Category - Family & Divorce
On 30 January 2023, the Federal government released the Family Law Amendment Bill 2023 (“the Bill”) – draft legislation proposing to amend the Family Law Act (1975) (“the Act”). Whilst the government has proposed these amendments under the broad umbrella of addressing Court delays and access to support...
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Separating from a long-term partner can be one of the most distressing experiences in life, however a good support network can make the process a whole lot simpler and easier. Family and friends will always be there to lean on but have you considered what professional services you may need to “untie the knot” and...
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The family Law Act provides that you can contract out of its provisions by entering into a binding financial agreement which is often referred to as a prenup. If you are considering a prenuptial agreement you should certainly seek legal advice as to whether it suits your circumstances.
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What does the merger between the Family Court and Federal Circuit Court mean for family law in Australia? TGB lawyer Wendy Barry explains.
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Have you separated? Are you overwhelmed by the number of things that must be dealt with in order to move on? As the song says "breaking up is hard to do" so if this is how you are feeling then you may find our top 10 tips helpful in getting back on top of and moving on with your life.
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With covid restrictions, many people with shared care arrangements in place for their children will be wondering if and how handovers will take place during this time.
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In the sad event of a relationship breakdown, you can’t let the coronavirus and social isolation get in the way of moving forward with your life.
Advice and a helping hand are important at this stressful time, which is why TGB is delighted to extend it’s popular “Coffee with a Family Lawyer” service...
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The news broke yesterday that Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates and wife Melinda Gates have officially filed for divorce.
Whilst divorce may feel like the loss of a loved one, death and divorce are life events that intertwine in ways beyond the emotional - your estate planning.
As an estate planning lawyer at Tindall Gask...
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We outline some of the key questions we frequently get asked from people considering, or involved in, getting a divorce.
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