Best solicitors in Perth Metropolitan
This list ranks firms for which solicitor work is the core service, using our methodology to weigh rating, review volume, recency and sentiment together. It covers the range from established property and family law practices to smaller firms with fewer reviews on record.
Looking for a broader field across all practice areas, not just specialists? See best lawyer overall for that wider ranking.
Picks are ranked by score and relevance to solicitor, so a lower overall score can rank higher here.
1. Furstenberg Solicitors & Notaries
4.8 (119)score 89/100
Willem Furstenberg's practice draws praise for making legal work feel unremarkable in the best way: quotes that hold, drafting that comes back fast, and staff who explain each step without jargon. Long-standing clients keep coming back year after year, a strong signal for consistency over time.
Services: wills estate planning, family law, solicitor, conveyancing property law
2. MDH Legal
4.9 (117)score 90/100
MDH Legal handles residential and commercial settlements with a depth of track record that shows in repeat business: many clients return for multiple transactions over the years. Named staff (Cathy La Verde, Melissa Dixon, Sacha, Rhianan) are called out specifically for patience and thorough answers, not just general friendliness.
Services: wills estate planning, family law, law firm, conveyancing property law
3. Tan and Tan Lawyers
4.7 (166)score 88/100
Raymond and Tommy's team covers a wide span of work, from visa applications to estate matters, and reviewers highlight results as much as manner: permanent residencies approved, estates settled without drama. The firm's transparency about costs and scope stands out against the volume of reviews behind it, one of the highest in this list.
Services: wills estate planning, criminal law, free consultation, immigration law
4. ABMS Lawyers
5 (43)score 86/100
Every review on record for Juliette Somerville's firm is five stars, with clients repeatedly noting she keeps separations out of court where possible and stays reachable outside normal hours. The review count is modest, so treat the perfect score as a strong early signal rather than a settled verdict.
Watch out: Review volume is still fairly small, so the perfect rating deserves a few more data points over time.
Services: wills estate planning, commercial business law, family law, law firm
5. Baily Family Law
4.8 (59)score 80/100
Named lawyers here, particularly Jaymee Poh, Karen Campbell and Jeff Hewitt, get repeated credit for steering families through property settlements and custody disputes with realistic advice and budgets that don't blow out. One serious complaint about a missed court appearance and lawyer substitution stands out against an otherwise strong record.
Watch out: One account describes a court no-show and a substitute lawyer taking over without the expected follow-through.
Services: wills estate planning, free consultation, family law, law firm
6. Simplify Family Lawyers
4.7 (13)score 76/100
Robert Pearson's small practice earns praise for pairing legal knowledge with genuine empathy, and fixed transparent pricing on core services helps clients know costs upfront. Review volume is on the low side, worth factoring in alongside one account of representation ending before a case fully closed.
Watch out: One client reports the lawyer withdrew from representation late in the process without the outcome they wanted.
Services: family law, solicitor, law firm, civil law attorney
7. DS Family Law Midland
4.8 (25)score 72/100
DS Family Law Midland's named team, Helen, Caley, Greg, Cecil and Doris among them, gets credit for realistic advice and steady updates through court proceedings, including relocation and parenting disputes. The review base is still on the smaller side, so this is one to watch as more feedback accumulates.
Services: family law, law firm, legal services, solicitor
8. Haynes Leeuwin
4.4 (14)score 71/100
Clients navigating wills and probate describe attentive, competent guidance through what's often an emotionally difficult process. An older complaint about unanswered quote emails sits alongside more recent reviews showing attentive service, so response speed by email is worth confirming directly.
Watch out: A dated complaint mentions unresponsiveness to email quote requests; recent reviews suggest this has improved.
Services: wills estate planning, personal injury law, family law, solicitor
9. Michael Paterson & Associates
4.9 (13)score 71/100
Michael Paterson's practice gets singled out for making complicated wills and property disputes understandable, with steady follow-up cited as much as the final result. The review sample is modest, so this is a solid pick worth verifying with a direct conversation before committing.
Services: family law, trial attorney, solicitor, commercial business law
10. Prime Law Pty Ltd
4.5 (8)score 71/100
Running since 2006, Prime Law draws praise for tailored advice and going beyond the basics of a standard case. The review count is small, so weigh the positive tone against the limited sample before relying on it too heavily.
Watch out: Very few reviews on record, so conclusions here should stay tentative.
Services: personal injury law, family law, law firm, legal services
11. Klimek & Wijay
4.1 (17)score 65/100
Vince Bradley and Nic Coveney get credit for detailed preparation and cost control in contested family matters, but the picture is genuinely split: other reviewers describe aggressive tactics and poor responsiveness after payment. Worth going in with clear expectations about communication style.
Watch out: Multiple accounts describe aggressive correspondence tactics and reduced contact after fees are paid.
Services: free consultation, family law, law firm, legal services
12. DCH Legal Group
4.6 (19)score 62/100
Daniel Loreck and Georgina Sullivan are named repeatedly for handling custody disputes with speed and genuine engagement rather than going through the motions. One older complaint about refusing joint meetings and surprise charges is worth asking about upfront given it's the main blemish on an otherwise positive record.
Watch out: An older complaint mentions refusal to meet both parties jointly and charges for unsolicited work.
Services: family law, trial attorney, civil law attorney, law firm
13. James Chong Lawyers
3.5 (15)score 62/100
Elaine, Audrey and Angie earn praise for speed and clarity specifically on settlement work, but the overall record is genuinely mixed, with about half of recent reviews flagging poor communication or fees running well above competitors. Best approached with a clear fee agreement in writing before starting.
Watch out: Roughly half of recent reviews cite fees far above competitors and instructions not being followed.
Services: personal injury law, law firm, solicitor, trial attorney
14. Fremantle Family Lawyers
3.8 (13)score 57/100
Chris Williams and staff member Renee Vasta get strong praise from some clients for calm guidance and solid court results, but the rating split (roughly 69% five-star against 31% one or two-star) points to real inconsistency in communication and availability. Go in with realistic expectations and confirm response times early.
Watch out: Nearly a third of reviews describe communication breakdowns, high retainers with little progress, or being blocked after requesting deposits.
Services: family law, law firm, legal services, solicitor
15. Graham Morrow, Barrister & Solicitor (Princess Chambers, Fremantle)
5 (2)score 53/100
Graham Morrow's construction law knowledge and ethical approach get strong marks from the two reviews on file, spanning nine years of practice at Princess Chambers in Fremantle. The sample is genuinely tiny, so treat this as a lead worth a direct conversation rather than a settled recommendation.
Watch out: Only two reviews are on record, spanning nine years, so there isn't much data to go on.
Services: family law, law firm, legal services, solicitor
What decides who ranks first?
| Signal | Weight |
|---|---|
| Review sentiment | 28% |
| Google rating | 26% |
| Review volume | 20% |
| Profile completeness | 16% |
| Review recency | 10% |
Ranking data checked 2026-09-05 · Full methodology ›
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