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Disputes between parents when making decisions with long-term impacts on a child is a contentious and escalating issue in Family Law. It may also be unsurprising that a common topic of such disputes is in relation to any non-emergency medical intervention on the child, such as vaccinations, gender dysphoria treatments, cosmetic...
Read moreOn 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...
Read moreWith 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.
Read moreFor separated families the additional stress and uncertainty brought about by COVID-19 has added an unwanted layer of complexity to resolving care arrangements and finalising property settlements. Now more than ever is the time to seek specialised family law advice to cut through complexity created by COVID-19.
Read moreHere are some tips and hints that may assist you in making decisions in relation to your separation, divorce or family law matter during these uncertain times.
Read moreIt goes without saying that the COVID-19 pandemic has presented challenges for us all in every aspect of our lives. There is no doubt that this uncertain time will be particularly stressful for separated parents and blended families trying to work through the difficulties our community is facing at the moment. The Family Law...
Read moreFor separated families who are disputing care arrangements for their children the preparation of a Family Assessment Report by a child psychologist or case worker is often a crucial part of achieving a resolution. A Family Assessment Report, however, should not be considered to predetermine the outcome of the dispute. A Family...
Read moreEither you're in the driver's seat effecting the separation or you've been blindsided by the fact your relationship is over. Breaking up is hard to do...
Read moreIn Western Australia if you have been in a committed relationship for two years or more there is a possibility (but no more) that your partner may take you to the Family Court of Western Australia and ask that Court to make an order about property that you or they or both of you own. If you live together the chances are...
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