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Based on 133 reviews
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Andrea GuyI had an extremely messy divorce, a husband that was difficult at every turn and lots of companies and property. I had been elsewhere and had want of a better word been screwed over by the previous law firm. Then I found Leanne and Deb. I was a mess during the 4 years it took to finally get the matter settled. Leanne, Deb, Jen and team were supportive, professional and would often advise what to be concerned about and what would just be wasting time and money. I gained exactly what I originally offered the ex and paid about 150K less than the law firm my ex went with. I could see the other firm were milking him for fees, but where possible Deb saved me money. So in the end, I got what I wanted, the EX did not. Very professional team and highly recommendedPosted on Google
Emma RoweMy lawyer was Venus Pham. Venus was excellent. Thank you Venus!Posted on Google
Sandra PottLouis Horsley guided me throughout my divorce and financial separation over several months. He was always prompt, professional and very clear in his communication. All my questions were addressed and clearly explained throughout the process so that I could decide what was and wasnt worth pursuing. He was always accomodating scheduling our telephone meetings which was appreciated. It was an efficient process facilitated by his fast communication turnaround, despite the lack of agreement between parties. I'm relieved its completed!!Posted on Google
Kathy SunI highly recommend Pearsons Lawyers for family law matters. Deborah Sim is exceptionally professional, knowledgeable, and strategic in her approach. She provides clear, practical advice and quickly understands the key issues and priorities. Her guidance is well-balanced, combining strong legal insight with a calm and considered approach, which gives clients confidence throughout the process. I also appreciated her thoughtful approach to managing costs, ensuring work is handled efficiently and appropriately across the team without compromising quality. Cheree Qiao and Jen Lamb were also excellent to work with. They were responsive, attentive, and consistently detail-oriented, making communication smooth and efficient. Overall, the team is highly professional, well-organised, and client-focused. I would confidently recommend Pearsons Lawyers to others seeking reliable family law support.Posted on Google
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Jeffrey HungI highly recommend Brenda Ling at Pearsons Family Lawyers. She has demonstrated exceptional knowledge in my family law matters and at the same time listening to understand with empathy and compassion. Her advice has given me a clear insight which ultimately resolved my situation without much complications.Posted on Google
Paul LeoneI recently worked with Sam Dzeladin‑Elez through my separation and divorce settlement, and I couldn’t have asked for better support. Sam was consistently approachable, understanding, and willing to listen to every concern I raised. He guided me through each stage of the process with clarity and patience. While legal matters are always a significant investment, Sam’s fees were clearly explained, transparent, and communicated openly throughout. I always felt informed and confident in the decisions being made. I highly recommend Sam to anyone needing reliable and compassionate legal representation.Posted on Google
Lynsey GoughThank you to Lisa Wise and the team at Pearsons lawyers. I cannot recommend enough how important it was to have a well established, highly knowledgeable and experienced team of legal professionals advocating for me, whilst dealing with my family matter and financial settlement. I saw first hand the difference it makes to have the right lawyers on my side. I am so grateful for Lisa, Sara Taylor and the entire team at Pearsons for guiding me through this challenging time in my life.Posted on Google
Riyaz AbdulFive stars! I highly recommend Pearson's Lawyers for anyone needing legal representation. Andrew McDonald has been absolutely excellent from day one. He looked after our matter with incredible expertise and experience, resolving everything in just one to two sittings. Andrew made a highly stressful process completely stress-free. He was helpful with drafting paperwork, providing court representation, and following up with the registry office. we have never experienced a single issue throughout the entire process. We couldn't expect anything better. Offering the best results at an affordable cost. Thank you, Andrew and the Pearson's team!Posted on Google
No NameI had a really positive experience working with Venus. She was consistently prompt, efficient, and professional, and communicated clearly throughout the entire process. What stood out most was her ability to provide practical, well-considered guidance. She demonstrated strong foresight and strategy, and worked very effectively with the other parties to keep things moving toward resolution. Venus also approached everything with a genuine customer-focused mindset. She was mindful of my time, effort, and cost, and was honest about what was and wasn’t worth pursuing - which I really appreciated. That level of transparency and care goes above and beyond. More broadly, I was very impressed with the firm. Their assessments were accurate, and the outcome aligned closely with what was anticipated, which speaks to their experience and capability. I’d confidently recommend Venus and Pearsons Lawyers to anyone needing family law support.
