Articles
Our ‘Articles’ section can assist you with information on various topics associated with family law in Australia. Please don’t overlook, though, that all cases are different and you should seek professional advice personalised to your particular situation. Book a call or get in touch with one of our experienced family lawyers for advice that is right for you.
The cost of holding out on the truth
Family law is quite different to other civil law jurisdictions. In other civil law jurisdictions, if you win your court case, then ordinarily the other party is ordered to pay the bulk of your legal costs. This is known as ‘costs following the event’. However, in the...
Introducing your new partner to your kids – the when, where and hows
Introducing your new partner to your children is an important decision which can potentially have an impact on the dynamics for everyone involved, including your children, your new partner and your ex partner. The following are some tips that can help you through this...
International child abduction
Have you recently moved to Australia with your child after living overseas with your child and the other child’s parent? Is the other parent asking for the child to be returned to them? Is the other parent’s country a Hague convention country? (see here for an updated...