Category - Parenting Arrangements and Children
Tindall Gask Bentley Lawyers welcomes the review of Australia’s family law system in the hope it will ease the pressure on families going through separation.
The review, announced this morning by federal Attorney-General George Brandis, promises to focus on how the Family Law Act can better serve the changing needs and diversity...
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Christmas is fast approaching. For separated families it is a potentially difficult time if former partners can’t agree over care arrangements for the children over the holiday period.
If you have children with a former partner, now is the time to sort out those care arrangements. Getting a headstart on this will help avoid...
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Separating from your partner is one of the hardest things you will do.
Once that difficult decision is made, it’s natural to feel anxious about the future of your children, property and financial wellbeing. In times of emotional stress, it’s important to know where you stand as soon as possible.
This week, Tindall Gask Bentley...
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Divorce is tough, but what makes it harder is if your former partner is a narcissist – intent on dragging out the process and being a roadblock to progress and your own freedom. TGB family law partner Jane Miller discusses the impact a narcissist can have on the divorce process and some tell-tale signs to look out for.
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The question of smacking a child can divide parents, but is it illegal? What can you do if you see a child smacked that isn’t yours – can you intervene? Listen in to an interesting chat TGB family law partner Jane Miller had with Mix 102.3 breakfast hosts Jodie and Soda.
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Uncertainty and confusion can dominate your thoughts during a separation, but they don’t have to if you seek early advice. TGB lawyer Alexandra Svenson explains why seeing a lawyer immediately after separation could be your smartest move.
In the immediate aftermath of separation it’s difficult to know where to start....
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Deciding to leave your partner is never easy. Life after separation is full of uncertainties, and what stops many people from leaving a broken relationship is the fear of financial hardship. In this blog TGB family law partner Wendy Barry outlines potential financial safety nets for those considering separation but fear they...
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Reaching agreement on custody can be difficult, with both parents seeking what they believe is “right” or “fair”. TGB associate Melanie Tilmouth explains how the Family Court makes decisions.
Family lawyers are often asked what are “fair” or “the standard” custody arrangements for children following...
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