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How Do I Apply for a Recovery Order?
Oftentimes when relationships break down, children will experience a change in their routines and regular living circumstances. Sometimes these changes can result in circumstances where a child is...
At What Age Can a Child Choose Who They Want to live With
Child custody matters can be emotionally charged and challenging for all involved, notwithstanding each parties’ best efforts to minimise conflict. A common question that arises is what weight the...
What are the Time Limits in Family Law Property Settlements?
Are There Any Time Limits in Property Settlements? In Australian Family Law matters, there are relevant time limits that you ought to be aware of when commencing an Initiating Application in family...
Family Court Mediation Process Explained
When a relationship that involves children breaks down, it is vital for the needs of the children to receive significant consideration. For this reason, couples who are separated and in the process...
What are the Differences Between Mediation vs Arbitration and Which Should I Use?
Mediation and arbitration are both dispute resolution processes that serve as an alternative to litigation. Mediation is often the first attempt to resolve differences before more formal processes...
How Inheritance is Affected When Undergoing a Property Settlement?
The desire to keep most (if not all) of an inheritance is not unusual. You may feel that your ex-spouse does not deserve to benefit from the money your family members earned. However, the issue of...
What is a Directions Hearing and How Do I Prepare?
Dealing with various aspects of the court system can be confusing and even intimidating. You can help your own cause by familiarising yourself with the proceedings such as directions hearing. ...
My Readiness Hearing: What it is and How Do I Prepare?
What is a Readiness Hearing, and What is Its Purpose? In Australia, a readiness hearing is a procedural hearing for both parties in a dispute to ensure their cases are ready for trial. Typically,...
Pet Custody: Who Gets the Pets After a Separation or Divorce?
Dogs, cats, and other domestic pets are considered to be beloved family members by many Australians. As such, strong emotional attachments exist between the owner and the pet. These attachments...
Is Mediation Legally Binding in Australia?
Often, people involved in a legal dispute believe their first (and possibly only) way to settle the issue is by going to court. However, another avenue of dispute resolution is to agree to undertake...