COVID-19 Vaccines, Children and the COVID-19 List – Podcast Episode 17
The COVID-19 vaccine is not currently approved for anyone under the age of 18. However, as discussions about the future of COVID-19 vaccines emerge, it’s important for parents to understand where they stand on this issue. While we anticipate that the rollout and administration of the vaccine may lead to increased parental disputes, it’s […]
Federal Family Violence Orders
In March 2021 The Family Law Amendment (Federal Family Violence Orders) Bill 2021 was introduced to the House of Representatives. The Bill intends to establish new Federal Family Violence Orders (FFVO) issued by the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. The FFVOs would operate in a similar way to the current State and Territory […]
When Going Through Separation or Divorce, What Happens to Our Income?
Depending on your family’s financial circumstances, this can be either straightforward or very complicated. How you deal with your income and pay for the family expenses depends on how the parties have been utilising their money and income prior to separation. For the purpose of this article, we are delving into what to do with […]
Prevent Conflict in the Future – Binding Financial Agreements
A Binding Financial Agreement (‘BFA’) is an agreement between you and your partner regarding financial matters. Some people may recall pre-nuptial agreements, which are now encompassed in a BFA. A BFA can be entered into prior to a de facto relationship or marriage, during a de facto relationship or marriage, or post-separation, and can be […]
Primary and Secondary Considerations For The Best Interests Of Children
When determining what is in the children’s best interests, the court has to consider a number of primary considerations. The section of the Family Law Act where you can find this is 60B. This is a breakdown of what this section essentially seeks to guarantee to all children: that children have a meaningful relationship with […]
The Different People That You May Need on Your Family Law Team
There can be many different types of people, services and roles that you may come across when you are going through a family law matter in Australia. Unless you are a lawyer or even a family lawyer, it can be difficult to understand who you need on your family law team to get the outcome […]
Changing Your Passwords After Separation
Be clever here. You are now separated, and you are not only entitled to your privacy, but you need to claim it. It is very important that you have healthy boundaries with your ex-partner. You may think he or she would not betray your confidence, but they do, believe me — we have had many […]
How To Choose A Lawyer – Podcast Episode 3
Listen up as Caralee dives into the reasons you should consider before retaining a lawyer for your matter. It is natural to have concerns about which lawyer to retain, what the fees will likely be and whether they will give you the best advice possible. Here are my tips on how you should choose the […]
Signs That You May Not Need a Lawyer
NOT EVERYONE GOING THROUGH A SEPARATION OR DIVORCE NEEDS A LAWYER, (I BET THAT YOU NEVER EXPECTED TO HEAR THAT FROM A LAWYER!). These are some signs that you may be able to amicably resolve your family law matter on your own: You are able to amicably communicate with each other This means that you […]
Tips For Attending Court
What To Do When You Attend Court. If you have never attended court before, you may not have a clue what to expect. Here are a few basic tips on what to do when you attend court. Dress respectfully You do not have to wear a corporate suit; however, ensure that you are dressed for […]