Family Law Q&A
21 Oct Family Law Q&A
At what age can my children choose who they live with, and/or choose how often they see the other parent? At what age can a child’s views be more influential than that of their parents?...
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Child relocation after Separation
18 Oct Child relocation after Separation
The Family Court of Australia hears many applications each year of parents seeking to relocate with their children against the wishes of the other parent, often to be closer to family support, for a re-marriage or for employment opportunities. In doing so, the Courts must consider...
Parenting with my Ex in the middle of the COVID19 Pandemic
05 Oct Parenting with my Ex in the middle of the COVID19 Pandemic
Parenting with my Ex in the middle of the COVID19 Pandemic This has been a difficult time for many families trying to work out what to do with the arrangements for their children during the COVID19 global pandemic. We have outlined some of the issues that...
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...
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...