In April 2019, the Australian Law Reform Commission released its final report: “Family Law for the Future”.   Recommendation 12 is that the Family Law Act should be amended to include…

We are continuing on with our look at the tax implications of property division.  So far we have looked at capital gains tax and stamp duty. Today I am looking at income tax…

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has recently released its annual statistics for Marriages and Divorces, Australia, 2018. There were 119,188 marriages in Australia in 2018.  In the first 12 months…

There is considerable variation in the ways that families arrange their children’s care after separation.   Issues such as the children’s age, the parents’ abilities to communicate and resolve post separation…

As we all know at the moment nearly every aspect of life is being impacted by COVID 19.  But the Family Courts are still ‘open’ and operating.  However, the Courts…

Statistics from local domestic violence services have confirmed the frightening predictions of the impact of COVID-19 on those at risk of, and subjected to, family violence in our local community.…

The Family Court of Australia and Federal Circuit Court of Australia have sent a clear message to the community - we remain open for business… it just looks a little…

As most of us are acutely aware, the New South Wales government has introduced an order, namely the Public Health (COVID-19 Restrictions on Gathering and Movement) Order 2020 [NSW], under its…

Before someone can commence Family Court proceedings for Orders regarding parenting arrangements they must obtain a certificate from a registered Family Dispute Resolution Provider regarding mediation. This certificate is known as…

As the world adapts to its new normal - staying 1.5 metres apart; working from home; sharing a coffee over Zoom rather than in the café - the Family Law…

As mentioned in my last article, the Family Courts are open, but a number of special measures are in place for how Court matters are running.  One issue that needed…

To assist families deal with the unprecedented challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Interrelate is now offering FREE online family dispute resolution, domestic and family violence support (including male victim support), Children’s…

When parties reach an agreement to finalise their property settlement and divide their assets after the breakdown of their relationship, or if a Family Court has to make a decision…

The Family Courts have introduced a special list for matters where there is urgency as a direct result of the impact of Covid-19.         In order for a matter to…

The Chief Justice of the Family Court has issued a Media Release confirming that the family courts remain open to assist parties and provided parents with some general guidance to…

Unfortunately for some people following the breakdown of their relationship, their financial circumstances become so difficult that they are either forced into bankruptcy by their debtors, or elect to become…

A few months ago, I wrote about the steps the Family Court and Federal Circuit Court were taking to address the restrictions and physical distancing requirements imposed by State and…

Obtaining a Divorce may feel like an impossible task when you and your former spouse have not had an amicable break up.   In most cases however, we can assist you…