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Answering all your Family Law questions about Separation Planning, Divorce, Parenting Arrangements, Property Division, Child Support, Spousal Maintenance.
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Understanding the Intersection between Coercive Control and Family Law
On 1 July 2024, new coercive control laws came into effect in New South Wales. The new laws recognise coercive control against an intimate partner as a domestic abuse offence.
Understanding the Family Law Amendment Bill 2024: Key Changes and Impact
Overall, the Bill proposes several amendments to the Family Law Act 1975 which represent a significant advancement in making the Australian family law system more effective and equitable.
Family Law Terminology – Breaking Down the Buzzwords
There are many confusing and interchangeable terms used in the Family Law jurisdiction, some of which are also increasingly being used in the media and social discourse.
When should I make an Application for Divorce?
The Divorce Order itself, purely relates to ending the legal marriage. Filing for Divorce is a separate process to finalising a property settlement or making formal arrangements for parenting matters.
Changes to the Family Law Act 1975: What Parents Need to Know
A breakdown of the key amendments to the Family Law Act 1975, as of 6 May 2024.
Likely Outcomes of a Family Law Spousal Maintenance Matter
3 real Family Law case studies detailing the circumstances, recommended steps to take and outcomes for those going through a Spousal Maintenance matter.
Likely Outcomes of a Family Law Property Settlement
3 real Family Law case studies detailing the circumstances, recommended steps to take and outcomes for those going through a Property Settlement / Property Division matter.
Likely Outcomes of a Family Law Parenting Matter
3 real Family Law case studies detailing the circumstances, recommended steps to take and outcomes for those going through a Parenting matter.
Likely Outcomes of a Family Law Separation and Divorce
3 real Family Law case studies detailing the circumstances, recommended steps to take and outcomes for those dealing with Separation and Divorce.
Family Law Frequently Asked Questions
Answering all your Family Law questions about Separation Planning, Divorce, Parenting Arrangements, Property Division, Child Support, Spousal Maintenance.
Podcast: A step-by-step guide to Divorce from Family Lawyer, Anna Roberts
Are you in an unhappy or unhealthy marriage, and have been thinking about separation? If you’re unsure of the first steps to take, or what might be ahead of you, be sure to listen to this enlightening interview with Family Lawyer, Anna Roberts.
Why it is so important to plan for Separation and Divorce?
Given that the majority of intimate partnerships are not lifelong, it is interesting that we rarely consider the implications of relationship breakdown until it is upon us.
