Family Law includes many complex and intersecting legal issues which arise due to the existence of family relationships. Legal rights and entitlements can depend on the nature of the relationship, its history and duration, the birth of children and factors in relation to the interdependency and a person’s ongoing need for financial support. At Delaney … Read more
At Roberts Legal we understand that the current health crisis may have increased your anxiety in relation to your separation and family law matter. However just because we are encouraged to socially isolate, doesn’t mean that you have to put your life on hold. Certainly, the way we are interacting is changing, however we are … Read more
Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for parenting arrangements to fall apart and this sometimes results in one parent or caregiver choosing to retain the children. We understand that this is an extremely stressful time and we are here to help. If your children have been retained, you should contact us straight away. In many cases … Read more
Christmas is stressful enough without having to second-guess what your ex-partner’s plan is. Take a look at our Top 7 must-do’s below to make sure you’re on the front foot with parenting arrangements. 1. Stay child-focused Christmas should be about the children. Consider whether it’s really best for the children to make long trips on … Read more
This is a very common question asked by parties following a separation. It can be incredibly unpleasant to have to continue to live with an ex-partner until financial settlement is achieved. Unfortunately, it is also incredibly difficult to force an ex-partner to leave the family home. The court is of the opinion that it is … Read more
A Case Looking at Secret Recordings Made in Parenting Matters Coulter & Coulter (No. 2) [2019] FCCA There are numerous circumstances in which parents may be tempted to record meetings or my find they are in possession of recordings. Whether or not these recordings will be able to be used as evidence in court proceedings … Read more
A Recent Case Looking at Secret Recordings Made in Parenting Matters Coulter & Coulter (No. 2) [2019] FCCA What is Gender Dysphoria? The Gender Dysphoria symptoms are as follows: Noticeable incongruence between the gender the child experiences and their classified gender assignment; An intense need to do away with their primary or secondary sex features … Read more
When is a sperm donor considered the legal father? High Court decides. Masson v Parsons [HCA] 21 The Facts In 2006 Mr Masson, donated his semen to a friend and a baby was born as result of artificial insemination. At the time of the donation Mr Masson’s intention was that he would be involved in … Read more
The statistic isn’t a new one. Baby Boomers make up 25% of the nation’s population and yet control approximately 50% of private wealth. We are constantly being told that this generation continues to increase their wealth to the detriment of their children and grandchildren; however, this can place baby boomers in a unique position where … Read more
The shine and sparkle from the engagement is gone, but the ring is here to stay. Who gets the ring when an engagement ends? While the ring is sometimes the most expensive item to purchase for a wedding, it usually only holds sentimental value in property settlements. So, who gets the ring?? Well it depends. … Read more