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ORDERS FOR SUPERVISED TIME WITH CHILDREN

ORDERS FOR SUPERVISED TIME WITH CHILDREN

Pursuant to the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth), all children maintain the right to have contact with both their parents ...
The importance of obtaining proper advice when entering into a Binding Financial Agreement

The importance of obtaining proper advice when entering into a Binding Financial Agreement

We as family lawyers are, at times, faced with situations where there is a significant power imbalance or ...
Hardship pursuant to s90K(1)(d) of the Family Law Act – How and when may the Court set aside a Binding Financial agreement on this ground?

Hardship pursuant to s90K(1)(d) of the Family Law Act – How and when may the Court set aside a Binding Financial agreement on this ground?

Binding Financial Agreements (BFA) are entered into with the clear intention of giving parties certainty and ...
The Future of Family Law

The Future of Family Law

In a big week of news in the family law arena, the Senate has rejected the proposed merger of the Family Law ...
Property Settlement – what do I need to know?

Property Settlement – what do I need to know?

Separation can be tough. There’s lots to consider and it’s important to know where you stand. We’ve come up with a ...
When tragedy strikes – the impact of death of a parent after separation

When tragedy strikes – the impact of death of a parent after separation

Children of separated households have often experienced significant grief, trauma and possibly conflict in their ...
Special Skills v Non-Financial Contributions  – Countering The “You Have Done Nothing” Argument

Special Skills v Non-Financial Contributions – Countering The “You Have Done Nothing” Argument

In a lot of relationships, there are what are known as “traditional” roles adopted.  Those roles see one party ...
To have and withhold

To have and withhold

Highly acclaimed SBS programme Insight last night featured a discussion on Binding Financial Agreements or as ...
Parenting Disputes – When the Private and Public Legal Worlds Collide

Parenting Disputes – When the Private and Public Legal Worlds Collide

Safety issues are, rightfully, a cause of significant concern for parents who are parties to family law ...
When is “independent” legal advice not really “independent” legal advice?

When is “independent” legal advice not really “independent” legal advice?

One of the major protective measures for family law litigants proposing to sign a Binding Financial Agreement ...
Binding Financial Agreements – pros, cons and enforceability

Binding Financial Agreements – pros, cons and enforceability

The phrase “Binding Financial Agreement” or BFA’s is a collective term for a variety of different agreements which ...
Family Law – not always about the de-construction of the family – Step Parent Adoptions in Queensland

Family Law – not always about the de-construction of the family – Step Parent Adoptions in Queensland

By its nature, family law practice is, in the vast majority, about families in conflict.  Whether it be about ...
Divorce in protest to yes vote – doomed to fail?

Divorce in protest to yes vote – doomed to fail?

Today www.news.com.au reported on the “plight” of a couple who vowed to divorce if Australia voted YES to same sex ...
Australia Says “Yes” – Where to Now?

Australia Says “Yes” – Where to Now?

The results of Australia’s Same Sex Marriage Postal survey were announced today. By a majority of 61% Australian’s ...
Defining De Facto

Defining De Facto

Recently in Cuan & Kostelac, the Full Court of the Family Court of Australia was asked to consider an appeal ...
Declarations, Family Law and Bankruptcy – is Section 78 of the Family Law Act a hidden tool?

Declarations, Family Law and Bankruptcy – is Section 78 of the Family Law Act a hidden tool?

Under the Family Law Act (the ‘Act”), the Family Law Courts (the Family Court and Federal Circuit Court ...
Parenting Proceedings – A “Do Not Do” List

Parenting Proceedings – A “Do Not Do” List

Unfortunately when parents separate, it is sometimes the case that they cannot agree on what living arrangements ...
Publication Order Highlights Father’s Plight to Find Missing Children

Publication Order Highlights Father’s Plight to Find Missing Children

www.mamamia.com.au today reports on the plight of Harry Speath of Brisbane who has not seen his two young children ...
The Importance of obtaining proper legal advice on a Binding Financial Agreement

The Importance of obtaining proper legal advice on a Binding Financial Agreement

“I just need someone to witness this document….”, “We are all agreed and amicable, I don’t need proper advice I ...
The Perils of Parenting Arrangements for Young Children

The Perils of Parenting Arrangements for Young Children

Family lawyers are generally well equipped to assist their clients in negotiating future parenting agreements for ...
Binding Financial Agreements – does your practitioner hold enough experience in family law?

Binding Financial Agreements – does your practitioner hold enough experience in family law?

Does your practitioner hold enough experience in the practice of family law to provide you with the independent ...
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