EXCLUSIVELY FAMILY LAW

When Your Family's Future Is At Stake, You Deserve An Advocate Who Truly Listens.

We don't just represent. We relate.

Divorce, custody and separation are the hardest moments a family faces. Led by principal solicitor Michael Cruz, our team brings 20+ years of combined family law experience — compassionate, resolute advocacy with straight talk, direct senior-lawyer access, and a fierce courtroom defence of what matters most: your children, your home, your future.

Direct Access to Principal Solicitor Michael Cruz
Transparent Fixed-Fee Options
Sydney CBD & Ultimo Offices
Divorce & Separation
Child Custody & Parenting Plans
High-Net-Worth Property Division
Binding Financial Agreements
Free, No-Obligation Consultation

Your Family Deserves A Lawyer Who Actually Cares About The Outcome.

Most people who reach out to us feel overwhelmed, unsure, and afraid of what comes next. That's exactly why your first conversation with Michael Cruz is free — no jargon, no pressure, and no judgement. Just honest advice about your options so you can breathe again and decide what's right for your family.

100% confidential. What you share stays between us — protected by legal privilege from the very first call.

Speak to a senior lawyer, not a receptionist. Michael Cruz personally reviews every enquiry and responds within one business day.

Prefer to talk now? Call (02) 8251 0052

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(02) 8251 0052 michael@innercitylawyers.com
Our Practice Areas

Results & Support You Deserve

We specialize exclusively in family law. Our proven ability to handle delicate, high-stakes family matters combined with Michael Cruz's courtroom mastery allows us to deliver the tailored support our clients deserve.

Divorce & SeparationSpecialist Area

Divorce & Separation

Guiding you through every legal and emotional aspect of ending a marriage or de facto relationship, protecting your assets and rights.

Child Custody & ParentingChild Focused

Child Custody & Parenting

Securing parenting plans and consent orders focused on your children's best interests, relocation matters, and equal-time arrangements.

Property & Asset SettlementsFinancial Settlements

Property & Asset Settlements

Resolving property divisions from family homes to complex structures, trusts, family businesses, and superannuation splitting.

Binding Financial AgreementsAsset Protection

Binding Financial Agreements

Prenuptial, postnuptial and separation agreements crafted with precision to safeguard wealth and deliver financial certainty.

Our Guarantee

Reliable Legal Guidance

We're a family law firm that values genuine human connection. With 20+ years of combined family law experience, our solutions are always focused on what matters most — achieving the best possible outcome for you and your children.

Client-First Approach

We listen, understand, and respond proactively to your family's needs.

Direct Access to Principal Solicitor Michael Cruz

Clients have direct contact with Michael Cruz and senior solicitors anytime.

Tailored Legal Solution

Every family dispute gets a bespoke strategy suited to your circumstances.

Free Initial Consultation

Contact our expert family lawyers via phone, video, or in office.

Top Rated Law Firm

Comprehensive support and clear guidance throughout the entire process.

Award-Winning Team

Recognised excellence in high-stakes negotiation and courtroom advocacy.

Affordable Legal Fees

Transparent pricing, flexible payment terms, and fixed-fee options.

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Confidential case review with Michael Cruz.

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Always By Your Side

Our commitment is to not only guide our clients with expert family law advice but also to provide a reassuring presence, helping them feel heard and supported every step of the way. With 20+ years of combined family law experience, we are a close-knit team able to provide personalised attention to your matter.

Given the emotional sensitivity of family law matters, it is our top priority to create a comfortable and reassuring environment for you while relentlessly protecting what matters most.

Michael Cruz — Principal Solicitor
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Michael Cruz

Inner City Family & Criminal Lawyers — 20+ years of combined family law experience defending client interests with empathy, integrity, and formidable precision.

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Why Choose Inner City Lawyers

Listen, Understand, & Respond

Experienced family lawyers providing practical advice, personalised legal strategy, responsive communication, and a strong history of successful outcomes for clients facing divorce, custody, and asset disputes.

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Expert Family Law Guidance

Receive advice from seasoned lawyers with deep expertise purely in Australian family law, parenting orders, and property settlements.

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Client Centered Approach

Tailored legal strategies designed with your unique needs and children's welfare in mind.

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Results-Driven Representation

We pursue every matter with the goal of achieving the best possible outcome through negotiation, mediation, or trial.

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Accessible & Responsive

Direct access to Principal Solicitor Michael Cruz and prompt updates so you are never left wondering about your case.

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Proven Success Record

A track record of high-value settlements and parenting agreements that speaks for itself.

Testimonials

What Our Family Law Clients Say

"I want to thank Michael for the amazing work and effort that he has displayed… Michael has shown complete empathy and understanding of my delicate family situations and has always been just a phone call away when I needed him."
StevenDivorce & Child Custody
"I was impressed by Michael Cruz's expertise. He handled my complex family property case with supreme professionalism and achieved an outstanding result that secured my financial future."
TianProperty Settlement
"Michael Cruz is very thorough in his work and leaves no stone unturned. We have the upmost respect and trust in him and his firm. Highly recommend to anyone going through family separation."
BlakeParenting Orders
"I have dealt with Michael Cruz on several occasions and he is a fantastic solicitor. Me and my family trust him and his firm completely with all our sensitive legal issues."
Jamie (Business Owner)Financial Agreement
Inner City Family Lawyers
Trusted by families across Sydney & New South Wales
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Speak With Our Family Lawyers Today

Let us help you get personalised legal support and guidance. So head over to our office, or give us a call, and you can see how our empathy and consideration makes all the difference.

Direct Phone
(02) 8251 0052
Opening Hours
Mon – Fri: 8:30am – 6:00pm
After-hours & weekend urgent appointments available

Two Convenient NSW Locations

Sydney CBD OfficeLevel 1/299 Elizabeth St,
Sydney NSW 2000
Ultimo Office330 Wattle Street
Ultimo NSW 2007
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Book a FREE Family Law Consultation

Fill out the form below. Michael Cruz or a senior family lawyer will contact you within 24 hours.

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Our Locations

Visit Our Offices in Two Convenient Locations

You can visit our team at either of our Sydney offices. Check the directions below to find what suits you best.

Sydney CBD
Level 1/299 Elizabeth St, Sydney NSW 2000
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Ultimo Office
330 Wattle Street, Ultimo NSW 2007
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