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What happens if one of the parties dies during family law proceedings?


October 10, 2023

What happens if one of the parties dies during family law proceedings?

By Elizabeth Pathmaraj – Senior Associate Couples separate at all stages of life. On top of age factors, nobody is immune to just how unpredictable…

What is financial mediation in family law?


August 30, 2023

What is financial mediation in family law?

By Melissa Hine – Special Counsel Mediation is a form of dispute resolution available to separated parties. It is a confidential process, meaning that the…

What is the Evatt List in family law proceedings?


August 11, 2023

What is the Evatt List in family law proceedings?

There are many family law cases involving allegations of risk and/or family violence. The degree of risk varies between families. It is important that cases…

How is a non-commutable superannuation pension treated in family law proceedings?


July 7, 2023

How is a non-commutable superannuation pension treated in family law proceedings?

By Kate Wild – Senior Associate What is a non-commutable pension? A non-commutable pension is a superannuation entitlement that provides an income stream for the…

The role of an Independent Children’s Lawyer in family law proceedings


June 26, 2023

The role of an Independent Children’s Lawyer in family law proceedings

What is an Independent Children’s Lawyer? When a parenting matter is in Court and there are allegations of risk and/or family violence, the Court may…

What is a caveat and when can I lodge one on someone’s property?


June 7, 2023

What is a caveat and when can I lodge one on someone’s property?

By Cassandra Selvaggio – Principal Lawyer Caveats are a useful tool to protect real property until a dispute about ownership has been determined. However, they…

Tips to get the best outcome in your family law matter


April 21, 2023

Tips to get the best outcome in your family law matter

By Danielle Sturgeon – Senior Associate Family law matters can be complex and emotionally charged, so it’s important to take the right steps to achieve…

Family Law Amendment Bill 2023


April 4, 2023

Family Law Amendment Bill 2023

By Jennifer Zekirovska – Senior Associate On 30 January 2023, the Federal Government released the draft Family Law Amendment Bill 2023 (Bill). Its introduction is…

Successfully appealing against a relocation order


March 17, 2023

Successfully appealing against a relocation order

By Andrew Blake – Senior Associate The recent matter of Loverdos & Bonner (2022) FedCFamC1A 174, saw a father successfully appeal a primary judge’s orders…

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