Family Law
It’s time to consider arbitration in family law matters
As the Family Courts face overwhelming demand, judges are encouraging parties to turn to arbitration. As practitioners, we should be promoting... Read More
Navigating family law during COVID-19: things parents ought to know
As the impacts of COVID-19 continue to be felt, many of our clients are embarking upon unfamiliar territory in many different areas of their... Read More
Treatment of Loans in Family Law Matters
With the “Bank of Mum and Dad” being ranked as one of Australia’s top home lenders, both parents and their children alike should... Read More
Tough Love: BFA’s keeping it in the Family
Families work hard to build up a sound business, accumulate assets and some are lucky enough to have children interested in participating in the... Read More
Facebook & Family Law
With the introduction of the social networking site Facebook, people are communicating and sharing more information online. Although the site... Read More
Family Law Reforms
A major change in Family Law in Australia occurred in March 2009. The Family Court now has jurisdiction to deal with disputes concerning... Read More
Adversarial Legal Battles Harm Families
Courts and society have been grappling with an ever increasing family break down rate and the regrettable fall out that follows. In the last... Read More
Separation – What Should I Do?
My partner and I have separated. What should I do? It is crucial that you obtain prompt legal advice after separation. A delay in obtaining... Read More
Victoria Leads In Reform To Protect Against Financial Abuse
Previously a victim of family violence could seek an Intervention Order to protect themselves if a magistrate is satisfied that a person has:... Read More