False Allegations of Domestic Violence: What Happens Now?
Being falsely accused of domestic violence can turn a person’s life upside down overnight. In Australia, domestic and family violence laws exist for good reason: they protect people from real and often life-threatening harm. But that same system, built to respond quickly to keep people safe, can be misused. When a false report is made, […]
Holiday Parenting Plans: Tips for Separated Families from Child Custody Lawyer Gold Coast
The holiday season is a time for joy, but for separated families, it can also bring challenges. Coordinating parenting schedules to ensure children enjoy a festive and stress-free holiday is crucial. A well-structured holiday parenting plan can help reduce conflict, prioritise the child’s best interests, and make the season enjoyable for everyone. This guide provides […]
Australian Family Law Changes from May 2024:
What You Need to Know
The Australian family law system is undergoing significant changes, with new laws commencing on 6 May 2024 and a further round that followed just over a year later. These updates, introduced under the Family Law Amendment Act 2023 and the Family Law Amendment Act 2024, bring about important changes to how courts handle parenting orders, […]
Property Division for Tenants in Common vs Joint Tenants
Finding out that how you hold your home’s title, not just whose name is on the mortgage, can shape your entire property settlement is a surprise for a lot of separating couples. You’ve made the repayments, you’ve built a life in the property, and now you’re being told that the words “tenants in common” or […]
Financial Advisors During the Separation Process with Joshua Pennell Ep 91
Financial advisors can play a crucial role in family law matters by providing valuable financial guidance and expertise to individuals and families going through various legal processes such as divorce, separation, child custody disputes, and other related issues. Here are some ways in which financial advisors can assist in family law matters: Objective Financial Analysis: […]
Preparing for Family Law Mediation – A Roadmap to a Successful Resolution Ep 90
Family law mediation is a constructive and cost-effective alternative to court battles when resolving disputes related to divorce, child custody, support, and other family matters. It offers families an opportunity to come together, discuss their concerns, and work towards a mutually agreeable solution. To make the most of this process, careful preparation is essential. In […]
How Can I Win My Family Law Matter? – Podcast Episode 59
In today’s podcast, Caralee tackles a critical topic – the concept of ‘winning’ in a family law matter. Whether you’re navigating this process on your own, have enlisted the support of lawyers, or find yourself embroiled in litigation and applications to court, there are multiple paths to reach a conclusion. The ultimate goal is to […]
What Happens To Grandparents In Family Law? – Podcast Episode 33
Hearing that your child’s relationship is falling apart is frightening enough. For grandparents, there’s often a second wave of fear right behind it: will I still get to see my grandchildren? That fear is completely understandable, and it’s one of the most common questions we hear on the podcast. The good news is that grandparents […]
What Are The Pathways To Certainty In Your Family Law Matter? – Podcast Episode 20
Here at Collective Family Law, we are a full-service law firm with many solutions to help you through your divorce and separation. Our goal for all of our clients is to get them through this period of their life as soon as possible, allowing them to move on to a brighter future faster. When going […]
Primary and Secondary Considerations
For The Best Interests Of Children
When a court makes a parenting order under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth), the paramount consideration is always what is the best interests of children. That principle has not changed, and it will not change: all decisions made and actions taken by the Court should be in their “best interests”, regardless of what either […]