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Family Court Proceedings: What to Do If You’ve Been Served
This article is for anyone who has received Family Law Court documents and needs clear guidance on their next steps.
I am concerned that my former partner will travel overseas with my child and not return – what can I do?
This article explains how parents can urgently protect their child from being taken overseas without consent through Watchlist Orders, passport injunctions, and Parenting Orders—and why engaging a Specialist Family Lawyer is crucial for success.
Changing a Child’s Name After Separation: Understanding your Legal Rights
A child’s name is an important part of their identity and changing it after separation is not always straightforward.
Why Is It Important to Know If You’re in a De Facto Relationship in Australian Family Law?
In Australian Family Law, knowing whether you are in a de facto relationship is crucial because it determines your legal rights and responsibilities if the relationship ends.
Military and Police personnel – two key considerations when navigating a parenting dispute and why you need an experienced Family Lawyer.
Being in the Military or Police or being the ex-spouse of someone in the Military or Police comes with a unique set of challenges, specifically when it comes to regular relocation.
What are without prejudice communications and why are they helpful?
“Without prejudice” communications refer to discussions or correspondence between parties that are intended to be confidential and cannot be used as evidence in court if the matter proceeds to litigation.
The Risks of Self-Representation in NSW Family Law Court Cases
While self-representing might seem like a cost-effective solution, it often leads to more harm than good.
Practical Tips to Improve Communication with your Co-Parent
Your children will benefit when you develop better communication habits that allow you to make decisions together with your child’s other parent.
Family Law Court: What You Must Do Before Filing in Australia
The Pre-Action Procedures for family law cases are designed to encourage dispute resolution and reduce the need for litigation. They aim to ensure just, quick and cheap resolution of family law matters.
Types of Family Law Court Events & What to Expect
The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia is the national Court which hears all family law matters. There are a number of Court events which litigated family law matters will progress through to reach a final outcome.
Family Law Amendment Bill 2024: Key Changes Taking Effect from 29 May 2025
The Family Law Amendment Bill 2024 passed through the Senate on 29 November 2024. The majority of the Amendments will take effect on 29 May 2025.
Family Law Matters: A Guide for Medical Professionals
Doctors and medical professionals, such as Dentists and Anesthetists, face unique challenges in their family law matters because of their high incomes, the complex structure of their assets and their demanding work schedules that can impact upon parenting arrangements.
