australia ‘Property Mediation’ Service

Vanessa and Mathews Family Law & Mediation Specialists
are regularly recognised as a ‘Leading Victorian Family
Lawyer’, ‘Recommended Family Law Mediator’ and a
‘Leading Victorian Family Law Firm’ by Doyle’s Guide to
the Australian Legal Profession.

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Accredited Family Law Specialist, FDRP,
Mediator and Parenting Coordinator

Vanessa Mathews is the founder and managing director of Mathews Family Law & Mediation Specialists, and has the rare combination of social work qualifications and experience, combined with nearly 20 years’ experience as a lawyer and mediator; it makes her approach to resolving legal relationship issues both sensible and sensitive.

She is a fully accredited family law specialist, mediator, family dispute resolution practitioner and parenting coordinator with a commerce degree – adding a financially astute aspect to her practice.

Vanessa has extensive experience in complex issues that arise from relationship breakdown, and works in partnership with her clients,
who regularly describe her as empathetic

Vanessa is an active member of the family law profession and
a member of the:

  •  Law Institute of Victoria, Family Law Section
  •  Law Council of Australia, Family Law Section
  •  Resolution Institute
  •  Australian Institute of Family Law Arbitrators and Mediators
  • National Mediation Accreditation System
  •  Relationships Australia Family Lawyers Panel
  • Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers
  •  Relationships Australia / Federal Circuit Court ‘Access Resolve’ Mediation Service
  • Relationships Australia ‘Property Mediation’ Service

Vanessa and Mathews Family Law & Mediation Specialists
are regularly recognised as a ‘Leading Victorian Family
Lawyer’, ‘Recommended Family Law Mediator’ and a
‘Leading Victorian Family Law Firm’ by Doyle’s Guide to
the Australian Legal Profession.

Get Started With Vanessa

Book A Free Consult