5 Best Family Lawyers in Townsville
Updated 22 September 2026 · How we rank law firms
Compare the 5 highest-rated family lawyers in Townsville, ranked by Google rating across 1,576 client reviews (average 4.9 stars). Family law matters from Townsville and North Queensland are filed with the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, which has a registry at Level 2 (Blue Foyer), 143 Walker Street, Townsville. Filing can also be done online through the Commonwealth Courts Portal.
Best family lawyers in Townsville
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1
Family Lawyer Associates Editor's pick
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2
Pearce Webster Dugdales Editor's pick
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Doyle's Family Law & Mediation Editor's pick
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AM Legal Editor's pick
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MobbsMarr Legal
4.90score -
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Sarinas Legal
4.89score -
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Connolly Suthers Lawyers Townsville
4.86score -
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O'Shea & Dyer Solicitors Townsville
4.80score -
9
Keylaw Townsville - Conveyancing
4.78score
Editor's picks are chosen by our editors and labelled; the firms below them are ordered by score. Source: Google Maps business listings for “family lawyer townsville”, checked 22 September 2026. Ordered by a review-weighted rating. How we rank law firms
Standouts among family lawyers in Townsville
Highest weighted score
MobbsMarr Legal: 5.0 stars from 159 reviews.
Most reviewed
Keylaw Townsville - Conveyancing: 767 Google reviews, rated 4.8.
Highest rated with 100+ reviews
MobbsMarr Legal: 5.0 stars from 159 reviews.
Where are family law matters heard for Townsville?
The Townsville registry of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia is at Level 2 (Blue Foyer), 143 Walker Street, entered from the Stanley Street end of the building. It hears divorce, parenting and property matters for North Queensland. Domestic violence protection orders are a separate state process in the Magistrates Court.
What Queensland-specific rules apply?
Queensland family law matters, including de facto property claims, fall under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) and the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. Domestic violence protection orders are a state matter under the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act 2012 (Qld) and are made in the Magistrates Court, while child protection cases go to the Childrens Court. The Queensland Law Society accredits family law specialists.
How much does a family lawyer cost in Townsville?
Fees for family lawyers in Townsville depend on the matter, the lawyer's seniority and the fee model (hourly, fixed fee or conditional). Before any work starts, a law firm must disclose its costs in writing when they are likely to exceed the disclosure threshold. See How Much Does a Lawyer Cost in Australia? for typical ranges and fee models.
Free and low-cost legal help in Townsville
Legal Aid Queensland has a Townsville office at 22 Walker Street offering family law advice. See Free Legal Advice in Australia for more options.
Townsville family lawyer FAQs
Where is the family court in Townsville?
The family court in Townsville is the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia registry at Level 2 (Blue Foyer), 143 Walker Street.
How long does a parenting case take in Queensland?
A parenting case settled through mediation or a conciliation conference can finish within months. A contested case that goes to a final hearing commonly takes one to two years or longer.
Is legal aid available in Townsville?
Yes. Legal Aid Queensland has a Townsville office in the Northern Securities Building, 22 Walker Street, and grants of aid depend on a means and merits test.
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