The short answer is ‘not necessarily’. Separating from your spouse/partner is always a very difficult and distressing time. Many decisions have to be made. If you have children, you must work out the future care arrangements for them. If you have property, it must be divided after separation. Sometimes the
Children & Xmas and the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth)
Christmas is a special time. However, Christmas can also be a very stressful time. Emotions are heightened. Combined with the consumption of alcohol, it can also be a volatile time for separated families. Hopefully, parents have child custody arrangements for Christmas and the summer holiday period, in place. If you
Family Dispute Resolution, Children & the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth)
Family Dispute Resolution (hereinafter ‘FDR’) is a form of mediation that is facilitated by an independent practitioner, who is registered to assist parents to negotiate issues relating to the future care arrangements of their child/ren, after separation. FDR is a cost effective tool to achieve this. It can minimise legal
Family Violence and the Family Law Act 1975
Inheritance and Family Law Property Settlement Information Booklet
Property settlement proceedings are expensive. Generally, inheritance is considered to be an asset of the marriage. Like other assets of the marriage, it is subject to property settlement claims from the other party. The information contained within this booklet is of a general nature only and is not a substitute
Caveats or Injunctions: Family Law Property Settlement Cases
Bankruptcy & Insolvency
Parenting Orders and the Family Law Act
Property Settlement – What You Need to Know
You’ve come to the right place if you would like a free brochure which provides information about the legal issues involved in property settlement. The information contained here, is based on the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth). – Property Settlement Brochure I hope you find this brochure useful. For further
Family Violence and Family Law
The Family Court of Australia and the Federal Circuit Court of Australia (the Courts) take family violence very seriously. Part 1: Legislation and Definition of Family Violence Part 2: Principles Guiding Family Law Decisions Part 3: Children and Family Violence Part 4: Notifying the Family Court about Violence Part 5: