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 […]
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 […]
Benefits of Formalising Your Property Settlement Matter – Podcast Episode 76
We get asked by clients who come to see us “do I need to formalise property settlement”? Well, the strict answer is no, you don’t have to do anything you don’t want to and you are not required to formalise the property arrangements. BUT word of warning… there will be dangers, risks, and ramifications […]
The new Critical Incident List – Podcast Episode 68
In June 2022 the FCFCoA rolled out what they have termed a Critical Incident List. The Critical Incident List is specifically designed for matters where there is no available parent to care for a child due to death (including homicide), critical injury or incarceration due to family violence and where Orders are required so […]
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 […]
Your Frequently Asked Family Law Questions, Answered! – Podcast Episode 57
Today on the podcast, Caralee Fontenele answers a list of frequently asked questions she often receives in initial consultations at Collective Family Law. Navigating the family law process can be intimidating due to unfamiliar terminology and the overall complexity of the legal process. However, rest assured, we understand the overwhelming feelings this might invoke. At […]
Do I Need To Go To Court To File An Application For Divorce? – Podcast Episode 53
This week on the Divorce Collective Podcast, Caralee Fontenele addresses a common question: Do I need to go to court to apply for divorce? It’s important to understand that obtaining a divorce is an administrative process and does not directly address property division or parenting arrangements. While filing for divorce is an essential step, […]
How To Keep Legal Fees To A Minimum – Podcast Episode 9
We have all heard the perception that all lawyers are expensive and have high fees, so here on the Divorce Collective Podcast, Caralee breaks down her tips and tricks as to how you can keep your Lawyers’ fees down and under control! One of the first things to consider is negotiating with your ex-partner. If […]
Parenting Plans
Navigating through a divorce proceeding, one of the greatest hurdles can be finalising the care arrangements for the children. It is often the children who are more affected by the dissolution of marriage than the parents. Amid this upheaval, it’s crucial to bear in mind that the child’s relationship with both parents remains intact, even […]