My partner and I have separated, where do I go from here?
Separation is typically a challenging and emotional time, and the first thing you may ask yourself is ‘where do I go from here?’. For some
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Can private recordings be used as evidence in Family Law proceedings?
Some marriage separations are amicable, and many are not. As family lawyers, we’re often asked by our clients whether recording conversations, with their former partners,
International Women’s Day – Family law and women
This International Women’s Day, we reflect upon the ways in which family law in Australia protects and empowers women. At the same time, we are
Court orders and parent plans: plan your school year now
Whether you are following court orders or parenting plans, summer holidays and the new school year can throw out the regular care arrangements for your
Family Law cases spike in New Year
Traditionally there is a heightened awareness in the lead up to Christmas that family violence increases as the financial and emotional pressures of the festive
State Government to change privacy rights of perpetrators
White Ribbon Day family violence announcement The Victorian State Government has released a ten year plan in response to the outcomes of the Royal Commission
Cardinia Shire locals protest against domestic violence
People will be rallying in Pakenham tomorrow to protest against domestic violence in the Shire of Cardinia as part of White Ribbon Day. Locals from
Is the right to privacy in family law in the public interest?
If high profile couple Brad and Angelina had separated in Australia, the media would not be allowed to report on their family law proceedings in
Bitcoin, domain names and Apps: A new frontier in family law
As new forms of property and business enter the marketplace – such as domain names, Bitcoin, Apps, social media accounts, crowd sourced finance and other profitable
Where to now? Examining 40 years of the Family Law Act
Today at the 17th National Family Law Conference The 17th National Family Law Conference began today with a look back at the last 40 years
Superannuation in family law
One of the most common questions we are asked about in family law property divisions is “what about super?” The most important thing to remember
Legal reform on transgender hormone treatment overdue?
It can be a difficult, costly and drawn-out legal process for many transgender young people trying to access some of the medical treatments they need
Gender dysphoria: Why courts have say in gender reassignment
Gender dysphoria, in which a child feels uncomfortable within his or her biological sex, has in recent years risen to public prominence. The growth in
Fall In Love, But Do It With Your Eyes Open: A Checklist For De Facto Couples
While a de facto relationship appears to be more informal, many people enter or sometimes even drift into one without realising that once it acquires
Legal Help For Women In Hospitals – PMs Call To Stop Violence Against Women
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull’s $100 million initiative on violence against women announced today includes extra funding to extend an innovative legal service “embedded” in some
The Status Of A De Facto Relationship During A Legal Battle Can Be Complex
Marriage certificates prove you’re married but getting the court to recognise a de facto relationship can be complicated. The Family Court didn’t have the jurisdiction
Separated Families Travelling Overseas Can Hit Turbulence
The enormous popularity of taking off overseas on holidays with the kids is something that more and more people now enjoy. But trying to travel
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