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August 24, 2021
How many contracts need to be drafted in a Surrogacy arrangement? For a domestic surrogacy arrangement, there will […]
August 24, 2021
Lockdown for separated families – what does it mean for you? With lockdown upon us in Sydney, NSW, […]
August 24, 2021
Separation and Divorce Due To Mental Health “ Expert assistance in difficult times ” Separation and Divorce Due […]
November 4, 2020
Section 90B Agreements Section 90B Agreements – Personalised Financial Agreements for Couples Contemplating Marriage Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers […]
January 31, 2020
Divorce & Separation Advice – Practical Tips Relating to your former partner Some people believe when they separate, […]
August 1, 2019
AIFLAM is the National Body for Family Law Arbitrators and Mediators. An Accredited Arbitrator, Sarah Bevan has been a proud […]
May 31, 2019
Full and frank disclosure is a cornerstone of family law, but that does not mean it is easy […]
May 9, 2019
The following is an article as published on Legalwise.com.au, on May 2nd, 2019. Sarah Bevan and Alfonso Layson of Sarah Bevan […]
May 3, 2019
My husband has stopped paying child support. I have my children full time and their father agreed to […]
April 18, 2019
You must first read through the Application for Divorce (and any other documents served) thoroughly and ascertain whether […]
April 11, 2019
The process for filing an Application for Divorce when you have been living overseas is also, in essence, […]
April 8, 2019
The Application for Divorce requires information in relation to existing parenting arrangements for the children. This is because […]
March 30, 2019
An initial consultation can cost between $120 – $150 depending on what lawyer you see, provided that the […]
March 28, 2019
Property settlement Amicable separation – we agree on most things, what’s involved in drawing up and mediating a […]
March 15, 2019
The process for filing your Application for Divorce when the other party is overseas is, in essence, the […]
March 12, 2019
Certification (Legal Statement) of Binding Financial Agreement (Prenup) services, do we each need a separate lawyer? We’ve discussed […]
February 25, 2019
Parental Obligations To A child Under 18 In Providing Financial Support Living Arrangements & Financial Agreements What are […]
January 31, 2019
What is involved when a lawyer needs to review and advise on the Binding Financial Agreement? Our process […]
January 29, 2019
Today we revisit an article featuring our very own Alfonso Layson, an Accredited Family Law Specialist and a […]
December 20, 2018
When does a Binding Financial Agreement take effect? Before the Wedding / Living Situation / Post Nuptial? A […]
December 5, 2018
When communication or co-parenting is difficult for you and your ex-partner there are a number of strategies that […]
December 3, 2018
Is it always recommended to have a different lawyer to your spouse/partner? Pursuant to section 90G of the Family […]
November 21, 2018
In order for a step parent to adopt a child, an application needs to be made to the […]
October 19, 2018
Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers are proud to be a premium sponsor of a Surrogacy conference. It’s a six […]
October 8, 2018
Why is Adoption so hard in Australia? – Adoption Lawyers Australia Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers have extensive experience […]
October 2, 2018
Divorce Advice Australia – Divorce Lawyers Sydney Divorce Advice can be very complexed, Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers have […]
October 2, 2018
What is an Adoption Order – Adoption Lawyers Sydney An adoption order is an official Court order made […]
September 3, 2018
I don’t want to be the father of this child, what are my rights and obligations This is […]
July 3, 2018
Divorce and Mediation – Family Law Arbitrator Sydney Divorce and Mediation If you are considering filing for divorce, […]
July 2, 2018
Family Law Arbitrators and Mediators Traditional litigation is not the only way to resolve your family law issue. […]
May 16, 2018
Same Sex Relationships Property Settlements Same Sex Property Settlement Lawyers – When a de facto relationship or marriage […]
March 1, 2018
Financial Agreements Same Sex Relationships – Lawyers Sydney Financial Agreements Same Sex Relationships, on 9 December 2017, same […]
January 3, 2018
Visitation – What are the 3 type of children’s contact services? Children’s Contact Services aim to provide a […]
October 30, 2017
Surrogacy Lawyers Crows Nest, Sydney At Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers, we can provide you with the legal advice […]
December 23, 2016
Jan and Nicholas had one child, Owen, aged 6 years. Jan and Nicholas had separated approximately 2 years earlier, […]
December 13, 2016
We see people in very varying stages, from those who have not yet separated but are considering their […]
December 12, 2016
Edward and Georgia had been married for 12 years and had 2 children, Fiona aged 10 and Kim […]
December 12, 2016
All of our lawyers have an in depth knowledge of family law as well as the court procedures, […]
December 5, 2016
In demonstrating that a period of separation has begun, there are a couple of general actions that may […]
