Category: Family Law
When Should I See a Family Lawyer about my Property Settlement?
Learn when to see a family lawyer about your property settlement, why early legal advice matters, and how it can help you avoid costly mistakes ...
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What Does “Just and Equitable” Mean in Family Law Property Settlement?
Understand what “just and equitable” means in Australian family law property settlements, and why a legally appropriate outcome is not always an equal split.
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How Does Property Division Work in an Australian Divorce?
Learn how property division works in an Australian divorce, including how assets, debts, contributions, and future needs are assessed to achieve a fair and legally ...
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Red Flags When Choosing a Lawyer (That Aren’t Always Obvious)
Choosing a lawyer is about more than experience and confidence. Learn the subtle red flags to watch for, from rushed advice to poor communication, and ...
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Do I Need To Bring A Lawyer To Mediation?
There are different types of mediation and not all of them require a lawyer to attend. In some circumstances, however, it may be helpful for ...
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What is the Role of a Mediator?
When you have decided that mediation is appropriate for your matter and you have prepared and are ready to attend at mediation, it is important ...
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Who can Apply for a Domestic Violence Protection Order and How is it Done?
Everyone in Australia has the right to live without fear of violence or abuse. The Domestic and Violence Protection Act 2012 provides you with protection ...
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Changes to Parental Responsibility: Understanding the Recent Amendments to the Family Law Act
The Family Law Act has undergone significant changes, effective 6 May 2024, which redefine parental responsibility in family law proceedings.
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Navigating New Family Law Amendments: A Guide for Recently Separated Parents
The recent amendments to the Family Law Act 1975, effective 6 May 2024, have brought significant changes to how parenting matters are decided in Australia. ...
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Understanding the Rice v Asplund Rule: A Guide to Changing a Parenting Order
One of the most pivotal rules affecting parenting orders is the “Rice v Asplund Rule,” recently codified in the Family Law Act as section 65DAAA. ...
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