Blackwood Family Lawyers is based in Melbourne CBD and holds a 4.9-star average from 322 reviews. Cassandra Selvaggio, Sarah Askin and Karen Devey are named repeatedly for family court matters, complex parenting disputes and binding financial agreements, with several reviewers describing multi-year engagements handled with what they call genuine care rather than a purely transactional approach. Zak McMurray and Caitlin Elliott are also mentioned for tact in sensitive cases. The consistency of detailed, positive reviews points to a well-regarded family law specialist firm.
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4.9 / 5 · 322 totalGoing through family court is not an experience that any party goes through easily. So finding a lawyer you connect with who not only believes in the person you are but understands that perfection, not only as an ex-partner but as a parent, is not achievable, makes all the difference. Jennifer Zekirovska achieves this with a warm and non-judgemental personality and an infectious charisma that resonates on many levels. When making such a significant investment in legal representation, you want someone who relates to you, and by chance I found myself in Jen’s capable hands, with an intelligent and understanding legal mind I trusted. I am very grateful for Jen’s guidance and support!
I cannot recommend Cassandra Selvaggio and Sarah Askin highly enough. From the very beginning, they were professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive throughout my case. My matter was quite complex, but I always felt confident and secure with their advice and guidance. They took the time to explain everything clearly, kept me informed throughout the process, and were always responsive to any questions or concerns I had. What stood out most was their dedication, attention to detail, and genuine care for achieving the best possible outcome. Navigating a complex legal matter can be very stressful, but having Cassandra and Sarah on my side gave me great peace of mind. I am extremely grateful for their hard work and professionalism and would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone seeking legal assistance. Thank you, Cassandra and Sarah, for your outstanding support and expertise. Kind regards, Barbara
Connecting with Elizabeth at Blackwood Family Lawyers has been a godsend. Chloe, her legal assistant, was my first point of contact and she was truly so easy to speak to which is what you want when entering something unknown. I’ll be honest, when I initially considered working with a lawyer, I was worried for what was to come financially and emotionally. During the most vulnerable, stressful and traumatic time in my life, Elizabeth showed genuine care and understanding. She didn’t milk the situation and I’m thankful she gave me advice for any worse case scenario. This helped me prepare mentally for upcoming battles. But most importantly her service empowered and reassured me as a strong mother who fought for her family. On behalf of my beautiful family, thank you for everything Chloe and Elizabeth!
Karen and Kelly have been amazing through a really difficult and stressful time. Karen was always professional, calm and straight forward, and I always felt supported and well represented. Kelly was also great to deal with, always helpful, organised and quick to respond. I am very grateful for everything they’ve both done for me and would highly recommend them.
Zak McMurray and the team at Blackwood Family Lawyers were exceptional throughout my experience. They showed genuine understanding of my situation and provided clear, thoughtful advice every step of the way. Their support made a difficult process much more manageable, and I always felt confident I was in good hands. I highly recommend their services.
My separation was dealt with by Caroline and Carla. My matter became long and protracted, but Caroline provided good advice and support along the way. I felt consulted during the process and was given the opportunity to review and input into matters if useful. I didn’t feel like I was taken advantage of and Caroline was super quick in preparing materials. I’d have no hesitation in recommending Blackwood Family Lawyers.
I am incredibly grateful for the legal services provided by Karen Devey from Blackwood Family Lawyers over the last three years. Karen is a highly professional and detail-oriented lawyer who truly cares about her clients. What sets her apart is her exceptional strategic approach; she has a remarkable ability to navigate complex situations with foresight and precision, always staying several steps ahead. She is a meticulous professional who tirelessly protects her clients' rights while always prioritizing their best interests. Her expertise and brilliant tactical planning have been invaluable to me throughout this long journey. Thank you, Karen, for your outstanding service, your dedication, and for always fighting to achieve the best possible results!