What is coercive control? Laws about controlling behaviour is explained by a legal expert. There has been increasing awareness and discussion about coercive control but many people still don’t fully understand what it is and how the law can provide protection. Read…
For the Love of the Children.
Schedule 1 of the Children Act 1989 allows the English family court to order financial provision for children. Applications under Schedule 1 can be made by parents, stepparents, guardians, special guardians, any person named in a Child Arrangement Order as…
Relationship breakups: Five financial factors to consider
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Family Law FAQ’s All your questions answered
Family law can be very complex and it’s important that you have the right information before beginning any legal proceedings. There is a lot that needs to be considered in family law cases and it’s always wise to seek out…
Win for Women: Ex partner’s super no longer easy to hide.
Women will have a much greater chance at getting their rightful share of a partner’s superannuation when new measures are implemented from April. A coalition of super funds, law firms and legal services have put together a document called Simpler…
Deciding who keeps the family pet in family law matters.
A relationship breakdown can be an extremely stressful and emotional time for all parties involved. A pet is often referred to as a member of the family and for many people, the bond they share with their pets can be…
Canada Legal considerations of Surrogacy Part III : Legal considerations for Surrogates.
Surrogacy is a crucial family planning option. Intended parents and surrogates often have (or should have) questions surrounding their legal rights and the surrogacy process itself. This is the third in a series of articles addressing the legal considerations of…
Gold Coast, Ipswich first regions to trial police body camera statements in Family Violence cases
For the first time in Queensland, police body-worn camera footage will be allowed to be used in court for domestic and family violence survivors, following the passing of a bill in state parliament. Read about it here.
Quebec introduces family law reform, would regulate surrogate motherhood
Quebec is making necessary reforms in the area of surrogacy. Read about it here.
6 new Judges appointed to newly merged FCFCOA
A very warm welcome to more judges needed in our courts. Attorney-General Michaelia Cash has announced the appointments of six new judges to the newly merged Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. Read the full article here