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Lawyers in Victoria: page 7

Find lawyers in Victoria and compare law firms by area of law, office location and the help they say they offer.

Finding a Victorian lawyer starts with a clear description of the task: advice on a document, help with a dispute, planning for the future or representation at a stated event. Compare that task across lawyers instead of assuming a city office or a broad area-of-law label establishes suitability.

General information only — not legal advice.

Office locations covered in Victoria

Law firms must show VIC as their state or territory. Appearing here does not mean that a firm serves every location in Victoria.

Law firms appear alphabetically by name. Inclusion is not an endorsement or verification of legal ability. Only approved law firms without an open contact-identity warning appear here. Confirm credentials, services and the office location independently.

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Start with the work you need

These searches cover Victoria. Check the office location and ask about service coverage before enquiring.

Local lawyer enquiry questions

Compare the scope behind a Victorian fee proposal

When comparing Victorian offices, put the proposed output beside the price: an introductory call, advice after reading documents and ongoing conduct of a matter are different services. Ask each office to identify the records it would read and whether you would receive written advice or a follow-up discussion.

What is included in the first stage, and what would require a new instruction?

Victoria Law Firms · alphabetical order

Law Firms in Victoria

Compare the firms shown on this page, then confirm the current address, professional status, services, fees and availability directly. Firms under contact-identity review do not appear here.

Point Cook, VIC

Campus Lawyers & Associates

Law practice

Campus Lawyers & Associates is listed as a legal practice in Point Cook, VIC. The profile highlights Property & Conveyancing, Wills & Estates, Commercial Property & Leasing, Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Probate & Estate Administration. Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: ask the officeAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Glen Waverley, VIC

Caray Law

Law practice

Caray Law is listed as a legal practice in Glen Waverley, VIC. The profile highlights Business & Commercial Law, Property & Conveyancing, Wills & Estates, Mediation & Dispute Resolution, Estate Planning & Testamentary Trusts. Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: ask the officeAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Melbourne, VIC

Carew Counsel Solicitors

Law practice

Carew Counsel Solicitors is listed as a legal practice in Melbourne, VIC. The profile highlights Family Law, Wills & Estates, Divorce & Separation, Parenting & Child Custody, Property & Conveyancing. Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: In Person, PhoneAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Eltham, VIC

Carew Gartlan McClelland

Law practice

Carew Gartlan McClelland is listed as a legal practice in Eltham, VIC. The profile highlights Wills & Estates, Property & Conveyancing, Probate & Estate Administration, Family Law, Planning & Environment. Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: In Person, PhoneAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Footscray, VIC

Carina Ford Lawyers

Law practice

Carina Ford Lawyers is listed as a legal practice in Footscray, VIC. The profile highlights Immigration & Visas, Administrative & Government Law, Registered Migration Agent (non-lawyer), Business & Commercial Law, Skilled & Business Visas. Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: ask the officeAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 18 Sept 2026
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Box Hill, VIC

Carpe Diem Legal

Law practice

Carpe Diem Legal is listed as a legal practice in Box Hill, VIC. The profile highlights General Practice (regional generalist). Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: ask the officeAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Melbourne, VIC

Carroll & O'Dea

Law practice

Carroll & O'Dea is listed as a legal practice in Melbourne, VIC. The profile highlights Business & Commercial Law, Property & Conveyancing, Unfair Dismissal, Professional Negligence, Mediation & Dispute Resolution. Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: In Person, PhoneAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Mornington, VIC

Carroll Goldsmith Lawyers

Law practice

Carroll Goldsmith Lawyers is listed as a legal practice in Mornington, VIC. The profile highlights Wills & Estates, Property & Conveyancing, Business & Commercial Law, Franchising, Litigation & Dispute Resolution. Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: In Person, PhoneAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Portland, VIC

Casal Conveyancing

Law practice

Casal Conveyancing is listed as a legal practice in Portland, VIC. The profile highlights Property & Conveyancing. Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: In Person, PhoneAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Melbourne, VIC

Cash and Stavroulakis Lawyers

Law practice

Cash and Stavroulakis Lawyers is listed as a legal practice in Melbourne, VIC. The profile highlights Wills & Estates, Family Law, Parenting & Child Custody, Property & Conveyancing, Planning & Environment. Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: In Person, PhoneAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Bendigo, VIC

