Our Expert Legal Team

Our dedicated, expert legal team, led by family lawyer Lauren Wilson, is committed to providing a personalised approach to separation and divorce. With their belief that it takes a village for people to recover from such challenges, they collaborate with psychologists, mediators, financial advisers, and other allied professionals to offer holistic support during this difficult and stressful time. Many of the team are parents, so Village Family Lawyers’ lawyers possess an innate understanding of family dynamics. They bring their experience, down-to-earth nature, and calm and practical approach to resolving family law issues.

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Founding Principal, Director and Family Lawyer

AIFLAM Nationally Accredited Mediator

LLB (Hons) BBusCom BTeach, Master of Applied Law (Family Law) (currently completing)

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Special Counsel

Accredited Specialist in Family Law, Master of Applied Law (Family Law), BA LLB

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Senior Associate

LLB (Hons) BA, Master of Applied Law (Family Law) (currently completing)

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Senior Associate

LEADR Nationally Accredited Mediator

BA LLB Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP)

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Senior Associate

LLB, BA, Master of Applied Law (Family Law) (currently completing)

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Associate Lawyer

LLB

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Associate Lawyer

BCCJ LLB GDLP, Master of Applied Law (Family Law) (currently completing)

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Senior Paralegal

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Paralegal

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Paralegal

Lauren Bicker | Village Family Lawyers

Practice Manager

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Legal Receptionist

Our Story

Village Family Lawyers was founded by Mornington Peninsula local Lauren Wilson, who envisioned a fresh and professional approach to family law services in the Mornington Peninsula, and Bayside region. With a deep passion for family law, Lauren recognised that separation is more than just a legal matter—it is an emotional and practical transition. She established Village Family Lawyers to provide holistic and resolution-focused legal support, ensuring clients feel empowered and supported throughout their legal journey.

Lauren has built a team of like-minded professionals who firmly believe that court should be the last resort. The team prioritises mediation and collaborative solutions to keep families out of court whenever possible. If litigation becomes unavoidable, they are committed to resolving matters efficiently to save clients valuable time, stress, and costs. Village Family Lawyers takes pride in simplifying complex legal processes, offering clear guidance and tailored strategies for both men and women navigating family law challenges.

Originally established in the beautiful village of Mount Eliza to serve the Mornington Peninsula and Bayside regions, the firm has expanded to meet growing demand. The Malvern office now provides dedicated legal services to Melbourne’s inner eastern suburbs, bringing the firm’s compassionate, down-to-earth, and knowledgeable approach to an even broader community.

At Village Family Lawyers, we understand that every family law matter is unique. Our mission is to deliver expert legal guidance with empathy and clarity, helping clients move forward with confidence and security.

Our Services

At Village Family Lawyers, we offer comprehensive family law services, including:

The Village Family Lawyers expert legal team are well-versed in all aspects of family law and is here to provide the guidance and support you need to navigate your unique situation. Whether it’s reaching a fair property settlement, establishing parenting arrangements, or dealing with family violence matters, we will work tirelessly to protect your best interests and the well-being of your family.

Contact Village Family Lawyers today to schedule a consultation, and let us guide you through your family law matters with professionalism, empathy, and practical solutions.

Testimonials

Please read what some of our clients have to say about Village Family Lawyers and their experience:

Cameron

Lauren and the team have provided me with a very supportive, positive experience given the difficult challenges one is faced with at this time.

They worked passionately to resolve an outcome that I was satisfied with and was well worth the investment to achieve a comfortable financial settlement

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Greg

Clare and Lauren were both thoroughly professional and caring when handling my separation.

At what was a difficult time for me they ensured the process went all very smoothly. Highly recommended.

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Nelson

Lauren and her team I found to be very supportive and caring during what is a very stressful time.

They were extremely professional with excellent communication, assistance, information and advice on family law clearly explained. I highly recommend Village Family Lawyers.

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Brad

In the midst of the most trying circumstances of my life, I never once doubted that I was in the proper hands. Lauren’s professionalism, integrity and expertise in family law are first-class.

She appears to have no trouble navigating through difficult and emotional circumstances while always focusing on the kids.

When I had no other option, I’m so glad I made the right choice with Lauren, Shirin and the team at Village Family Lawyers.

5

Andrew

I worked with Shirin from Village Family Lawyers, and she was amazing!

Throughout the process, she made everything clear and simple for me to understand and ensured that I received the best outcome. I would highly recommend Shirin to anyone.

5

Mark

In what was an extremely difficult time, Lauren’s caring nature, dedication and knowledge of Family Law was invaluable in order to navigate the legal process of separation.

Lauren is committed, respected and I can’t recommend her and her firm Village Family Lawyers highly enough.

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Sue

Lauren Wilson represented me through a soul destroying time for my kids and I. I found her to always be professional but also very supportive and kept me focused on the end goal.

My first meeting she told me “In the end no matter the outcome, your conscience needs to be clear, as that’s what you’ll need to rebuild on!”. So true this is and I am truly thankful to have had her represent me in an awful period of my life.

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Tash

To the amazingly talented team at Village Family Lawyers, I cannot thank you enough for helping me get my life back on track post-separation.

Your tireless dedication and support has empowered me to move onto the next chapter of my life and I’m incredibly excited for the journey that awaits. Thanks again!!

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Jodie

I could not recommend Village Family Lawyers highly enough for anyone looking for a professional, caring and supportive legal service.

Feeling totally overwhelmed and with no idea where to start regarding legal issues upon marriage separation, the first appointment with Lauren put my mind at ease immediately. Lauren’s professionalism and advice on family law matters helped me navigate through all of the legal issues that go along with marriage separation in a calm and confident manner, despite having a difficult to deal with ex-spouse.

Throughout such a stressful time, Lauren’s advice and recommendations were delivered in a straightforward and easy to comprehend manner, with excellent communication and prompt responses when required. I honestly can’t thank Lauren and staff at Village Family Lawyers enough for all of their help and ongoing support throughout this process.

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Paul

Village Family Lawyers were incredibly helpful, professional and knowledgeable.

I could always rely on quick responses and they were always there to reassure me through tricky aspects of my proceedings. They were thorough and took me through every step. Lauren and her team were so caring towards my requirements. I couldn’t recommend Village Family Lawyers highly enough.

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Contact us today and let us help you move forward with your life.

Telephone  1300 413 997

 

Office Locations

Mornington Peninsula & Bayside Office
Unit 1 / 24A Ranelagh Drive, Mount Eliza, Victoria, 3930

Melbourne Office
49-51 Station Street, Malvern, Victoria, 3144

Postal Address
PO Box 21, Mount Eliza, Victoria, 3930

 

 

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