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No matter how frustrated you may have become with your partner, the decision to divorce never is an easy one. Strong emotions often arise on both sides. Some have said that the stress and anxiety of a having gone through a bad marriage and divorce to be akin to PTSD. The

Enforcing parenting plans is very different to Court Orders. Whilst a Court can fine or impose other penalties for a parent who breaches orders made by the court, this is not so for parenting plans. Generally, both parents are responsible for the children’s well-being even following separation. Many couples come

The same laws apply to parties who were married, or those considered in a de facto relationship, following separation. Since 1 March 2009, de facto couples have had the same rights in terms of applying to the Family Law Courts for orders relating to property settlement. Generally, a de facto relationship

As a single parent, travelling overseas with a child can bring with it many complexities, especially when there are family law proceedings currently before the Courts. When you are arranging your passport or visas, booking your flights and accommodation, and making travel arrangements, it is important you obtain the written consent

There are two different kinds of Child Support Agreement under the Child Support (Assessment) Act 1989. The first kind, known as a Limited Child Support Agreement, is a less formal arrangement between parents. No legal advice is required, and provided the Agreement relates to a child in relation to whom

From experience, here are some quick tips on what to do when you first separate: For your personalised family law pathway, and to get specialist family law advice, speak with one of our family law specialists today. For a no obligation, first free consultation, telephone us on 02 9560 6811. Franco, Gabriella and

It is important that once you have separated, measures are put in place to protect your financial position moving forward. Here are some of our suggestions: 1. Bank AccountsCancel joint credit cards. Take money you require out of any joint accounts and start our own account. Funds can be taken

Cases involving the proposed relocation of a child are difficult cases for the Court to decide. Generally, decisions in relocation cases apply the same criteria as for other parenting cases, namely, what is in the best interests of the child.