New Way Lawyers

06/09/2026

Happy Father’s Day 💙
Because being there, showing up and putting family first can make all the difference.

10/05/2026

Today, we acknowledge the many people navigating motherhood, parenting and family changes in all their different forms. 💙
To those doing the best they can through difficult seasons — we see you, we honour you, and we’re here for you.

Happy Mother’s Day from the team at New Way Lawyers.

26/04/2026

Lest we forget...

New Way Lawyers will be closed on Monday, 27 April 2026 in observance of the public holiday. This also includes our 'Lunch with a Lawyer Monday session, so we won't be online for Lunch with a Lawyer. We will resume normal operations on Tuesday, 28 April 2026.

If you have a new enquiry, please visit www.newwaylawyers.com.au
and complete the Contact Us form. We will respond to messages upon our return.

Wishing everyone a safe and peaceful long weekend

02/04/2026

New Way Lawyers will be closed on Friday, 3 April 2026 (Good Friday) and Monday, 6 April 2026 (Easter Monday) in observance of the public holidays. This includes our Lunch with a Lawyer sessions.
We will resume operations on Tuesday, 7 April 2026.

If you have a new enquiry, please visit our website at www.newwaylawyers.com.au and complete the Contact Us form.

Wishing everyone a joyous and peaceful Easter break! ❤️

26/02/2026

This is BIG. Truly.
We are beyond proud to share that our Founder & CEO, Carolyn Devries, has gone from finalist to Winner of the 2026 Community Hero Award by Smokeball Australia.

What began as a vision to create Australia’s first not-for-profit family law firm has now supported over 10,000 individuals — and counting.
Thank you to Smokeball, and to our incredible community who continue to support and believe in this mission ❤

Congratulations to the winner of our 2026 Community Hero Award, Carolyn Devries from New Way Lawyers! 🏆

Carolyn established New Way Lawyers as a not-for-profit family law firm to support those who don’t qualify for government funding and who can’t afford private legal costs. Her firm has now serviced over 10,000 individuals and, on top of that, Carolyn has helped to launch a number of initiatives to help provide free legal advice and education to the community. The work that she and her firm do is remarkable in a time where Legal Aid and government-funded centres are under great pressure.

Thank you to everyone who sent in nominations this year and a huge shout out to our finalists who, regardless, are all still heroes of their communities doing incredible things. 🧡

14/02/2026

Today can mean different things to different people.

For some, it’s flowers and dinner plans.
For others, it’s simply getting through the day — showing up for your children, managing change, and finding your footing again.

If you’re navigating separation or co-parenting, know that steady, informed decisions today can shape a more secure tomorrow.

Our team at New Way Lawyers is here to provide clear, practical family law guidance when you need it.

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06/02/2026

Strong relationships create stronger families.
When communication breaks down, stress builds — and it often affects the whole household.
In our latest blog, published with Northern Beaches Mums , we explore how investing in your relationship health can support not just your partnership, but your family’s wellbeing too.

👉 https://northernbeachesmums.com.au/how-you-can-invest-in-your-relationship-health/

04/02/2026

We’re thrilled to share that our Founder & CEO, Carolyn Devries, has been named a finalist for the 2026 Smokeball Community Hero Award! ❤

Through New Way Lawyers, Carolyn has championed access to justice for all—from pioneering Australia’s first non-profit law firm, to creating our private Facebook group Lunch with a Lawyer, and launching programs supporting domestic violence victims at work.

We’re proud to see her vision recognised on a national stage ❤

Announcing the fourth finalist for our 2026 Community Hero Award: Carolyn Devries from New Way Lawyers! 🎉

As Founder, CEO, and Principal Lawyer of New Way Lawyers, Carolyn pioneered Australia's first non-profit law firm, creating a third model of legal service provision for those who don't qualify for government funding and cannot afford private legal costs. For more than 15 years, her firm has served over 10,000 individuals with legal advice and representation. In 2019, Carolyn launched ‘Lunch with a Lawyer’, a free online service where each weekday, a lawyer from her firm spends their lunch break answering questions and providing legal information to members. Lunch with a Lawyer now serves over 9,000 users with over 2,400 questions answered annually.

In 2025, she helped to launch the Safe and Supported at Work Program in partnership with Relationship Matters, providing domestic violence victims access to legal advice and counselling through employer-funded Employee Assistance Programs, an initiative launched by the Assistant Minister for the Prevention of Family Violence.

Learn more about our 2026 finalists: https://go.smokeball.com.au/l/932333/2026-02-02/9fhqs