- 4.7 ⭐ 150+ Reviews
Family Lawyers in Toukley
Separation, divorce, parenting arrangements and property settlement, explained in plain English by a Toukley firm that tells you what things will cost before the work starts.
- Office at 1/48 Victoria Ave, Toukley. Phone, Zoom and Teams appointments too
- Ryan has practised law in Toukley for around 50 years
- Over 80 years of combined legal experience across our team
- Members of the NSW Law Society Professional Standards Scheme
Trusted Family Law Guidance in Toukley
Separating is hard enough without trying to work out the law on your own. Most people who come to our Toukley office have the same three questions. What happens with the kids? What happens with the house and money? And how long will it take, and what will it cost?
We answer those questions in your first appointment, in language that makes sense. Then we give you a plan and a written estimate of costs, so you can decide how to move forward with the full picture.
We act for families across Toukley and the northern Central Coast, and we keep the focus on a workable outcome for you and your children, reached as calmly as your situation allows.
Why Toukley Families Choose
Ryan & Ryan Lawyers
Local, and
staying local
Our office has been at 1/48 Victoria Ave, Toukley for years, and a Ryan has been practising law in this town for around half a century.
Plain English,
every step
You’ll always know what’s happening, what your options are, and what comes next. If we use a legal term, we explain it.
Upfront
about fees
Before we start work, you get a written estimate of costs for your matter. If something changes and the estimate needs to change, we tell you first.
Trauma-informed and family violence aware
Our family law team includes a domestic violence advocate. If there’s family violence or coercive control in your relationship, we take that into account from the first conversation, including how and where we communicate with you.
A team with
depth
More than 80 years of combined legal experience sits behind every matter, and much of our work comes from word of mouth and referrals from other Central Coast solicitors.
Reviewed
by real clients
4.7 stars from 150+ Google reviews. After a long property settlement, one client wrote that the team’s “knowledge, attention to detail, and genuine care gave me confidence” during one of the hardest periods of her life.
Family Law Services
in Toukley
Our Toukley lawyers help separating couples and families across the northern Central Coast with every stage of a family law matter. Whether you need advice on one issue or help from start to finish, we explain your options plainly and give you a written estimate before work begins.
- Divorce
- Property settlement
- Parenting arrangements
- Mediation and family dispute resolution
- Interim orders
- Consent orders and formalising an agreement you have already reached
- Family violence, AVOs and urgent applications
- Binding financial agreements, before or after separation
- International parenting and property matters
How We Work With You
1. Get in touch
Call the Toukley office on 02 4397 1500, book online, or request a callback. Tell us briefly what's happened so we can match you with the right lawyer.
2. First appointment
In person at Toukley, or by phone, Zoom or Teams. We listen to the full story, explain where you stand under the law, and answer your questions.
3. A clear plan and a written estimate
You'll leave knowing your options, what each one involves, how long it's likely to take, and what it's likely to cost.
4. We act, you stay informed
Once you decide how to proceed, we handle the paperwork, negotiations and any court steps, and update you as things move.
Family Lawyers in Toukley
and the Northern Central Coast
Our Toukley office at 1/48 Victoria Ave is easy to reach from across the northern end of the Coast. We regularly act for families in Toukley, Budgewoi, Gorokan, Lake Haven, San Remo, Norah Head, Noraville, Charmhaven, Canton Beach and The Entrance.
Family law matters that go to court are usually heard in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, with Newcastle the nearest registry. We handle the travel and filings, and many early steps can now be done online.
What Our Clients Say
Reviews from clients who have worked with our team on estate, family, criminal and property matters.
Frequently Asked Questions
We recommend booking ahead so a family lawyer is free for your matter. Call 02 4397 1500, request a callback, or book online. If your matter is urgent, such as a court date this week, tell us when you call.
We listen to what’s happened, explain your rights and options under the Family Law Act, and outline the likely steps, timeframes and costs. Bring any court papers, financial documents or correspondence you have, but don’t hold off calling if you don’t have them yet.
Yes. Appointments are available in person at our Toukley office, or by phone, Zoom or Teams. Many clients choose video when there are safety concerns or childcare is difficult.
Costs depend on the type of matter and how much is agreed between you and your former partner. We give you a written estimate of costs before we start work, and tell you if anything is likely to change it.
Most family law matters settle without a final hearing, through negotiation or mediation. If yours does go to court, we represent you in the Federal Circuit and Family Court, and we appear at Wyong and Gosford Local Courts for ADVO matters.
As early as possible, ideally before you sign anything or agree to how property will be split. Early advice protects your position, and there are strict time limits for property claims after divorce or the end of a de facto relationship.
Talk to a Toukley family lawyer who’ll explain it plainly.
Whether you’ve just separated or you’re ready to finalise property and parenting arrangements, the first step is a conversation. You’ll leave with a plan and a written estimate.