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It’s a very common myth, especially among young students, that having the title of a ‘Lawyer’ means attending court every day, speaking in front of an intimidating judge and appearing strict and...

The advancing rates of Artificial Intelligence development are enhancing its significant impact on legal fields and dispute resolutions. Its application holds varieties of benefits and challenges. As more users assert their reliance...

Over the course of a singular week, my time at Freedman & Gopalan has improved many transferrable skills such as confidence, organisational skills and ensuring the accuracy of one’s work. The friendly...

Adoption is the legal process by which the parental rights and responsibilities of a child are transferred from the biological parents to the adoptive parent/s. In NSW this process is governed by...

Power of Attorney’s, (POA)s, are a vital tool for ensuring the best care for when you are older and may lose mental capacity and may require someone to take care of you...

Estate planning is often seen as a straightforward task: write a will, appoint an executor, and decide who receives your assets. In reality, family law can heavily influence whether your plan works...

Sutcliffe v Harper [2025] NSWSC 54 confirms that caregiving contributions are relevant, but not determinative, in a family provision claim under the Succession Act 2006 NSW. Care, including domestic assistance, companionship, supervision...

Spousal maintenance is an important aspect of Australian family law, providing financial support to a former spouse or de facto partner after separation or divorce. This article explains what spousal maintenance is,...

Elder law in Australia addresses the legal and practical issues affecting older adults, including health, estate planning, powers of attorney, and guardianship. Older people can become embroiled in family law disputes though...