What to Do When Child Custody Agreements Break Down
Child custody agreements are designed to provide a structured and stable environment for children after a separation or divorce. However, there are times when these agreements break down, leading to conflicts and confusion. Understanding the legal steps and solutions available can help parents address these issues and protect their children’s wellbeing. Before anything else, it […]
The Impact of Domestic Violence on Family Law Matters
Domestic violence profoundly impacts families, introducing a range of complexities into family law that necessitates sensitive and expert navigation. At Collective Family Law Group, we are acutely aware of the emotional and legal challenges this presents and are committed to offering compassionate guidance and robust legal support. This article is designed to shed light on […]
De Facto Relationships in Australia: Your Legal Rights and Obligations Explained
Handling the intricacies of de facto relationships in Australia can be complex, particularly when it comes to understanding the legal rights and obligations involved. Whether you are currently in a de facto relationship or considering entering into one, it’s crucial to grasp what this means under Australian law and how it affects your legal stance […]
How do you Change Final Parenting Orders?
When parents receive final parenting orders, often after consulting with a divorce lawyer Gold Coast, they might breathe a sigh of relief, believing that their custody and visitation arrangements are now set in stone. Life, however, is unpredictable, and unforeseen changes can sometimes throw a wrench in the best-laid plans. What if there’s a significant […]
Pitfalls Parents Make in Parenting Matters – Podcast Ep 86
On today’s podcast, our Senior Associate, Dannielle Young, will go through the healthy parenting arrangements in QLD and discuss the different mistakes parents can make during parenting arrangements. When it comes to parenting matters during separation or divorce, it’s crucial to approach the process with caution, empathy, and a laser focus on the best interests […]
Contravention Series Part 3 – Penalties!
In the last part of the contravention series, I am going to talk about what are some of the penalties or sanctions that a Court can impose if a contravention application is successful. It will be important before filing a contravention application that you consider what result you actually want. If you don’t want the […]
What is an Initiating Application in Family Law?
Podcast Episode 74
Family law can be very complex in Australia, and even more so when it comes to the Court process. It can be very confusing, especially when it comes to making applications to Court for your family law matter. The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA) is the same court used across the […]
Family Law Watch List (Airport Watch List)
NAVIGATING THE FAMILY LAW WATCH LIST: PROTECTING YOUR CHILD’S MOVEMENT In today’s mobile age, concerns about a child’s overseas movement are growing among separated or divorced parents. Especially when one fears that the other parent might whisk their children away, possibly disrupting settled lives and custody arrangements. The solution? The Family Law Watch List. WHAT […]
How does the COVID-19 Vaccine affect the Family Court? – Podcast Episode 61
In our latest podcast episode, Dannielle Young, our Senior Associate, unravels the intricacies of how the Family Court Circuit is addressing the ever-evolving matter of COVID-19 vaccinations, particularly concerning children. With Australia embracing the inoculation of children in adherence to medical recommendations, a surge of cases is emerging before the Courts centred on vaccination disputes. […]
Child Abduction
Child Abduction Australia Children being abducted by a parent or a family member is more common in Australia than you may think. Generally, this could happen when the parent or a family member is not satisfied with the current parenting arrangements and decides to leave the area or the country without the consent of the […]