We are often approached and asked if we can represent both people in a family law matter. Why? Because many of the clients we help are amicable (to varying extents)….
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Have you heard the term mediation before, and wondered what it involves? Maybe you have received a proposal from your former partner or their lawyer to attend a mediation? If…
Have you received Consent Orders from your ex? Do you want to understand the legal jargon and make sure it doesn’t negatively impact you? Then keep on reading to find…
“Hi, I am calling about a Divorce”. This is the most common statement that we hear from new family law enquiries. But, did you know that applying for Divorce is…
Separation can be one of the most stressful and difficult times of a person’s life (even an amicable separation). No doubt those of you reading this post who have experienced…
Williams & Oamra [2020] FCWA 109 The Issue The main issue in this case was the competing positions of the husband and the wife. The wife was arguing…
On 1 September 2021, the Federal Circuit Court and Family Court of Australia merged together. As a result, the new Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Family Law) Rules…
NEW FEDERAL CIRCUIT AND FAMILY COURT OF AUSTRALIA Did you know that the Family Court System is about to go through a major shake-up? As of 1 September 2021, the…
What are Final Orders? Final Parenting Orders can be made by either: – agreement between parties, which is known as Consent Orders; or – a Judge making Final Orders after…
When someone is separating, they will understandably have many questions running through their mind. Our post aims to address some of those potential key questions. The below questions and answers…
Radecki & Fairbairn [2020] FamCAFC 307 The Issue The main issue in this case was that the Court had to decide whether the de facto relationship had broken down….
The short answer – yes! Your former partner could access your super after separation. This is known as a ‘superannuation split’. The purpose of this post is to provide some…
It’s the phrase we hear all too often. However, reaching an agreement with your former spouse before knowing how the law applies to you can be catastrophic. Why? Because you…
The short answer is no. This is a common misconception. There is no exact calculation to decide how assets will be divided between separated couples (also known as a property…
Mediation can be a very useful tool to help resolve your family law matter without going to court. It is a chance for you and your former partner to discuss…
Social Media. Some of us love it, some of us hate it, some of us use it and some of us abuse it! With Facebook alone having approximately 2.5 billion…
Takeaway Point A prenup (otherwise known as a financial agreement in Australia) may be an awkward discussion to have at the start of a relationship; however, should you separate, it…
The world is changing and we couldn’t be more grateful for technology and the internet! Our sincere thanks go out to the amazing app developers and entrepreneurs. Your brains and…
Takeaway Point As part of separating, assets can be moved, hidden, sold and wasted in a number of different ways. Unfortunately, we have seen it all! If you are concerned…
