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Shared Responsibility

Your relationship may have come to an end, but that does not stop you from being a parent.

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April 2, 2020

The High Court has recently ruled that a sperm donor is a father

The High Court has recently ruled that a sperm donor is a father*! * In certain cases.

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April 2, 2020

The rules of engagement

The Rules of Engagement: When the weddings bells won’t sing, who gets the ring?

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April 2, 2020

What to make of the ALRC family law recommendations

The ALRC has recently published their radical proposal in what could be a complete upheaval of the family law system.

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April 2, 2020

Changing your child’s name

Can I change my child’s name to Princess Consuela Banana-Hammock?

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April 2, 2020

Our services during the pandemic

We are back in our office and are able to offer face to face appointments or remote appointments by phone or video conferencing as needed by our clients.

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April 2, 2020

Family Law Basics – Parenting Proceedings and a Child’s Best Interests

The law’s approach to parenting matters significantly changed from 2006 with the commencement of the Family Law (Shared Parental Responsibility) Act 2006.

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April 2, 2020

Core Principles in the Case Management of Family Law Matters

Joint Practice Direction 1 of 2020 – Core Principles in the Case Management of Family Law Matters.

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April 2, 2020

Changes to Cross-Examination in Family Law Matters

On 10 December 2018 the Family Law Amendment (Family Violence and Cross-examination of Parties) Act 2018 received Royal Assent.

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April 2, 2020

Divorce & Taxes – The Case of Tomaras

There’s a saying in family law – there’s not two, but three certainties in life: divorce, death and taxes.

Insights
April 25, 2019