Easter is just a hop away and we all know it’s easy to let time get away from you! Ensuring you have your parenting arrangements organised in a timely manner for special occasions, such as Easter, is very important. If the arrangements aren’t settled early, it can make Easter stressful … [Read more...]
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Earth Hour 2019
It's that time of year again! Dust off those torches and dig our your candles. Earth Hour is back again! Earth Hour is a great opportunity for you to spend quality screen-free time with your children and to teach them about environmental … [Read more...]
Blokes & Breakups – Taking care of your wellbeing
It’s no secret that men tend to put on a brave face and keep their emotions hidden when they’re going through a tough time. A relationship breakdown is about as tough as it gets – most people describe their divorce as the most difficult thing they have had to deal … [Read more...]
Separation & Divorce – what to expect
When a couple separates, there’s a common belief that divorce is the first step. Generally speaking, a couple has a lot to get through before getting divorced. Divorce is in fact usually the final step in the family law process. The result being the legal termination of the marriage, and … [Read more...]
Christmas tips and tricks to help make lasting memories for you and your children
The Christmas season is upon us and it can be a wonderful celebration of family and friends. For those in separated and/or blended families it may not be quite the joyous experience you dream of as it may come with the stress and tension of juggling family time with others. To help negotiate … [Read more...]
Our Principal Solicitor Antonella Sanderson tackles more tricky issues on Triple J’s the Hook Up
After making her national radio debut on Triple J’s The Hook Up program last year, our Principal Solicitor and Director Antonella Sanderson was invited back to speak for a third time this past Sunday. On the tricky subject of casual relationships resulting in pregnancy, Antonella weighed in on … [Read more...]
Victims of domestic violence will soon be protected from exposure to further trauma in the courtroom
The Government has considered the problems arising where self-represented domestic violence offenders are allowed to cross-examine their victim, and today we see some meaningful action to address this problem. We are pleased the Government invited submissions the Family Law Committee at the Law … [Read more...]
When is it safe to leave my children home alone?
Pose this question to anyone and there is bound to be conflicting and polarising views, and it may even spark an emotional debate. Interestingly, the law in Australia is somewhat of a ‘grey area’ as it doesn’t provide much clarity for this important decision all parents have to make regarding their … [Read more...]
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS There is often much debate amongst parents about how to calculate the half-way point in the school holidays. We receive many calls from confused and distressed parents when changeover plans fall apart. This table sets out the holidays according to the NSW Board of Studies … [Read more...]
EASTER TIME (outside of school holidays)
When negotiating parenting arrangements a lot of parents agree to share time in the school holidays but forget to specifically negotiate special holidays such as Easter. This can make Easter time a very stressful period for all involved. Try and remember that Easter is about making an enjoyable … [Read more...]
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