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For 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 moreNow that marriage equality is here, the question on the minds of many couples who married overseas will be: “Is our marriage recognised?”
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 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...
Read moreYou may think posting a picture of a day out with your kids is harmless, but it could have consequences for your custody arrangement. Tindall Gask Bentley associate Melanie Tilmouth looks at a big issue affecting parenting in the digital age. Can something as seemingly innocent as a Facebook post or a quick Tweet really impact...
Read moreTGB’s Family Law team writes about child custody disputes involving a parent’s rotating work roster. Parenting orders are sought when separated parents are in dispute about the future care arrangements for their children. The dispute usually arises where the amount of time one parent offers to the other parent is...
Read moreTGB’s family law team writes about the importance of formalising custody agreements as children return to school. Now that the school year is underway, separated parents should give special consideration to the formalities of their custody arrangements. Even if your “split” was amicable, it’s worth taking the...
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