Domestic Abuse and Property Settlements in Australia In Australia, and internationally, domestic abuse is sadly an ever-growing concern. As well as the criminal consequences which follow, family lawyers will tell you that family violence can also have implications for property settlements following a divorce. The Impact of Domestic Abuse on Property Settlements Property settlements are … Read more
One of the most stressful things that could ever happen to a parent is their child being abducted, and that is multiplied times 10 if it is clear they have been abducted and taken overseas. International parental child abduction occurs when one parent or guardian takes their child from its home country without the permission … Read more
You might often hear the term ‘quickie divorce’ which implies that usually divorces take a very long time, but as any family lawyer will tell you, the legal system in Australia actually places time limits on many aspects of divorce law. One, in particular, that is key to any divorce being finalised is the property settlement, and … Read more
Following a separation, any agreement made between parents regarding parenting arrangements for the children can be made by consent with the assistance of a family lawyer. These are called consent orders and they are formalised by making an application to the Family Court. If the parents cannot agree, then the Family Court makes a decision, … Read more
What Is Child Support? When two parents separate, one of the key elements of their divorce that their respective family lawyer may be required to advise them on is child support. Child support is the sum paid by one parent to the other for the benefit of their children. Note that child support is considered … Read more
As your family lawyer will most likely advise you when the subject of their fees and hearings at court are discussed, costs are normally expected to be met by each respective party to any proceedings relating to family law. However, there are some circumstances in which the court may consider awarding costs to one party, so it … Read more
For married couples who have children, and who divorce whilst the children are still young, securing the services of a competent and reputable family lawyer for each party should be a priority. This is not just in respect of the legalities of divorce, and matters such as the property settlement, but more importantly with regard to their … Read more
Spousal support is the amount paid by one partner to their ex-spouse following a separation or divorce. On both sides of the divorce it is strongly advised that family lawyers are used to guide and advise, as the long terms financial well-being of both partners is at stake. What Is Spousal Support? Spousal support is … Read more
One misconception family lawyers often to have to correct their clients on with regards to a divorce or separation is the law as it relates to the division of property. Due to high levels of misinformation, rumour, and in many cases, outright falsehoods, people’s misconception of what they or the other party are entitled to, … Read more
Whenever parents split and are going through a divorce, one of the subjects which their respective family lawyers are asked questions about the most is, child support arrangements. Child Support Child support arrangements will always be a key aspect of any divorce, so it is important that both parents are fully informed. This ensures that when it … Read more