Who Is a Parent?
August 2019 | Ariza Arif
The nuclear family structure has changed, shifted and diversified over recent years with the use of sperm donation and in vitro fertilisation (“IVF treatment”).
In a previous article: “Can a child
There Are Pirates Everywhere, Not Just in the Caribbean!
June 2019 | Les Stubbs
Family violence is a very serious issue in Australia, and is treated as such in family law matters. But the making of false allegations is also treated seriously. The issue of
One Too Many? – Alcohol and Domestic Violence
May 2019 | Les Stubbs
Your family lawyer may have advised you, or you may have read that the most important issue in parenting proceedings in family law cases is “the best
The 2019 Federal Election and the Family Court
April 2019 | Les Stubbs
What will be important to you when you vote in the upcoming federal election on 18 May 2019 – tax cuts and/or reform, infrastructure spending, skills
Can A Child Have More Than Two Parents?
April 2019 | Helen Freidman – Legal Consultant
With the passing of the 2017 amendments to Australia’s Marriage Act, marriage in Australia is no longer confined to a “union between a man and a woman”, but
Will I Be Put in Gaol for Not Paying Child Support?
March 2019 | Ariza Arif
The American R&B singer, R. Kelly, was recently taken into custody in Chicago for failing to pay outstanding child support of more than US$160,000. Fortunately for
Tax, What Tax?!
March 2019 | Les Stubbs
One of the most important benefits and advantages of consulting a specialist family lawyer is to be properly advised on your legal rights and obligations before
Can You Change a Child’s Name After Separation?
January 2019 | Georgia Dight
Family lawyers are often asked by parents whether they are able to change their child’s surname after separation or divorce. This generally occurs when a parent
New Rental Reforms to Protect Victims of Domestic Violence
January 2019 | Ariza Arif
New tenancy reforms to improve the protections for victims of domestic violence living in a rented property will commence on 28 February 2019.
Attention All: Stay Safe this ‘Silly Season’
December 2018 | Scott Freidman
The Christmas and New Year period is a time to enjoy the company of family and friends. However, the ‘silly season’ can also be
Co-Parenting Children after Separation or Divorce
October 2018 | Georgia Dight
Clear communication between parents following separation or divorce is important for the wellbeing of the children.