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Fremantle Family Lawyers

Updated 2026-08-05 · 3,597 reviewed · 163 listed · Scored from 13 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.8(13) 57 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Fremantle Family Lawyers
Services
Family Law, Law Firm, Legal Services
Reviews
13

What recent reviews say

Five-star reviewers credit Chris Williams and staff member Renee Vasta with delivering strong court results, calm guidance, and reasonable fees. One-star clients report communication breakdowns, delayed responses, difficulty reaching the office, high retainers with little progress, and (in one case) blocked contact after requesting further deposits. The rating split (69% five-star, 31% one/two-star) reflects this divide sharply. Evidence of inconsistency is strong.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • strong court outcomes
  • cost-effective approach
  • responsive and calm
  • attentive staff (Renee Vasta praised)
Watch-outs
  • poor communication and follow-up
  • high fees without corresponding service
  • unreliable availability and punctuality
  • blocking client contact
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Best for: clients seeking mediation-based family law resolution with realistic budgets
Think twice if: you need reliable communication and consistent availability; mixed reviews on responsiveness and office hours raise concerns

Strengths

  • strong court results for some clients
  • mediation-based approach
  • cost-effective outcomes praised

Worth knowing

  • Chris Williams (principal, praised for court work and mediation)
  • Renee Vasta (staff member, specifically commended for investment in client cases)
  • office hours listed as 7 days but one complaint noted office not staffed until after 10am despite 9am opening
  • $10k trust retainer mentioned in one complaint; $4k charged in that case
  • one client reported email blocked after fee dispute

What reviews say by service

Family Law
strong court outcomes for some clients; communication and fee transparency gaps for others
Trial Attorney
praised for courtroom results but inconsistent client experience

How it compares

  • Rated 3.8 against a 4.57 average across the 153 family law businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 27% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 53
Review volume 50
Review recency 40
Review sentiment 49
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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9
4
0
3
0
2
0
1
4

Common questions

What does Chris Williams charge for family law work?
Reviews mention trust retainers (one cited $10k) and varying final charges. Clients report fees as 'surprisingly affordable' to 'charged like a wounded bull'. No standard pricing is published; contact the firm for a quote.
Is the office open on weekends?
The business lists 7 days of opening hours on Google, but one review noted the office was not staffed until after 10am despite a 9am listing. Confirm availability before visiting.

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Last updated 2026-08-05