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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...
Read moreChristmas 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...
Read moreDivorce 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’s family law team discusses the impact a narcissist can have on the divorce process and some tell-tale signs to look out for. Intense...
Read moreUncertainty 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....
Read moreDeciding 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’s family law team outlines potential financial safety nets for those considering separation but fear they cannot...
Read moreReaching 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...
Read moreIt’s the last chance to raise a family for many people, but what can you do if something goes wrong during your IVF treatment? Tindall Gask Bentley explores a heartfelt issue. For many people IVF is their last hope at raising a family. Some women have chosen to focus on their career only to find their biological clock...
Read moreRaising a child with a disability has some distinct challenges, but what do you do if you and your former partner can’t agree on treatment, or whether your child even has a condition? Tindall Gask Bentley’s family law team explains. Parenting a child with a disability can be a lonely and challenging experience at...
Read moreIt’s a dream shared by most couples in Western Australia – to have children together and raise a family of their own. But what do you and your partner need to consider if you are a same-sex couple? And what happens if you separate? Tindall Gask Bentley explains. There are various ways you can start a family, but there are...
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