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...]
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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...]
It’s Mardi Gras! Here’s 5 things for same-sex couples to consider since the “YES”
Last year was the year of the YES and the celebrations will surely continue over what is to be an epic Mardi Gras weekend! But now that we have marriage equality, there is a whole new demographic who will likely need to engage in the family law process at some point in the future. Here is a list … [Read more...]
We’ve split – does one of us have to move out?
As family lawyers, a question we are often asked by clients is “now that they we have separated, does one of us have to move out?”. The simply answer is no. Under the Family Law Act 1975, for married couples the only ground for divorce is that a marriage has broken down irretrievably and this is … [Read more...]
Child Support Evading Parents and Travel Bans
In recent news, a father who owed over $350,000 in unpaid child support was stopped at the airport and prevented from boarding his overseas flight and leaving the country. Miraculously, at the time of being stopped the Father paid the entire debt in full. He now holds the infamous record for the … [Read more...]
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