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All you need to know about Child Support
Payments for child support are based on a formula which takes into account each parent’s income, the number of children and the child’s living arrangements. The child support section of...
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22NovRead MoreWhat is an Interim Hearing in a Family Law case?
An interim hearing is a mini hearing before the final hearing in a case. A party asks the court for interim orders where there is some urgency to resolve...
22NovRead MoreHow much will I receive in a Property Settlement?
There is no mathematical formula to determine the percentage a party will receive in a property settelement, nor is there a presumption that property will be
22NovRead MoreHow do I go about obtaining a Divorce?
In Australia, the principle of no fault divorce applies which means that the court will not consider why the marriage has ended. Applications for divorce relate only to the...
22NovRead MoreAll you need to know about Apprehended Violence Orders
According to the NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics & Research, more than 37,000 final Apprehended Violence Orders were granted by NSW courts in 2019 [...]
22NovRead MoreCan I Relocate with my Child?
After separation, a parent may wish to relocate to another region, state or country. Where there are court orders in place concerning children, that parent will need to apply...
22NovRead MoreFrequently asked questions in Family Law
I have just separated from my partner. What options and rights do I have?What will it cost to fight a family law case?Do I need I lawyer? When should...
27OctRead MoreWhat is an Independent Children’s Lawyer?
An Independent Children’s Lawyer – commonly referred to as an “ICL” – is a lawyer who is appointed by a family court to independently represent the best interests of...
