Going through family changes?
Whether you're separating, going through divorce, or dealing with custody issues, we provide clear guidance and sensitive support during difficult times.
What our clients say
Rated 4.8 from 190+ Google reviews“Would highly recommend the team from Coyne Solicitors. Very professional and helpful with anything asked of them.”
Dean Shallow
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“Very professional and excellent service! Thanks again for your help!”
Elena Mihaila
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“Great service and advice. Would recommend to others.”
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We guide you through family changes
Family law matters can be emotionally difficult and confusing. We explain your options clearly, support you through the process, and work towards fair outcomes for you and your children.
Support tailored to your situation
Every family's circumstances are different. We take time to understand your specific situation and provide advice that fits your needs.
Everything explained clearly
We explain legal processes in plain English and keep you informed throughout, so you can make decisions with confidence.
Your interests are protected
We work hard to protect your rights and achieve outcomes that are fair for you and any children involved.
How we help with family matters
Legal support for the most common family law situations people face.
If you're separating or divorcing
We guide you through property division, spousal maintenance, financial settlements, and all the legal requirements.
If there are children involved
We help arrange fair custody and access agreements that put the children's interests first while protecting your parental rights.
Guardianship and parental rights
If you need to establish or protect parental rights, or apply for guardianship, we guide you through the legal process.
If you need protection from abuse
We can help you get legal protection orders if you or your children are at risk of domestic violence or abuse.
Resolving disputes fairly
We try to resolve family disputes through discussion and mediation, but will represent you in court if necessary.
Your family law team
In the order you'll usually meet them.
Cara Byrne
Reception Manager
Cara is the first point of contact at Coyne Solicitors, looking after reception and front of house.
She makes sure every client, caller and visitor is met promptly and pointed to the right person on the team.
Sasha Stepanenko
Social Media & Litigation Manager
Sasha holds a Bachelor of Laws from Zhytomyr Polytechnic State University in Ukraine and supports the firm's Litigation and Family Law departments.
She manages the firm's social media and speaks English, Ukrainian, Russian, and intermediate Polish.
Manoel Nunes
Lawyer — Probate & Sports Law
Manoel is a Brazilian-qualified lawyer with over 10 years of experience in civil law, particularly contentious probate, plus civil litigation, family law and sports law.
Fluent in Portuguese and English, he works in probate and elder law and sports law, focusing on Portuguese-speaking football clubs.
Tara Reilly
Trainee Solicitor
A Trainee Solicitor from County Mayo, Tara holds an LLB from the University of Galway and has gained international experience as a paralegal in Australia.
She builds on her work across commercial property, probate and elder law, licensing, litigation and family law.
Andrea Clarke
Principal Solicitor
Leading Coyne Solicitors with extensive experience from national organisations on state-of-the-art projects, Andrea was Ireland's first female FIFA-registered football agent.
She is President of the South Dublin Chamber of Commerce and the current Sole Principal of the Year at the Irish Law Awards. She holds a Global Masters in International Sports Law (ISDE) and is a certified GDPR expert, company secretary, sports director and commercial contracts lawyer. She has also passed her notary public examinations and will be admitted as a notary before the end of 2026.
An expert in complex property transactions, she has worked for Ireland's largest landowner, and spent several years in the courts specialising in family law.
Andrea spends most of her time on corporate funding transactions and the acquisition and sale of businesses, bringing a practical, solution-focused approach from years at the helm of business.
Speak to a solicitor
Tell us about your situation and we'll explain your options and how we can help.
Questions about family law and separation
Quick answers to help you understand your options and what to expect.