December 5, 2016
Section 90G of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act) outlines the circumstances when financial agreements are binding. The requirements […]
December 5, 2016
Section 90SB of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act) sets out when a court can make […]
December 5, 2016
The ACT, New South Wales, Queensland, Tasmania, and Victoria provide for voluntary reporting to an authoritative body if […]
December 5, 2016
The question of the validity of a marriage involving a person who underwent a transition was considered by […]
December 5, 2016
Broadly speaking, domestic violence refers to any person who is in either an intimate or familial relationship where […]
December 5, 2016
The Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act) states that irretrievable breakdown of a marriage will have occurred if: · the […]
December 5, 2016
If there are no suitable arrangements in place for the future care of any children under 18 years […]
December 5, 2016
In order for a person to succeed for maintenance, they must demonstrate that they are unable to support […]
December 5, 2016
The most important consideration of the court when issuing an order, is the best interests of the child. […]
December 5, 2016
The laws relating to surrogacy arrangements within Australia falls within the jurisdiction of state and territory governments, with […]
December 5, 2016
With the introduction of the Bankruptcy and Family Law Legislation Amendment Act 2005(Cth)(the Amendment) afforded non-bankrupt spouses greater protections […]
December 5, 2016
Generally speaking, when a person gets married, any will made before the marriage will be revoked. However, wills […]
December 5, 2016
The Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act) requires the court to take into account contributions made in the capacity […]
December 5, 2016
There is of course no uniform way in which marriages should be conducted, and the law does not […]
December 5, 2016
There may be instances where the court may consider that there is a “reasonable excuse” for contravention of […]
December 5, 2016
If the respondent is based in another country, it is important to find out whether Australia has an […]
December 5, 2016
Under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act), the only grounds for divorce in Australia is if […]
December 5, 2016
The Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act) outlines the following type of enforceable agreements: caring for children; […]
December 5, 2016
Part VIIIAB of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act) outlines how financial matters are to be […]
December 5, 2016
It’s generally accepted that parents are responsible for the care, protection and upbringing of a child. Matters to […]
December 5, 2016
The current Australian position in relation to marriage is that it must be a union between a man […]
December 5, 2016
It is estimated that one in three women experience physical violence throughout Australia, and with such disturbing statistics, […]
December 5, 2016
The one and only ground for divorce in Australia is that of irretrievable breakdown of the marriage. When […]
December 5, 2016
The divorce process is never easy and if there are also children involved, there are a number of […]
December 5, 2016
The Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act) has a number of spousal maintenance provisions in place if […]
December 5, 2016
In circumstances where parents require enforceable arrangements in relation to their children, court orders are required, and can […]
December 5, 2016
Many Australians may be considering undertaking surrogacy arrangements with a person outside of the country. Surrogacy can take […]
December 5, 2016
When bankruptcy and family law collide, the results are how shall we say it? Complex. Although, we’ve dealt […]
December 5, 2016
If you have already created a will, congratulations! Having a will is one of the most important documents […]
December 5, 2016
When determining how property is to be dealt with when a relationship comes to an end, the law […]
December 5, 2016
With the introduction of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act), the only grounds for divorce in […]
December 5, 2016
Parties who are bound by a parenting order must take reasonable steps to comply with the order. However […]
December 5, 2016
When serving an application for divorce, there are certain steps that must be followed, unless service is dispensed […]
December 5, 2016
Family Violence and Child Abuse Mandatory Report Laws Unfortunately, instances of family violence and child abuse does occur […]
December 5, 2016
Property Settlement in Divorce & Separation Property Settlement in divorce & separation, each person in a relationship has […]
December 5, 2016
Family Lawyers – What you should know about seeing one! The most important thing you should know is […]
December 5, 2016
Separating – Importing things to do! Separating – Get proper legal advice from an experienced family lawyer as […]
December 5, 2016
Can I take someone with me to Family Law Court? It is acceptable and quite normal to have […]
December 5, 2016
What do I wear to Family Law Court? A suit is not necessary, but you may wear […]
November 23, 2016