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Kind Words From Our Customers
"I just wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for all your assistance and guidance throughout my family law property settlement.
Your professionalism, clarity, and support made a challenging and emotional process far more manageable. I truly appreciated your responsiveness, expertise, and the care you took to ensure I understood each step along the way.
I am very grateful for the outcome and for the way you represented my interests. Thank you again for your dedication and support, it has meant a great deal to me, especially when I just wanted to throw the towel in so many times!!!"
Mary
"Although it’s been a difficult experience to go through, I honestly couldn’t fault Pearsons with how they have handled my file. I appreciate the attention to detail and the empathy. I can now begin the process of rebuilding so thank you kindly. "
Abby
"Angel Tai. You’ve made a profound & positive difference to our life. We wish you a future filled with beauty & truth. Don’t stop making a difference."
Keira & Dean
"My regards to Leanne and all the team for all your amazing help and support that i had over this terrible ordeal. Leanne thank you for interesting Angel tonight case she was amazing and a very hard worker I take off my hat to you and all your team once again from myself and my boys thank you God bless you all for your horrible work that you have to do and to deal with all the heartache that comes with it so thank you sincerely Gabby."
"Hi Leanne and Andrew,
Angela and I just want to simply say Thank You so much to you both.
Your guidance, advice and help throughout this past year has been amazing,
and so greatly appreciated by Angela, and myself
The Financial worry lifted when you were able to get a part settlement towards
Angelas costs. Despite that we always felt we had the best people looking after us
We are both very, very happy with the outcome you achieved "
Dot G and Angela B.
Dear Louis, Leanne and Venus,
I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks for your dedicated support and expert representation throughout my family law case, which has now come to a conclusion. I am incredibly grateful for the professionalism, guidance, and care shown to me during what has been a very challenging time for me personally. Louis, you're an incredible talent! Thank you for your exceptional work and keeping me calm when I'd reach out to you in a panic. Your professionalism, clear advice, and calm approach made a world of difference during an incredibly stressful time. Venus, I want to sincerely thank you for your fantastic representation and support during my IVO case. I truly appreciated the way you handled the matter with both strength and sensitivity. Your dedication and attention to detail gave me confidence every step of the way, and I’m so grateful for the outcome we achieved. And of course, there’s no great team without an exceptional leader, Leanne, thank you for being just that. Your presence and oversight throughout my case gave me confidence that I was in the best hands. I’m grateful not only for your legal expertise but also for the care and commitment you bring to your clients. Thank you once again to the entire team at Pearson's for your outstanding service. I won’t hesitate to recommend your firm to anyone in need of legal representation.
Matt A
"We are writing to convey our sincere gratitude for the outstanding services you and your team at Pearsons have consistently provided in handling Family Law matters for our clients. Your team's unwavering expertise, empathy, and dedication have not gone unnoticed. In our line of work, trust and confidence in referral partners are paramount. We have found in Pearsons a team that not only meets but exceeds our expectations, treating our clients with the utmost respect they deserve."
Mark, MKS Group
"Being a well established firm Pearsons were able to provide me with all the relevant information required throughout the process. If you require any legal assistance I would strongly recommend Pearsons as their professionalism makes it easier during trying circumstances."
Kevin, Melbourne
"Thank you once again for your tremendous support. You and your team have gone well above and beyond what I ever expected."
Nuria, Melbourne
"Thank you so much for your patience during such an emotional time and I truly appreciate the personal lengths and effort you went to to support me and my matter"
Amanda, Melbourne
"Thank you also for the excellent service provided. I am and have been very grateful for the opportunity to work with Joseph and yourself. I know Edward is of the same mind. I will forward the information onto Edwards and ensure he remains cognisant of his obligations."
Paul S, Melbourne
"You have been wonderful to deal with and I will recommend Pearsons to anyone going through a terrible family battle such as mine. I appreciate your professionalism and support during what I would say has been the worst experience of my life. Pearson’s got me the result I deserved, and I will always appreciate the compassion and care from the whole team!"
Dahnielle - Melbourne
"With their wealth of experience and a holistic approach, I am forever grateful for the friend who recommended them. A very safe set of hands."
Sarah, Melbourne
"We wholeheartedly recommend Pearsons to our clients seeking expert guidance in Family Law. The services provided over the years have not only strengthened our client relationships but have consistently contributed to positive outcomes. Thank you for your steadfast commitment throughout the years, and we eagerly anticipate many more successful collaborations in the future."