Cathryn Shiels Lawyers

Law practice

Cathryn Shiels Lawyers is listed as a legal practice in Bendigo, VIC. The profile highlights Family Law, Criminal Law. Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: ask the officeAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Point Cook, VIC

Cerulean Legal

Law practice

Cerulean Legal is listed as a legal practice in Point Cook, VIC. The profile highlights Property & Conveyancing, Wills & Estates, Business & Commercial Law, Powers of Attorney & Guardianship, Commercial Property & Leasing. Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: ask the officeAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Ballarat Central, VIC

Chambers Criminal Lawyers

Barrister

Chambers Criminal Lawyers is listed as a barrister in Ballarat Central, VIC. The profile highlights Criminal Law. Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: ask the officeAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Glen Waverley, VIC

Chan & Smith Legal

Law practice

Chan & Smith Legal is listed as a legal practice in Glen Waverley, VIC. The profile highlights Insolvency & Restructuring, Debt Recovery, Litigation & Dispute Resolution. Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: ask the officeAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Ringwood, VIC

Chapter Lawyers

Law practice

Chapter Lawyers is listed as a legal practice in Ringwood, VIC. The profile highlights Family Law, Property & Conveyancing, Wills & Estates, Parenting & Child Custody, Divorce & Separation. Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: ask the officeAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 18 Sept 2026
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Werribee, VIC

Charles Reichman Solicitor & Notary Public

Law practice

Charles Reichman Solicitor & Notary Public is listed as a legal practice in Werribee, VIC. The profile highlights General Practice (regional generalist). Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: In Person, PhoneAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Thomastown, VIC

Chesser Lawyers

Law practice

Chesser Lawyers is listed as a legal practice in Thomastown, VIC. The profile highlights General Practice (regional generalist). Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: ask the officeAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Heidelberg West, VIC

Chester Metcalfe & Co

Law practice

Chester Metcalfe & Co is listed as a legal practice in Heidelberg West, VIC. The profile highlights General Practice (regional generalist). Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: In Person, PhoneAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Wendouree, VIC

Child & Family Services Ballarat Inc.

Law practice

Child & Family Services Ballarat Inc. is listed as a legal practice in Wendouree, VIC. The profile highlights Family Law, Parenting & Child Custody, Health & Medical Practitioner Law, Partner & Family Visas, Child Protection & Care Matters. Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: In Person, PhoneAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Glenroy, VIC

Child & Family Services Ballarat Inc.

Law practice

Child & Family Services Ballarat Inc. is listed as a legal practice in Glenroy, VIC. The profile highlights Family Law, Parenting & Child Custody, Health & Medical Practitioner Law, Partner & Family Visas, Child Protection & Care Matters. Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: In Person, PhoneAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Ballarat Central, VIC

Child & Family Services Ballarat Inc.

Law practice

Child & Family Services Ballarat Inc. is listed as a legal practice in Ballarat Central, VIC. The profile highlights Family Law, Parenting & Child Custody, Health & Medical Practitioner Law, Partner & Family Visas, Child Protection & Care Matters. Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: In Person, PhoneAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Hazelwood North, VIC

Christine J Shanahan - Davine Shanahan Fitzpatrick

Law practice

Christine J Shanahan - Davine Shanahan Fitzpatrick is listed as a legal practice in Hazelwood North, VIC. The profile highlights Property & Conveyancing, Business & Commercial Law, Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Wills & Estates, Family Law. Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: In Person, Phone, Video, Home VisitAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Moe, VIC

Christine J Shanahan - Davine Shanahan Fitzpatrick

Law practice

Christine J Shanahan - Davine Shanahan Fitzpatrick is listed as a legal practice in Moe, VIC. The profile highlights General Practice (regional generalist). Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: In Person, PhoneAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Pakenham, VIC

Christine J Shanahan - Davine Shanahan Fitzpatrick

Law practice

Christine J Shanahan - Davine Shanahan Fitzpatrick is listed as a legal practice in Pakenham, VIC. The profile highlights Property & Conveyancing, Business & Commercial Law, Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Wills & Estates, Family Law. Use it when preparing to request an appointment or first call. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

Meeting options: In Person, Phone, Video, Home VisitAvailability must be confirmed directly.Firm information date: 19 Sept 2026
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Choosing legal help in Victoria

Check the practitioner as well as the practice

Use the Victorian legal regulator’s lawyer register to match the person or law firm you intend to contact. Ask which lawyer will conduct the first meeting and whether someone else will handle later work. A firm name on this website is not evidence that every staff member has the qualifications needed for your enquiry.

