Child Support Options Explained – EP 102
Welcome back to the Divorce Collective podcast! I’m Dannielle Young, your host and a senior associate at Collective Family Law Group. We’re thrilled to have you with us again, and your ongoing support truly means the world to us. Our podcast aims to provide you with insights and information that could be helpful for your […]
Embracing Challenges and New Beginnings in Family Law
As the new year rolls in, family law firms in Gold Coast, including Collective Family Law Group, often witness a significant increase in inquiries about divorce and separation. January, commonly referred to as the “Divorce Month,” sees a notable rise in couples deciding to part ways. This article explores the key reasons behind this trend […]
A Guide to Finding Joy in the Holidays Amidst Separation
The holiday season, with its promise of joy and togetherness, can be particularly challenging for families navigating separation or divorce. This guide offers insights and strategies to not just endure but embrace the holiday season with a positive spirit, despite the complexities of separation. Reimagining the Holiday Magic in Times of Change Rediscovering Joy Amidst […]
Birdnesting: the New Hype but Does It Work? – Podcast Episode 79
What is birdnesting and can it be implemented in parenting arrangements post-separation? On today’s podcast, our Senior Associate Dannielle Young will explain the parenting arrangement of ‘birdnesting’ and discuss some advantages and disadvantages of this arrangement. Birdnesting is the term given to the arrangement where children remain in the family home post-separation and the parents […]
5 Tips On Negotiating Parenting Arrangements With Your Ex
In today’s episode of the podcast, Caralee Fontenele from the Collective Family Law Group delves into the complexities of negotiating co-parenting agreements. Her objective is to guide you towards minimising conflict and uncertainty, focusing instead on fostering harmonious arrangements for the benefit of your children. Navigating such terrain isn’t always straightforward. However, the strategies […]
What Happens To Grandparents In Family Law? – Podcast Episode 33
When there is a relationship breakdown – what does that mean for the grandparents? When grandparents hear that their child’s relationship is on rocky territory, it is scary as to what might happen. Unfortunately, there is nothing specifically in the Family Law Act regarding grandparents’ rights; however – don’t be alarmed! There is nothing in […]
Lighthouse Project – A Safer Pathway For Families Experiencing Family Violence
In an effort to assist families who have experienced family violence and safety risks to navigate the family law system, the Family Court and Federal Circuit Court of Australia have launched a new initiative called the Lighthouse Project. The project, which is being piloted in Brisbane, Parramatta, and Adelaide, is a three-part process that starts […]
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 […]
What is a Child Passport Alert?
As some of the best family law solicitors on the Gold Coast, we regularly field queries from parents concerned that their ex-partner might take a child overseas without their consent. One of the first questions we ask is whether the child has a passport. If the child doesn’t yet have a passport, we suggest that […]
How to Tell the Kids You Are Separating
When two people decide to divorce it can be an emotional time, filled with a lot of uncertainty. Whilst the tell-tale signs might have been there for your children to pick up on, it is very important that both parents are united when they break the news to their children. Most children of school age […]