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Areas of Law in Australia
Find lawyers and read 101 guides across 12 areas of law. Each explains a legal topic, distinctions worth understanding and practical questions for an adviser.
General information only — not legal advice. Australian laws and processes vary by state, territory and circumstances.
Legal service categories and topic guides
You do not need to diagnose your own legal problem. Choose the closest category, note any relevant dates and use the linked topics to describe what you need. If several issues overlap, tell the adviser rather than assuming one engagement covers everything.
11 topic guides
Family & Relationships
Separation, parenting arrangements, financial agreements and family safety.
See Family & Relationships lawyers and guides →7 topic guides
Wills & Estates
Plan future decisions, understand estate administration and explore will disputes.
See Wills & Estates lawyers and guides →11 topic guides
Criminal & Traffic
Charges, police matters, court appearances, driving offences and licence issues.
See Criminal & Traffic lawyers and guides →12 topic guides
Injury & Compensation
Injury claims, workplace compensation, insurance and the costs of pursuing help.
See Injury & Compensation lawyers and guides →8 topic guides
Property & Conveyancing
Buying, selling, leasing, strata, development and disputes about property.
See Property & Conveyancing lawyers and guides →18 topic guides
Business & Commercial
Contracts, business structures, transactions, insolvency and commercial risk.
See Business & Commercial lawyers and guides →5 topic guides
Employment & Workplace
Employment contracts, dismissal, workplace disputes and employee entitlements.
See Employment & Workplace lawyers and guides →7 topic guides
Immigration & Visas
Visa applications, migration pathways, citizenship and review questions.
See Immigration & Visas lawyers and guides →7 topic guides
Disputes & Litigation
Civil disagreements, debt, consumer issues, negotiation and court proceedings.
See Disputes & Litigation lawyers and guides →9 topic guides
Government & Public Law
Government decisions, administrative review, public rights and regulatory matters.
See Government & Public Law lawyers and guides →5 topic guides
Specialist Areas
Focused areas including intellectual property, technology, tax and other specialist work.
See Specialist Areas lawyers and guides →1 topic guide
General Practice
Start with a broad enquiry when you are unsure which area of law fits your situation.
See General Practice lawyers and guides →Lawyer selection and consultation resources
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