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Impartiality of Independent Children’s Lawyer in question

Impartiality of Independent Children’s Lawyer in question In nearly every case, at least one litigant feels that the “ICL” is “biased” against them. While…
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Subpoenas deemed to be a “fishing expedition”

Subpoenas deemed to be a “fishing expedition” Subpoenas are a useful way of gathering evidence, but that evidence needs to be relevant to the…
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Undefended hearing proceeds in absence of father

Undefended hearing proceeds in absence of father An example of the legal process rolling on whether or not litigants engage in the process: The…
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Airport Watch List Removal

Airport Watch List Removal Fullager & Barberry 3) (m) Any other fact or circumstance that the court thinks is relevant The Court refers to…
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Aunt successful in application for nephew to live with her

Aunt successful in application for nephew to live with her instead of father In a recent case, the maternal aunt was successful in obtaining…
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Mother at risk of harm from children

Mother at risk of harm from children In the recent case of Watts & Lorreck, the court noted the family violence being perpetuated between mother…
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Contempt jail sentences for Mother and Grandmother

Contempt jail sentences for Mother and Grandmother The matter came before the court for final hearing on 9 October, 2014 and, as is sometimes…
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Adult sibling seeking a relationship and time with younger siblings

Adult sibling seeking a relationship and time with younger siblings Adult sibling – Ms C’s application In the previous final orders, Ms C (adult…
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Contempt sentences for Mother and Grandmother

Contempt sentences for Mother and Grandmother Contempt: A recent case published in mainstream press: The matter came before the court for final hearing on…
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Child abduction ring alleged by AFP

Child abduction ring alleged by AFP – breaking news from the ABC Three men have been arrested over an alleged plot to help women…
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International family law and children

International family law and children International family law: Families who are split across international borders face unique challenges. Disputes between these families can have…
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Reciprocating countries and residency for child support

Reciprocating countries and residency for child support Australia has arrangements for child support with a number of countries. These are known as reciprocating jurisdictions….
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The link between money and contact: The entangled nature of child support and contact and the role of negative attributions around parental motivation

The link between money and contact: The entangled nature of child support and contact and the role of negative attributions around parental motivation Despite…
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Meaningful relationship meaning in the family law context

Meaningful relationship meaning in the family law context In the recent case of Agnew & Wogan and Anor, the court discussed the meaning of “meaningful relationship”…
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Flooding therapy for “enmeshed” children

Flooding therapy for “enmeshed” children Flodding therapy – In the recent case of Habib & Ibrahim, the court made orders for a child who was living…
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Deathbed filing of property settlement claims

Deathbed filing of property settlement claims “Deathbed” claims – The recent case of FROST (DECEASED) & WHOOTEN[2018] FamCAFC 177 highlights the importance of “filing” proceedings before…
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Superannuation splitting laws

Superannuation splitting laws When a marriage or de facto relationship breaks down property can be divided between the parties. Superannuation is treated as property…
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Moving out of the family home – will I lose my rights?

Moving out of the family home – will I lose my rights? We live in times where most families can’t afford the “luxury” of…
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Beanstalk Mums – thanks for your support!

Beanstalk Mums – thanks for your support! “Beanstalk is a supportive, inspirational community for single mothers from all walks of life. Beanstalk is for…
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Travel time – how much is too much?

Travel time – how much is too much? Travel time – Often parents focus on the distance between their respective homes when considering equal…
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Legal help needed – my ex has everything

Legal help needed – my ex has everything Very often in relationships – and for many different reasons – couples arrange their assets so…
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My child just turned 12 – can they choose who they live with now?

My child just turned 12 – can they choose who they live with now? “My child just turned 12. I’ve heard that they can…
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Parental rights – do I have any?

Parental rights – do I have any? Under the Family Law Act 1975, parents have responsibilities and obligations rather than parental rights. It is…
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Amendments to Child Support legislation 2018

Amendments to Child Support legislation 2018 – a summary Schedule 1 – Child support amendments Part 1 – Interim periods: This Part amends the…
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