FAQs

December 12, 2016

Court Process

All of our lawyers have an in depth knowledge of family law as well as the court procedures, which ensures the best court representation for you. […]

December 5, 2016

How do parties to a divorce demonstrate that they have separated?

In demonstrating that a period of separation has begun, there are a couple of general actions that may be used as evidence, and can include: one […]

December 5, 2016

What do I need to know about creating enforceable agreements?

Section 90G of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act) outlines the circumstances when financial agreements are binding. The requirements are strict, and all parties must have been […]

December 5, 2016

How can a person apply for orders or declarations in relation to de facto relationships?

Section 90SB of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act) sets out when a court can make an order or declaration in relation to a […]

December 5, 2016

What are the laws relating to voluntary and mandatory reporting for child abuse?

The ACT, New South Wales, Queensland, Tasmania, and Victoria provide for voluntary reporting to an authoritative body if a child is being maltreated or requires care. […]

December 5, 2016

Are marriages involving a transgender person valid?

The question of the validity of a marriage involving a person who underwent a transition was considered by the Full Court of the Family Court in […]

December 5, 2016

What is domestic violence?

Broadly speaking, domestic violence refers to any person who is in either an intimate or familial relationship where violence, or any other types of behaviours used […]

December 5, 2016

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What proof is required to demonstrate irretrievable breakdown?

The Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act) states that irretrievable breakdown of a marriage will have occurred if: · the parties have lived separately and apart for a […]

December 5, 2016

When may the court not grant a divorce?

If there are no suitable arrangements in place for the future care of any children under 18 years of age or children who lived as part […]

December 5, 2016

How does a person qualify for spousal maintenance?

In order for a person to succeed for maintenance, they must demonstrate that they are unable to support herself or himself adequately because: · they are caring […]

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