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When parenting disputes arise, the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia follows a structured process aimed at ensuring the best interests of the child are met. Trying to reach agreement first: Pre-Action Procedures Before commencing legal proceedings, parents are required to comply with Pre-Action Procedures. These...
Read moreIf you have separated from your ex, you may be wondering how long it takes to get a divorce. Unfortunately, the best answer to this question is “it really depends” on a number of factors. However here are 5 things to know about how long it takes to get a divorce. Have you been separated for 12 months? The first...
Read moreAt TGB Lawyers’ Brisbane office, we offer a ‘Coffee with a Family Lawyer’ service! You can meet with one of our family lawyers for an appointment at a cafe chosen by you, where we can discuss your legal issues and we can give you a preliminary understanding of the process and what legal options might be available...
Read moreGoing through a separation and divorce is a very difficult time. I can say this as I have experienced it first hand. You might think I had the “upper hand” throughout my separation and divorce because I am a family lawyer myself. Well, I can say that was not the case at all. Lawyers need lawyers for their own divorce...
Read moreThis is a burning question for all those who have separated and need to finalise their property settlement. We offer these tips to help you transition from your first inquiry through to finalisation. Do you and your former partner have an agreement about the terms of your property settlement or do you need to negotiate one? If...
Read moreFirstly… what is an intervention order? Intervention orders help to protect a person and their family if they are a victim of abuse, and are tailored to the particular person and their situation. Intervention orders are designed to prevent someone that is harassing, threatening or abusing a person from having contact with...
Read moreEntering the world of family law can feel like trying to solve a complex puzzle, especially when it comes to understanding how contributions are assessed during separation proceedings. Fear not! We’re here to demystify this topic and explain it in a way that’s easy for anyone to grasp. What Are Contributions in family...
Read moreIf you have separated from your ex-partner or spouse, it is likely your friends, family or the people around you have told you to engage a family lawyer. However, you may not be sure whether you should engage a family lawyer or not. If this sounds like you, here are the top 5 reasons why you need a family lawyer during the...
Read moreTGB receives plenty of questions about our Fixed Fee family law service, so we are providing answers to the most common ones here.
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