Going to Children’s Court – Charlie, The Chocolate Factory and the Golden Ticket to the Family Court

If you have a dispute with your former spouse/partner in relation to the care arrangements of your children, you may be thinking of initiating proceedings in Children’s Court. However Court proceedings can be stressful and expensive and it is expected that...

8 Helpful Tips for a Happy Christmas Holiday for Separated Families

Children, separation

It is that time of year again when things can become a little tense as summer holiday, Christmas day and New Year plans for separated families are negotiated and implemented. Christmas time is an important time for families, and should be a joyful time for...

Domestic Violence and Family Law

property settlement, Children, Intervention order

Domestic violence is an issue that has become increasingly prevalent in the news and general public’s awareness, especially during 2015 with many celebrities and politicians coming on board to raise awareness and ultimately help prevent the number of victims of...

Amicably separating? Legal advise is still recommended

Children, divorce, property settlement, separation

Going through a separation or divorce can be extremely challenging especially when there are children involved, and it is fair to say that genuinely amicable separations are very rare. Seeking advice from a family lawyer does not necessarily mean you are embarking on...

A different perspective on divorce

Children, divorce

Here is an interesting article posted on Mamma Mia today where a divorced father thanks his ex-wife for the gift of their children. Nice to read a different perspective don’t you think?...

Social Networks – a Family Lawyer’s dream or nightmare?

Children, separation

Watch out – what you say on social networks such as Facebook or Twitter may well end up as evidence in the Family Law Courts! “There is no way I am agreeing to her having the kids more as then I’ll have to pay her more money!” “I will...