When people separate, there are a range of different experiences that they can have. Not all separations have to be the long drawn out court battles that last for years and cost hundreds of thousands of dollars in legal fees. “There are options that can help you to avoid going to Court.” – Claire Naidu As you can anticipate, going … Read More
Collaborative Family Lawyers: Claire Naidu & Co
Collaborative Family Law is a different way of approaching the resolution process of family law matters. It aims to promote the resolution of disputes and keep the matter outside of the court system. It is a voluntary process where parties agree to opt into the Collaborative process and keep out of Court. The lawyers sign an agreement whereby they will … Read More
Domestic Violence Crisis Service (DVCS) Support Group Canberra – Moving On
MOVING ON The Domestic Violence Crisis Service (DVCS) which provides support to people subjected to violence or abuse regardless of socioeconomic backgrounds, immigration status, gender, age, sexual orientation, and all religions, cultural and ethnic backgrounds. DVCS provides around the clock assistance including: Attendance with ACT Policing at, or just after, incidents to support those affected; Telephone crisis counselling and … Read More
What is family law?
What is family law? Family law is an area of the law which, simply put, deals with families and all things family related including what happens with property and children after separation. Family law is often associated with divorce however it also covers a range of issues including parenting and property matters for parties that have or have not … Read More
Representing yourself in the Family Court or the Federal Circuit Court in family law matters
Representing Yourself in the Family Court or the Federal Circuit Court in family law matters. Due to financial circumstances or other reasons, you may be considering representing yourself in Court. It is important to understand that Court is not the same as what you see on TV. Many of the TV shows depict court etiquette in the United States or … Read More
What to do if you are separating…
Feeling overwhelmed? When people separate, people often say to us “I don’t know what to do next” or “I don’t know where to start.” One thing that most people don’t think of is their will. Many people either do not have wills or currently have a will that leaves everything to their spouse. Separations can be stressful enough but it … Read More
What if your child doesn’t want to see their other parent? Gungahlin Family Lawyers & Canberra Family Lawyers & Mediators – Claire Naidu & Co discuss this issue
Written by: Claire Naidu & Co, Lawyers and tadiators (Gungahlin Family Lawyers and Canberra Family Lawyers) We have clients ask us what to do if their child starts to say that they do not want to see their mum or that they do not want to see their dad. What can I do if my child does not want to … Read More
What I learnt from Sir Bob Geldof
You may remember him fromThe Boomtown Rats, he starred as “Pink” in Pink Floyd’s film, Pink Floyd – The Wall, he co-founded the charity group Band Aid and later Live Aid and the Live 8 concerts. Raising more than $150 million for on the ground relief work in Africa, he also received a knighthood and is the recipient of the … Read More
Thinking about getting a Divorce Lawyer?
If you are thinking about getting a divorce lawyer, here are a few tips to consider: Engaging a Lawyer – Call the law firm first and speak to someone – it is important that you have someone you trust and ‘click’ with. (We have a free ten minute telephone consultation to allow you to do this). Support – You don’t … Read More
Top Law Firm – Canberra Family Lawyers – Claire Naidu & Co
Top 50 Law Firms is the premier site for discovering who the legal industry believes to be the cream of the crop. The Top 50 Law Firms showcases Law Firms in Australia nominated and voted for by people just like you. The staff at Claire Naidu & Co are very pleased to have been awarded 3rd place in the 2014 … Read More