The Family Law Rules 2004 (Cth) (Rules) provide that parties involved in family law proceedings in Australia for a division of marital or de facto assets have an ongoing duty...
In response to COVID-19, the Victorian Government has issued a 'Stay at Home Direction' which requires Victorians to stay at home other than in specified circumstances. One such circumstance is...
Under the Child Support (Registration and Collection) Act 1988 (Cth), parties can apply to the Child Support Agency for enforcement of any child support debt owed to them. However, this...
As family lawyers, we are acutely aware that our clients are often stressed and anxious whilst going through separation and the resolution of parenting and property matters. It's an understandable...
The rapid spread of coronavirus in Australia and overseas has undoubtedly caused considerable alarm and panic. The response to the virus has been unprecedented and has affected almost every aspect...
The recent Full Court decision in Bant & Clayton (No. 2) [2019] FamCAFC 200 highlights the need to obtain timely expert legal advice in international family law matters — particularly...
As we have seen in recent weeks, the breakdown of an expat relationship requires a careful approach to parenting arrangements, coupled with an understanding of the laws that apply in...
Family law is a constantly evolving area, and in recent times has been the subject of intense interest and attention from politicians and the media. As we embark on another...
Allegations of drug and alcohol abuse have become increasingly prevalent in parenting matters before the Family Court and Federal Circuit Court. The Family Law Act emphasises the importance of a...
Yet another family law review has been announced. In support of the review, Senator Pauline Hanson has condemned the 'family court system' on the basis that 'fathers get a raw...
It's easier than ever to make a high-quality audio and video recording. If you're a party to family law proceedings, you might be tempted to record your former partner for...
Aside from the typical real properties held in individual names, interests held in corporations, in partnership, business interests, superannuation, and trusts may all be included when dealing with property settlements...
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