Category - Family & Divorce
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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From little things big things grow, and so it has proved for Tindall Gask Bentley’s Reynella office which has just celebrated 25 years proudly serving the people of Adelaide’s southern suburbs.
In 1992 the picture was very different to what it is today. Back then TGB was just a single office at 76 Light Square in the city....
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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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The separation roller-coaster is different for everyone and can take you on unexpected twists and turns! However, there are some useful things you can do along the way to help smooth your ride, writes TGB associate Rebecca Zanol.
Visit the Bank
Take a trip to your bank! Whilst this pointer may seem obvious, it is surprising...
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Disclosure is a critical part of your separation and property settlement process, yet so few people understand what they need to do. TGB senior associate Renee O’Callaghan provides this easy disclosure guide.
Firstly, it’s important you get a lawyer who can guide you through the tricky process of disclosure. Going it...
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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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Governments are failing to take coordinated action in areas of law which touch the most vulnerable people in our society, argues TGB managing partner Morry Bailes in his latest column for InDaily.
Read the full column here.
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