After separation, when separated couples consider a property settlement, superannuation can be one of the biggest assets that they have. There is no requirement that superannuation be subject to a property settlement by way of adjustment, however you may be considering adjusting yours or your former partner’s superannuation – this is known as a ‘superannuation split’ or ‘splitting orders’. Superannuation … Read More
What is a Consent Order?
“Consent Orders may be made by a court where there is agreement by parties for orders to be made. There are usually certain requirements that need to be met before a court will issue consent orders.” A consent order or “consent orders” may have different meanings depending on the jurisdiction and the Court and type of proceedings. Consent orders in … Read More
Specialist Family Court Covid-19 List for urgent parenting matters
The Family Court of Australia and the Federal Circuit Court of Australia (the Courts) have announced that they are establishing a court list dedicated to deal exclusively with urgent parenting-related disputes that have arisen due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They have avised that the list will commence on 29 April 2020. The introduction of this list is in response to … Read More
Finalise your Divorce, Move on with your life
DIVORCE IS NOT FAILURE Finalise your Divorce, Move on with your life “I’ve missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. Twenty-six times I’ve been trusted to take the game-winning shot…and missed. I’ve failed over, and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.” – Michael Jordan. Finalise your Divorce, … Read More
Covid-19 Family Law Matters: Conflict Coaching for Covid-19 related matters
CONFLICT COACHING – FAMILY LAW CONFLICT COACHING FOR PARENTING ARRANGEMENTS AND PROPERTY MATTERS AFFECTED BY COVID19 “The Covid-19 pandemic is bringing unprecedented changes to the family law landscape. Many parents are worried and confused about what COVID-19 means for them, and how it will affect their children and parenting arrangements. “ – Claire Naidu & Co – COVID-19 FAMILY LAW … Read More
Covid-19 Family Law Matters: Express Mediations for Covid-19 related matters
EXPRESS MEDIATION – FAMILY LAW MEDIATION FOR PARENTING ARRANGEMENTS AND PROPERTY MATTERS AFFECTED BY COVID19 “The Covid-19 pandemic is bringing unprecedented changes to the family law landscape. Many parents are worried and confused about what COVID-19 means for them, and how it will affect their children and parenting arrangements. “ – Claire Naidu & Co – COVID-19 FAMILY LAW EXPRESS … Read More
Covid-19 Family Law Matters: Initial Appointments and Family Law Advice
INITIAL APPOINTMENTS AND SPECIALIST FAMILY LAW ADVICE REGARDING COVID-19 PARENTING ARRANGEMENTS AND PROPERTY MATTERS “The Covid-19 pandemic is bringing unprecedented changes to the family law landscape. Many parents are worried and confused about what COVID-19 means for them, and how it will affect their children and parenting arrangements. “ – Claire Naidu & Co – COVID-19 FAMILY LAW ADVICE The … Read More
Covid-19 Family Matters: Wills and Power of Attorneys
LEGAL MATTERS DURING COVID-19 – WILLS AND POWERS OF ATTORNEY “With the Covid-19 pandemic, now is a good time to consider reviewing your old will. If you do not have a will, it is a good time to consider preparing a Will to ensure that your wishes are reflected and loved ones taken care of.” – Claire Naidu & Co … Read More
Covid-19 Family Law Matters: Family Violence and Domestic violence
FAMILY LAW COVID-19 FAMILY VIOLENCE AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE MATTERS “The Covid-19 pandemic is bringing unprecedented changes to the family law landscape. Many parents are worried and confused about what COVID-19 means for them, and how it will affect their children and parenting arrangements. “ – Claire Naidu & Co – FAMILY VIOLENCE AND COVID-19 Are you concerned for yourself or … Read More
Covid-19 Family Law Matters: Parenting information
FAMILY LAW COVID-19 PARENTING INFORMATION “The Covid-19 pandemic is bringing unprecedented changes to the family law landscape. Many parents are worried and confused about what COVID-19 means for them, and how it will affect their children and parenting arrangements. “ – Claire Naidu & Co – COVID-19 PARENTING FACT SHEET You may be worried or confused about what COVID-19 means … Read More
Covid-19 Family Law Matters: Parenting Arrangements during the Pandemic
PARENTING ARRANGEMENTS IN THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC “The Covid-19 pandemic is bringing unprecedented changes to the family law landscape. Many parents are worried and confused about what COVID-19 means for them, and how it will affect their children and parenting arrangements. “ – Claire Naidu & Co – During the COVID-19 pandemic you may be considering what impacts there might be … Read More
The Rights of a Child in Family Law Matters
State parties (ie countries) that have signed the Convention on the Rights of the Child have committed to ensuring and respecting the rights of each child no matter their background or the background of their parent’s. The rights of children apply to all children and apply without discrimination of any kind, irrespective of their face, colour, sex, language, religion, political … Read More
Family Law Amendment (Family Violence and Cross-examination of Parties) Act 2018
From 10 September 2019, personal cross-examination have been banned in family law proceedings in certain circumstances where allegations of family violence have been raised. Amendments to the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) have been made that provide protection to victims of family violence who are cross-examined as part of family law proceedings. What is Personal Cross Examination? Personal cross-examination is where a … Read More
Best family lawyers : Tips on how to be a better family lawyer by a Leading Family Court Judge
Are you looking for a lawyer that keeps up to date with the latest family law developments? Or are you a family lawyer wanting to be a better family lawyer? Or are you a self-represented litigant looking to the get the best out of your case? Whatever your situation, we have some tips below from a Family Court … Read More
Family Court Judge Retires
Retirement of Chief Judge Thackray The Honourable Justice Stephen Thackray, Chief Judge of the Family Court of Western Australia, has announced his retirement from the Family Court of Western Australia and the Family Court of Australia, effective January 2019. He has provided many years of service to the profession and the judiciary, and we send our best wishes for his retirement.
Family Law – What to do If……?
Not sure of your next move in your family law matter? What do I do if….? I have received a letter from a lawyer? I have been served court documents? My ex wants to discuss our family law matters? Received a letter from another lawyer? Receiving a letter from a lawyer, getting court documents or having difficult conversations … Read More
Father’s Rights
Father’s rights The Family Law Act focuses on parental obligations and children’s rights. When parties are having discussions about parenting arrangements, they are invited to consider what type of arrangements (for example who the child will live with and spend time with) will be in the best interests of the child and takes into account the obligations and responsibilities of a … Read More
International Travel, Passports and Family Law
International Travel, Passports and Family Law If you do not have orders in place relating to international travel and/or you are concerned about a flight risk issue, that your child may travel internationally and not return, you should seek legal advice. If you have immediate concerns, you may need to make an application to court for your child to be … Read More
Child custody & Contact & Access
Child custody & Contact & Access You may have heard people say or ask you: Who has custody of the child? What are the custody arrangements? What access do you have to your child? What are the contact arrangements? Child custody and contact are terms often used to describe care arrangements for children. Although people often use ‘custody’, ‘contact’ and … Read More
Family Law and Conflict Resolution Workplace
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