On 1 June 2022, the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (‘the Court’) announced the commencement of a Critical Incident List (‘the List’), which commenced on 6 June 2022. Full article
On 1 June 2022, the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (‘the Court’) announced the commencement of a Critical Incident List (‘the List’), which commenced on 6 June 2022. Full article
In English and Welsh custody cases, a finding that one parent has poisoned a child’s mind against the other can be crucial, even if there are questions over the accountability of those making the decisions. Read more here
Relationships are yet another casualty of COVID-19, with divorce applications in 2020-2021 up 8% on the previous year, and separations in de facto relationships on the rise. The stresses imposed by COVID-19, from the inescapability of lockdowns, financial issues and…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…