We are Children’s Court specialists prepared to fight hard for our clients.

We are a different type of law practice. Motivated through integrity and a strong focus on social justice, we provide the very best legal representation to our clients by practicing client-focused, holistic legal work.

Started by Joel Orenstein in 2009, over the last decade we have grown to be industry leaders in Child Protection and Youth Crime. We have a strong reputation for our depth of expertise, as well as our fearless and compassionate advocacy.

We are members of the exclusive Victoria Legal Aid Panels in Child Protection, Crime, (including Youth Crime), and Family Violence and have been Law Institute of Victoria Accredited Specialists in Children’s Law since 2015.

Although now based in Geelong, we represent parents and children in the Children’s Court throughout Victoria.

“The team at Orenstein Lawyers are the experts when it comes to child protection law. They show compassion and genuine care when providing guidance and support. Having them assist you through what could be the worst time of your life to get the outcomes needed for your family. There is no one more passionate than Joel and his team. Very strong advocates for keeping Aboriginal families together.”

Jodi C., Aboriginal Wellbeing Officer