Does Gender Mater in Parenting Arrangements Does Gender Matter in Family Law, most people faced with the harsh […]
November 23, 2016
Divorce – International Divorce – International Property Settlement – International Property Dispute – Sydney – New South Wales […]
November 23, 2016
Property Settlements – Divorce Lawyers People facing the end of a marriage or relationship will often find that […]
November 23, 2016
Divorce – Before Divorce – Separation – After Divorce – Property – Children – Sydney – New South […]
November 23, 2016
Binding Financial Agreements – Prenuptial Agreements – Postnuptial Agreements – Asset Protection – Marriage – De Facto – […]
November 23, 2016
Best Family Lawyers How to choose the best family lawyers for your divorce and property settlement? 1. Best […]
November 23, 2016
Hague Convention Return of illegally abducted children The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction […]
November 23, 2016
Superannuation and Separation – Who get what in a Divorce? Superannuation and Separation , after separation one or […]
November 23, 2016
Divorce, Who gets What in a Separation – Divorce Lawyers Sydney If you are worried about separating from […]
November 23, 2016
Grandparents Rights Introduction In some families, a grandchild may live with a grandparent or a grandparent may be […]
November 23, 2016
Separation Legalities in Divorce If you are worried about divorcing / separating from your partner and need […]
November 23, 2016
LGBTI and Family Law Introduction Same sex relationships have become more recognised in society and along with […]
November 23, 2016
Breaching Parenting Orders Breaching a parenting order is a serious matter. As a parenting order is a court […]
November 23, 2016
Mediation and Family Dispute Resolution The terms mediation and family dispute resolution are used interchangeably in the area […]
November 23, 2016
Family Law Court Supervised Time The Family Law Act 1975 places a significant emphasis on the need to […]
November 23, 2016
Duty of Disclosure the Family Court of Australia has stringent disclosure requirements for parties. These requirements arise in […]
November 23, 2016
Paul and Kaitlyn were in a relationship for approximately two years and had a child together, named Annabelle. […]
November 23, 2016
Adoption & Parenting Orders what is the difference ? Adoption is the legal process where a child joins […]
November 23, 2016
Who gets the Pets in a Divorce For most families, their pets (be it a dog, cat or […]
November 23, 2016
Parenting Arrangement after Separation Parenting Arrangements need help? Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers is not your ordinary law firm. […]
November 23, 2016
I think my separation will be complicated. What should we do about our expenses? Can My Family Lawyer […]
November 23, 2016
Child Support Lawyers Sydney, Parramatta Case Study by Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers Adam and Christine had 2 teenage […]
November 23, 2016
Child Abduction Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers, Sydney, Parramatta Case Study Samina and Sohail had two children of their […]
November 22, 2016
Greg and Donna had recently separated, and had a 21 month old daughter Holly. Donna had been Holly’s […]
November 22, 2016
Interim Orders and Parenting Arrangement Disputes – SB Family Lawyers Sydney and Parramatta Case Study Jan and Nicholas […]
November 22, 2016
Defacto Relationships Financial Disputes – SB Family Lawyers Case Study Ali and Irene had been in a defacto […]
November 22, 2016
Property Settlement and Child Support Payments – SB Family Lawyers Case Study Edward and Georgia had been married […]
November 22, 2016
Shared parenting arrangements, Aaron and Cathy had a 6 year old daughter Brianna, who had remained living with […]
November 22, 2016
Divorce – Separation- Divorce Lawyers – Family Law Firm Sydney Ian came in to see us shortly after […]
November 22, 2016
Parenting/children – grandparents rights case study Susie and Tony’s relationship broke down after months of fighting. Susie left […]
November 22, 2016
Property/Financial disputes – Family Lawyers Case study Paul was a successful entrepreneurial businessman. With the support of his […]
November 22, 2016
Surrogacy when in the same sex defacto relationship, case study Surrogacy, Brett and Samuel were in a same […]
November 22, 2016
Child Custody – Recovery Order Case Study Nicole had been in a relationship with Paul on and off […]
November 22, 2016
Parenting Orders – Domestic Violence – Family Separation Law Firm Johnathon and Sue were in a de facto […]
November 22, 2016
Parenting Orders – very young children and sexual abuse allegations – Family Lawyers Steve and Anna were in […]
November 22, 2016
Alternatives to Adoption and Surrogacy in Australia – Family Lawyers Most of our work at Sarah Bevan Family […]
November 22, 2016
Changing an existing Parenting Order James and Laura were a young couple who separated shortly after the birth […]
November 15, 2016
The best advice we can give about these items is to keep in mind a cost versus benefit consideration. It is easy to become embroiled in the emotion, but the reality is that you may end up paying a lot more in legal fees than what the assets are worth if there is a substantial dispute about them.