Family Law Q&A
23 Sep Family Law Q&A
Our Marriage has broken down. If I move out of the house first, what are the consequences?...
Family Law
Lighthouse Project- Court changes to assist in Family Violence
21 Sep Lighthouse Project- Court changes to assist in Family Violence
The Family Court of Australia and the Federal Circuit Court of Australia are leading the way in assisting families that have experienced family violence or other safety concerns to navigate the family law system. The Project is the Courts’ response to calls for the family...
FAMILY LAW Q&A
09 Sep FAMILY LAW Q&A
Who has the right to change the locks on the house after separation? Even in circumstances where a party has been temporarily residing elsewhere during separation, the changing of the locks can come as somewhat of a shock. If a client contacts us in...
Domestic Financial Abuse
07 Sep Domestic Financial Abuse
Domestic Financial abuse is a form of family violence in which one partner attempts to exercise power and control over their spouse by limiting their access to finances and dictating the terms on which money is to be spent. It often happens alongside other types...
Family Law Q&As
26 Aug Family Law Q&As
Do All Family Law Matters Have To Go To Court? Short answer is no! Statistics show that approximately 85% of family law disputes are resolved without the Court being required to make any decision. In other words, people have been able to reach agreement between themselves and...
Financial Settlements without a lawyer
24 Aug Financial Settlements without a lawyer
After separation some people may choose to divide their assets without a lawyer, and understandably they are commonly motivated to save money and avoid the litigious process. However, people can run into problems and they typically fall into one of two categories:...
Family Law Q&As
12 Aug Family Law Q&As
How do I work out what is best for my children now that we have separated? The answer to this question will largely depend upon the client's and the children's individual circumstances. We advise clients that it is much better if Parents can decide between...
COVID19 and Family Law– A Response from the Courts
10 Aug COVID19 and Family Law– A Response from the Courts
The Family Court and the Federal Circuit Court have responded exceptionally well to the COVID-19 situation. They have been innovative in their response to the changing situation. The Courts, who were used to running their Hearings in a face-to-face manner had to adapt quickly to overhaul...
Family Law Q&A
31 Jul Family Law Q&A
With about 1 in 3 Australian marriages ending in divorce almost everyone knows someone who has been involved in the breakdown of a marriage or a de facto relationship. Not surprisingly this often results in rumours about what each party is entitled to receive....
The Top Ten Guide for Separated Parents During Covid 19
29 Jul The Top Ten Guide for Separated Parents During Covid 19
Many families have found the global pandemic as particularly stressful. Both parents and children are very anxious about the situation at this time. Parents are facing the stress of money and health worries in the pandemic, as well as the normal stresses and...