Mark, MKS Group
"Thanks to you Christine, and all within the office. You were all so helpful during an extremely stressful part of my life. I am very grateful for everyone’s help"
Eve, Melbourne
"I would like to thank you for your work. It's appreciated a lot (it really is). Though it has been over two months since your great effort, your counsel, valuable advice. To a complete novice in dealing with a relationship breakdown, it has been a real eye-opener. Your legal insight into dealing with this Helen was fantastic."
Dean, Melbourne
"I would happily recommend Pearsons Family Law for their attention to detail and professionalism. Helen handled my matter with dedication and empathy”
Adelle, Melbourne
"Thanks Helen (Le) for your help and support.
I hope you like red wine and best of luck with everything for the future.”
Kat Li, Melbourne
"The team at Pearsons has been amazing and they have helped me get through the most difficult & challenging time of my life."
Truong, Melbourne
"I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for all your work and in getting me this far. You have helped me much more than you realise. I really appreciate your help, your push-forward attitude and professionalism!!"
Christina, Melbourne
"It truly feels that you genuinely care for me and my children and that your job is not just a job but more a passion to help enhance family peace and security."
Sarah, VIC
"They were able to demystify Family Law and provide fantastic insight...I would not hesitate to recommend them"
Nicholas, Melbourne
"I cannot express my gratitude enough to you and the entire team at Pearson’s for not only taking on my case but to then turn it from the s***show it had become to actually granting my children and I the dom to live again.”
Chae, Melbourne
"Leanne and her team assisted me through a very challenging period. From the very first meeting , the professionalism and communication was exceptional....I would have no hesitation in recommending Pearson’s Lawyers. A very professional and outstanding firm to work with from start to finish."
Diana, Melbourne
"My thanks and deepest gratitude to you and they whole team. I have appreciated the guidance through a very difficult time. I have a renewed view and trust in the legal system. Please pass on my thanks to Jaqueline. She has been amazing."
Dean, Melbourne
"When I first separated I was completely overwhelmed and confused. The staff at Pearsons were reassuring and calm, and made me feel supported and comfortable as we worked together to manage the settlement."
Rosemary, Melbourne
"Leanne and staff have been very professional with a friendly approach and a thorough work ethic. As a firm I have found them to have great integrity. I would highly recommend their services."
Kristine, Melbourne
"Words are inadequate to express how grateful I am to you for all your help, support and encouragement throughout this process. There were many times that I was afraid and unsure, and you always took the time to reassure me and keep me focused on the mission. Your strength, confidence, professionalism, humour and warmth all contributed in making a difficult journey so much easier."
Daniel S, Melbourne
"I am so happy I chose them. I felt so comfortable dealing with them. My initial consultation was with Leanne who was lovely. Thereafter I dealt with Louis Horsley. He was very knowledgeable and kept me up to date with what was happening. I highly recommend Pearsons Lawyers."
Lilli, Melbourne
"Thank you for your wise counsel in relation to our mother’s estate. Your sensible and logical advice helped to resolve the matter promptly and without acrimony, when it could have so easily spiralled out of control. Your assistance has been greatly appreciated."
Jeff, Melbourne
"Dear Leanne, I just wanted to show my appreciation for all you have done for me over the last 12 months plus, not just for the final outcome but for the support and kindness you have shown me. You and your team have been amazing, thank you."
Jill K, Melbourne
"Pearsons have been great!!
The children and I are in such a better space than ever before."
Sarah, Melbourne
"Natalie has provided an outstanding, prompt, efficient, knowledgeable service and advice to me across the last few months. Natalie kept abreast of my case and provided me with information on upcoming items, so I felt well prepared and had time to consider my decisions or options. Natalie has been clear on her advice in a way that someone who does not have an understanding of the legal system could understand. Natalie has responded on her days off and over the weekends, depending on the stage of my case, to ensure I felt comfortable with progress or the current state of my case. In addition, yesterday on the day of my hearing she called me directly to check-in and see if I needed anything. I am sincerely grateful to Natalie and all her hard work over the last few months."
Natasha T, Melbourne
"I just need to thank you for your absolute amazingness today!! You and Dani together are an absolute powerhouse and I truly appreciate having such beautiful souls in my corner of the ring today! You are an absolute legend in your craft and I feel forever grateful to Leanne for assigning you to my case! Words are seriously not enough. You got my desired result today, you understood me, listened when rambled and gave it your all and I walked away a happy mum today thanks to you!!! Your heart is gold!"
