Web design for family law firms
Build trust from the very first click
When clients are facing separation or custody disputes, they need a lawyer they can trust. We build clean, professional, and fast-loading websites for family lawyers that turn stressed visitors into confident inquiries.
- 5/5 from owners I've built for
- 10+
- Years building production sites
- ~24h
- To a tailored proposal
The problem
Your website is your digital reception area
A prospective client often decides whether to call your firm within seconds of landing on your website. If your site looks outdated or is hard to navigate on a phone, they will contact a competitor.
Common gaps
- Generic templates that fail to convey empathy and authority.
- Slow loading speeds that frustrate visitors in stressful situations.
- Confusing layouts that make it hard to find contact information or service details.
What we fix
- A polished, modern design that establishes instant professional credibility.
- Clear navigation guiding clients to your specific expertise (divorce, mediation, custody).
- Secure, mobile-optimised contact forms that make reaching out simple and discreet.
Foundations for sale
Conversion-ready foundations, tailored to your firm
We do not build from scratch every time. We start with proven, high-converting layouts and customise them completely to your firm's branding, services, and tone.
Foundation A: The Mediator
A calm, approachable layout perfect for collaborative family law and mediation practices.
Reference Foundation A in your proposal
Foundation B: The Litigator
A strong, authoritative design focused on expertise and robust legal representation.
Reference Foundation B in your proposal
Pricing snapshot
Transparent pricing. No surprises at the proposal.
Everything a modern family law practice needs to look professional online, without the bloated agency price tag.
Base build
AUD flat fee · five core pages · ~24 hour proposal
$20/mo
Managed hosting + SSL + fast global delivery
Included
- Five custom-designed pages (e.g. Home, About, Services, FAQ, Contact)
- Mobile-responsive and fast-loading
- Basic on-page SEO setup
- Secure contact forms sent straight to your inbox
- Full ownership of your site and design once paid
- Direct communication with your developer
SiteSubs vs the alternatives
How SiteSubs compares
Same goal: a working website that earns trust. Different trade-offs on price, effort, and ownership. Here is what you actually get with each option.
| Compare | RecommendedSiteSubs | Wix | Squarespace | Webflow | Framer | WordPress | Agency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upfront build cost | $800 flat | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 (DIY) | $3k–$15k+ |
| Ongoing monthly cost | $20/mo | $17–$45/mo | $23–$65/mo | $14–$39+/mo | $5–$30/mo | $10–$30/mo | $200+/mo retainer |
| Time to live site | 24–72 hrs | Weeks (DIY) | Weeks (DIY) | Weeks (DIY) | Weeks (DIY) | Weeks (DIY) | 4–12 weeks |
| Who builds the site | We do | You do | You do | You do | You do | You / dev | They do |
| Custom design | Custom | Template | Template | Blank canvas | Blank canvas | Theme-based | Custom |
| Performance & SEO baked in | Limited | Limited | Depends | Depends | Plugin-heavy | ||
| You own the code | Locked in | Locked in | Hosted only | Hosted only | |||
| Single contact, accountable | Charlie | None | None | None | None | None | 3–5 people |
SiteSubs
- Upfront build cost
- $800 flat
- Ongoing monthly cost
- $20/mo
- Time to live site
- 24–72 hrs
- Who builds the site
- We do
- Custom design
- Custom
- Performance & SEO baked in
- You own the code
- Single contact, accountable
- Charlie
Wix
- Upfront build cost
- $0
- Ongoing monthly cost
- $17–$45/mo
- Time to live site
- Weeks (DIY)
- Who builds the site
- You do
- Custom design
- Template
- Performance & SEO baked in
- Limited
- You own the code
- Locked in
- Single contact, accountable
- None
Squarespace
- Upfront build cost
- $0
- Ongoing monthly cost
- $23–$65/mo
- Time to live site
- Weeks (DIY)
- Who builds the site
- You do
- Custom design
- Template
- Performance & SEO baked in
- Limited
- You own the code
- Locked in
- Single contact, accountable
- None
Webflow
- Upfront build cost
- $0
- Ongoing monthly cost
- $14–$39+/mo
- Time to live site
- Weeks (DIY)
