In our latest Family Law Blog, Lawyer Madison Kelly explains the implications that Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders can have on your family law matter, whether you are the protected person or the defendant.

In our latest Family Law Blog, Adoption and Family Lawyer Kirstie Barfoot outlines what is involved in Adult Adoption and the key differences in the process of an Adult Adoption for foster children in contrast to applications pursued before reaching the age of 18.

More and more families are waiting over 12 months to have their cases heard in the Family Court. In our latest Family Law Blog, Lawyer Suzanne Lang explains why the system is failing and what you can do about it.

It’s common for people going through a separation to turn to social media to vent their grievances, which can be damaging to their case. In our latest Family Law blog, Senior Associate Anna D’Addona outlines what you should consider when posting on social media before and during your family court proceedings.

What are your options when trying to sort out parenting arrangements for Christmas? In our latest Family Blog, Senior Associate Anna D’Addona outlines what separated parents should consider when planning for Christmas.

Recently, the Federal Government proposed to do away with the Family Court as a standalone court. In our latest Family Blog, Senior Associate Anna D’Addona explains the current status and implications.

The biological father and sperm donor, Mr Masson, sought orders from the Family Court of Australia to restrain the biological mother of their child and her partner from relocating with their child to New Zealand. In this article, Lawyer Kirstie Barfoot, explains how this case turned on two questions.

A Family Report is a report prepared by a Family Consultant which provides the Court with an independent assessment of the issues in a parenting matter, which are the subject of litigation. It offers an independent views of the matters in dispute, which ultimately assists the Court in reaching a decision as to the arrangements which are in the best interests of the child/ren involved in the dispute.

If you are thinking about applying for a divorce it is important to note that you must apply to the court for property orders within 12 months of your divorce becoming final. If you were in a de facto relationship, you are able to apply within two years from the date of separation. If you do not file within these time periods, leave of the Court will be required.

The Courts have determined that family violence can have a significant impact on a party’s contributions to a relationship and what parties will ultimately receive at the conclusion of any property proceedings.

It is often the case that separated parents are able to reach an agreement about the parenting arrangements for their child or children. Parenting arrangements for children which are agreed upon can be set out in either ‘Consent Orders’ or a ‘Parenting Plan’. So, which one is best for you?

Dealing with a family law dispute can be a stressful and extremely emotional time and it is important that you are comfortable and confident with the representation you have. Here is a guide to choosing the right family lawyer.

In March, the Australian Law Reform Commission released its final report of the Inquiry into the Family Law system, which was tabled at Parliament on 10 April. This blog details the key findings of the Inquiry.

There are many ways to have a baby including traditional conception, surrogacy, adoption and sperm or egg donation. With so many options, the law starts to become complicated when considering who the baby’s parents are considered to be. A recent case about sperm donation is likely to have some parents out there suddenly very concerned about their rights, and the rights of their donor.

In an attempt to address the power imbalance that exists within family law matters involving family violence, Attorney-General Christian Porter introduced the Family Law Amendment (Family Violence and Cross-examination of Parties) Bill 2018.  The Act commenced on 10 March 2019, and will apply to cross-examination from 10 September 2019, in proceedings instituted either before or after that commencement.

It is important for parties to a family law matter to keep in mind that rogue social media posts can often be a relatively quick and effective way of providing evidence in support of a disputed fact.  This is particularly relevant within the context of parenting cases, where the best interests of the child are of paramount concern.  

On 1 July 2018, amendments to the Child Support (Assessment) Act 1989 were made which are likely to affect you if under your Child Support Agreement, the parent receiving child support is caring for a child across less than 35% of all overnight stays.