Choose an accessible Victorian assistance pathway

Victoria Legal Aid lists Melbourne, suburban and regional offices and explains how to seek an appointment. Its website also offers contact options for people who need language or communication support. Describe the support you need when you enquire; do not assume that a meeting format shown here confirms an accessible appointment.

Official reference: Victoria Legal Aid — contact and office information ↗

Prepare a focused first enquiry

Use the Victorian regulator’s information as a route to questions about costs and professional records. A directory check date cannot answer whether the individual currently holds the relevant authority or whether a particular invoice is reasonable. Keep those checks separate from convenience and meeting format.

Read the practical guide for this next step →

Your next conversation

Confirm the person handling the work, the meeting format and any interpreter or accessibility arrangements before attending.

Ask who will provide the advice, what work is included, whether GST and expenses are included, and when the office can confirm assistance. Record unanswered questions rather than treating an estimate as a complete quote.

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Victorian rental and owners corporation enquiries

VCAT distinguishes renting, owners corporation and building matters in its information. When contacting a Melbourne or regional Victorian office, say whether you are a renter, an owner, a committee representative or a contracting party. The label ‘property dispute’ can hide very different questions.

What to prepare before contacting a law firm in Victoria

Keep the lease or scheme records separate from your timeline and requested outcome. Ask which current Victorian service or process fits the issue, what preliminary steps need consideration and whether the firm offers advice, preparation or representation.

VCAT case types and current service information ↗

Use the related dispute preparation guide →

This pathway was checked on 30 September 2026. It is general information, not a finding that the service can hear or accept your matter.

Official resources for Victoria

These are checking and assistance pathways. Contact the service to confirm scope, eligibility and current availability; a link does not establish that it can take your matter.

Check the person or practice

Victorian Legal Services Board + Commissioner — Register of Lawyers ↗

Select the appropriate person or practice search and inspect the matching record, rather than relying on a similar name.

Find legal assistance

Victoria Legal Aid — legal-help information ↗

Current office and contact information ↗

Community Legal Centres Australia — find legal help ↗

The national community legal centre organisation provides a finding pathway, not legal advice itself. Check the individual centre’s coverage.

Editorial references checked 19 September 2026. Office arrangements can change; check the linked service before travelling. No independent legal review is claimed. Law firm pages have separate checking information.

Questions about legal help in Victoria

Do I need to travel to Melbourne for legal advice?

Ask the service whether it can assist locally or remotely before arranging travel. The subject, documents and proposed work determine whether a particular appointment format is appropriate.

How should I compare Law Firms in Victoria?

Compare relevant experience, current professional information, a clearly defined scope and workable communication. Book a Lawyer does not select a best lawyer, rank legal ability or guarantee outcomes. Ask each shortlisted firm the same questions before deciding.

Can I speak to a lawyer remotely from Victoria?

Ask the firm about the specific work and meeting format. Telephone or video advice may be available, but a law firm page does not confirm it, and later tasks may need other arrangements. Our regional and remote comparison guide helps you check the practical details.

How can I check a lawyer’s professional status in Victoria?

Use the Victorian Legal Services Board + Commissioner — Register of Lawyers and follow its current instructions. A law firm page, website claim or information date is not a substitute for a current regulator search.

Where can I look for lower-cost or eligibility-based help in Victoria?

Start with Victoria Legal Aid and the community legal centre pathway above. Ask the service about eligibility, coverage and current capacity; inclusion here does not mean it can accept your matter.

What should I ask about fees before choosing a firm?

Ask what the proposed first task includes, how fees are calculated, whether GST and expenses are included, and what could change the estimate. Compare the same scope across firms rather than comparing headline figures alone.

What if I need help before a known date?

Tell the firm the exact date and the document or event it relates to when you first enquire. Ask whether it can assess the timing promptly. Using this page or sending an enquiry does not protect a deadline, secure representation or confirm an appointment. Call 000 for an immediate emergency.

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