Family law, handled with care.
Harlow Family Law guides ACT families through separation, parenting arrangements and property settlement — with clear advice and a genuinely calm process, from first call to resolution.
First call is free, and everything you share is confidential.
What's bringing you here today?
Every family matter looks different — find the situation closest to yours to see what usually happens next.
Separation & Divorce
Understanding your options and rights before anything is decided.
What to expect →An approach built around your actual situation, not a billing clock.
Fixed-fee options
Know the cost of key stages upfront, before any work begins.
Mediation-first
Court is a last resort, not a default — we try the calmer path first.
Direct access
You deal with your lawyer directly, not a rotating cast of paralegals.
ACT-focused
Deep familiarity with Canberra courts, registries and local processes.
A small team, so you're never passed around.
Margaret Harlow
Twenty years practicing family law in the ACT, with a particular focus on complex property settlements.
David Kwan
A nationally accredited mediator who works to keep parenting matters out of the courtroom wherever possible.
From first call to resolution
Initial consultation
A free, confidential call to understand your situation and outline your options.
Understand your options
A clear written summary of the paths available and what each realistically involves.
Negotiate or mediate
We work toward agreement directly or through mediation before considering court.
Resolve & document
A formal, legally binding agreement so the matter is properly closed.
What people usually want to know first
How much will this cost?
We discuss likely costs at the first consultation and offer fixed fees for defined stages of work, so there are no surprises.
Is everything I say confidential?
Yes — your initial call and all subsequent conversations are protected by legal professional privilege.
Do I have to go to court?
Most matters we handle resolve through negotiation or mediation, without ever reaching a courtroom.
How long does a matter usually take?
It depends on complexity and how much agreement already exists — we'll give you a realistic estimate after the first consultation.