- Who builds the site
- You do
- Custom design
- Blank canvas
- Performance & SEO baked in
- Depends
- You own the code
- Hosted only
- Single contact, accountable
- None
Framer
- Upfront build cost
- $0
- Ongoing monthly cost
- $5–$30/mo
- Time to live site
- Weeks (DIY)
- Who builds the site
- You do
- Custom design
- Blank canvas
- Performance & SEO baked in
- Depends
- You own the code
- Hosted only
- Single contact, accountable
- None
WordPress
- Upfront build cost
- $0 (DIY)
- Ongoing monthly cost
- $10–$30/mo
- Time to live site
- Weeks (DIY)
- Who builds the site
- You / dev
- Custom design
- Theme-based
- Performance & SEO baked in
- Plugin-heavy
- You own the code
- Single contact, accountable
- None
Agency
- Upfront build cost
- $3k–$15k+
- Ongoing monthly cost
- $200+/mo retainer
- Time to live site
- 4–12 weeks
- Who builds the site
- They do
- Custom design
- Custom
- Performance & SEO baked in
- You own the code
- Single contact, accountable
- 3–5 people
What's included
Built for performance and peace of mind
We handle the technical heavy lifting so you can focus on your caseload.
Lightning fast speed
Built with modern code so your pages load instantly, preventing impatient prospects from bouncing.
Mobile optimised
Flawless performance on smartphones, where the majority of your clients will likely find you.
Built for search
Clean structure and on-page SEO best practices to help you rank in local family law searches.
Total ownership
Once the build is paid for, you own the website, the design, and the code outright.
Secure inquiries
Reliable contact forms that ensure client messages arrive safely in your inbox.
How it works
A streamlined process for busy lawyers
No endless meetings or confusing jargon. Just a simple, efficient path to launch.
- 01
1. Brief & proposal
Fill out a short brief about your firm. We return a free, clear proposal within 24 hours.
- 02
2. Design & build
We take your content and branding, and construct the full website on a private staging link.
- 03
3. Review
You review the live preview. We make any necessary tweaks until you are completely satisfied.
- 04
4. Launch
We connect your domain, apply SSL security, and push your new digital practice live to the world.
Who builds your site
One professional. No middlemen.
I'm Charlie - a web developer-designer with over 10 years of experience building high-performance websites for businesses of all sizes. When you work with me, you work with me. No account managers, no outsourced teams, no playing telephone with your feedback.
I started SiteSubs because I saw too many business owners getting burned - paying agencies thousands for slow, bloated sites, or trying to do it themselves and looking unprofessional online. There's a better way: transparent pricing, custom design, and sites that actually convert traffic. I understand that confidentiality and professionalism are paramount in family law, and I build sites that reflect those values.
Real owners, real builds
Don't just take my word for it
Honest feedback from business owners I have worked with directly. No filler, no agencies, no middlemen.
“Charlie is a true asset. From logos and websites to complex automations, he delivers high-quality work quickly and with genuine care. He has been invaluable in shaping our systems, branding, and growth. I couldn't recommend him highly enough.”
Lance Brown
Owner Director
jatelectrics.com.au
“Charlie's guidance in building the interactive aspects of our unique equine research website made all the difference. He delivered great visuals with no clutter, and the feedback on our user-friendly interface has been excellent. Great work and excellent value for money.”
Stuart Walker
Chair & Trustee
ruralguardian.org.nz
“Charlie provided the complete package. He didn't just build a website; he created a cohesive brand identity that truly elevates our professional image. From the logo design to the final site launch, the process was seamless.”
Gabriel Lanton
Owner Director
lighthawk.com.au
Questions
Common questions from family lawyers
Ready when you are
Ready to upgrade your firm's online presence?
Get a professional, high-converting family law website launched in a fraction of the time and cost of a traditional agency.
Reply within ~24 hours · No obligation · You own the site