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Separation can feel overwhelming, especially when you don’t know what comes next. One of the most important steps you can take early on is speaking with an experienced family lawyer. At TGB Lawyers, our team is here to guide you from the very beginning, giving you the clarity and confidence you need to move forward. Why...
Read moreFamily relationships are not always defined by biology. In many families, a step-parent, carer or other significant person may have fulfilled the role of a parent for many years. Adoption can provide formal legal recognition of that relationship. At Tindall Gask Bentley, our family law team understands that adoption is often...
Read moreSurrogacy, donor arrangements and the use of embryos can provide different pathways to creating a family. While these arrangements are deeply personal, they can also involve important legal considerations for everyone involved. At Tindall Gask Bentley, our family law team understands that decisions about surrogacy, donor arrangements...
Read moreSocial media has become embedded in everyday life, but in parenting disputes it can quickly become a source of evidence and raise credibility issues. Parenting matters in Australia are guided by the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) and heard in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. The Court’s paramount consideration when...
Read moreSeparation is one of life’s most challenging transitions. Alongside the emotional impact, there are often complex legal issues to navigate around parenting arrangements, property division, and financial support. Engaging a family lawyer early can make a significant difference not just to the outcome, but to how smoothly you...
Read moreWhy Christmas Can Be Challenging for Separated Parents The Christmas holiday season can be one of the most challenging times of the year for separated parents. Deciding where children will spend Christmas Day, Christmas Eve or the summer holidays often brings added tension and stress. Acting early can make all the difference. Court...
Read moreWhen One Parent Wants to Travel Overseas with the Children: Your Rights Explained Navigating co-parenting can be challenging, especially when international travel comes into play. Whether it’s a holiday, family event, or an unexpected relocation, one of the most common questions separating parents ask is: Can the other...
Read moreOn 10 June 2025, significant changes to Australia’s family law system came into effect. These changes, brought in by the Family Law Amendment Act 2024 (Cth), affect how courts handle property settlements, spousal maintenance, pet ownership, family violence, and much more. In this blog, we break down the major reforms in a...
Read moreIt’s one of the most common and emotionally charged questions family lawyers are asked after a relationship ends: “Who gets the dog?” You might be surprised to learn that under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth), pets such as dogs are considered property when a married or de facto couple separates – just like a car or a...
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