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Family Law Amendment Bill 2023: Renewing Emphasis on the Best Interests of the Child
We review the recent amendments to the Family Law Act 1975, Family Law Amendment Bill 2023.

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Nov 4, 20233 min read
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Case Study - Gadhavi & Gadhavi [2023] FedCFamC1A 117
Case Study relating to a family law case involving serious family violence.

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Oct 10, 20233 min read


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Family Law Edition 2023
This article provides detailed answers to common questions regarding some Family Law issues.

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Aug 25, 20235 min read


Our Cases - Ms X, Common Assault
Our recent criminal law case shows the importance of having experienced lawyers present comprehensive submissions at sentencing.

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Aug 18, 20232 min read


Financial Disclosure in Family Law
This article explores the vital duty of financial disclosure in family law matters.

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Aug 1, 20234 min read
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Long Separation – Case Study of I & I [2005] FamCA 432
We delve into the complexities of family law regarding prolonged separations, highlighting the case of I & I as an example.

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Jul 20, 20233 min read
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Adequacy of Reasons – Case Study of Aitken & Aitken [2023] FedCFamC1A 69
This case highlights the importance of assessing financial capacity of the parties and providing clear reasons for judge's decisions.

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Jul 11, 20234 min read


DIY Divorce vs Hiring a Lawyer
DIY divorce, while initially seeming compelling and cost-effective, often leads to unexpected difficulties.

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Jul 4, 20234 min read


How To Read Pest & Building Reports
This article delves deep into Pest and Building Reports, which are invaluable tools, shining a light on structural issues and pest problems.

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Jun 30, 20233 min read


How To Read Strata Reports
Strata schemes offer an enticing community-focused lifestyle that's as engaging as it's convenient. But it's not all sunshine and...

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Jun 29, 20233 min read


Divorce - Dispensing With Rules of Service
This article explores how Dispensation of Service in divorce cases necessitates exhaustive efforts to locate the untraceable spouse.

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Jun 27, 20233 min read


Costs Orders in Family Law - Case Study
This article provides a case study analysis to examine the complexities of obtaining costs orders in family law matters.

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Jun 22, 20233 min read


Binding Death Benefit Nomination - Why You Need It
This article discusses A Binding Death Benefit Nomination (BDBN), an essential tool in estate planning.

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Jun 20, 20233 min read


Family Reports in Parenting Matters
When it comes to family law parenting disputes, the court's primary concern is the best interests of the child/children. To make informed...

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Jun 15, 20235 min read


Severity Appeals to District Court of NSW
In essence, a severity appeal is an appeal against the severity of a sentence handed down by the Local Court. In layman's terms, it's...

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Jun 13, 20233 min read


Jurisdictional Issues in Parenting Cases
This blog post examines some jurisdictional issues that arise in family law parenting matters involving overseas jurisdictions.

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Jun 6, 20234 min read
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Case Study - Gadzen & Simkin [2018] FamCAFC 218 – Why Limitation Periods Matter
This article discusses the importance of limitation periods when it comes to Family Law matters using a case study.

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May 31, 20233 min read


The Importance of Section 10.7 Certificates When Buying Property
We dive into the difference between Section 10.7(2) and 10.7(5) certificates and discuss real-world implications when buying property.

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May 30, 20233 min read


Social Media and Family Law: Often A Curse, Not A Blessing
This article explores the issue of social media in family law and provides practical tips to litigants on how to manage social media use.

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May 27, 20234 min read


Rescinding a Contract During the Cooling-Off Period
This article explores some reasons why you might want to consider rescinding a contract during the cooling-off period expires.

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May 17, 20233 min read
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