Danni, Melbourne
"“Deborah Sim was fantastic. She had my back at all times. She was proactive, communicated with me all the time and was absolutely passionate about my case. I felt that she was always in my corner and had my back at all times. I am so appreciative of everything she did, she was amazing!”
Angelo, Melbourne
“Leanne, a very small gesture but given with such enormous gratitude to you for helping me to stay strong at times when there is extreme emotional pain with the resurfacing of tragic moments in my life. Thank you for helping me to enhance family peace and security within our home. At home, my little daughter feels safer and my sons are so comfortable, just as they should. I am sure your family are so proud of the remarkably strong woman you are and how you have the ability to empower others in a quest for what is fair and right. Thank you so very much! You are appreciated!”
Sarah, Melbourne
"I can’t thank Dominique and yourself enough for your support and commitment during such a difficult time, it has been a tough case but your hard work and care not only helped achieve this outcome but also gave me confidence and peace of mind along the way.
In the last few years, Dominique especially wasn’t only my lawyer, she was my advocate, my support and my voice when I needed it most.
Thank you for helping me move forward with hope, one day I want to be an advocate for women who are going through similar cases to never give up!"
Mary - Melbourne
Kind Words From Our Professional Network
"Dear Leanne,
We are writing to convey our sincere gratitude for the outstanding services you and your team at Pearsons have consistently provided in handling Family Law matters for our clients. Your team's unwavering expertise, empathy, and dedication have not gone unnoticed.
In our line of work, trust and confidence in referral partners are paramount. We have found in Pearsons a team that not only meets but exceeds our expectations, treating our clients with the utmost respect they deserve.
Post-engagement, since trust is especially vital during emotionally charged legal proceedings, your team’s commitment to ethical standards and professionalism solidifies Pearsons as our preferred choice for Family Law matters.
We wholeheartedly recommend Pearsons to our clients seeking expert guidance in Family Law. The services provided over the years have not only strengthened our client relationships but have consistently contributed to positive outcomes.
Thank you for your steadfast commitment throughout the years. We eagerly anticipate many more successful collaborations in the future."
Mark S - MKS Group
"Dear Leanne, let me convey my sincere thanks for the assistance and support you and your team have provided to the client I referred to you recently. That client was very pleased with the services provided.
Her feedback to me has been repeated on many occasions over the years by clients grateful to me for having sent them to Pearsons at one of the most difficult times in their lives. I have full
confidence that when a client of mine and our firm needs assistance in the area of family law, they will get the right guidance and advice from you. You have the remarkable ability to get straight to the point and provide sensible advice to achieve a quick and efficient resolution.
I look forward to working with you into the future and will continue to recommend our clients to Pearsons for all their family law requirements."
J Cascone, Kahns Lawyers
"Dear Leanne,
Thank you for looking after the needs of our clients who require Family Law assistance.
We have always received positive feedback from clients who have engaged your services. Common themes expressed in their feedback include your practical approach, client-focused service, thorough preparation, strong knowledge of Family Law, and empathetic understanding.
We have the utmost confidence in introducing clients with Family Law requirements to you and your team.
Congratulations on establishing an esteemed reputation in the field of Family Law.
When our clients require Family Law advice, we will, without hesitation, continue to introduce them to the team at Pearsons."
Robert James Lawyers
"Dear Leanne,
I am writing to express my great appreciation for the excellent work you, Joe, and the rest of the team at Pearsons continue to provide to all the clients I refer in Family Law matters.
I have trusted and utilised the services at Pearsons since first meeting Joe Scheppis in 1995.
Over the past 30 years, I have seen Pearsons grow and add to its professional family, while always maintaining impeccable care, empathy, communication, and integrity. Your assistance at all stages of the process— from initial client meetings to mediation/FDR, drafting consent orders, managing hearings and applications, and advising clients in their best interests and the best interests of their children—consistently exceeds expectations and provides much-needed reassurance during this highly emotional and difficult stage of their lives.
Importantly, your professional standards and expertise have never let me down. It is with great respect and confidence that I continue to refer my clients to you, assured that they will be well looked after and that your approach aligns seamlessly with my own.
Thank you for your ongoing work and commitment to this challenging yet rewarding area of law."
Dr Kaylene J Evers
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- Discuss your circumstances.
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- Discuss your options.
- Advise you of your entitlements.
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