Family Law Information
How Can Family Violence Affect Property Orders?
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
What To Do If Your Child Has Been Abducted And Taken Overseas
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.
The Time Constraints That Apply To Agreeing Property Settlements
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
How Child Support Is Calculated And Paid
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
Why Family Orders Must Be Followed And The Consequences If You Do Not
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
Reasons Why You Could Apply For Costs In Family Law Proceedings
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
The Significant Difference Between Sole And Joint Parental Responsibility
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
How Spousal Support Is Calculated
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
How Are Property Settlements Resolved?
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
What Are The Different Types Of Child Support Arrangements?
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 arrangements will always be a