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Congratulations to Judge Steven Middleton and Judge Sandra Taglieri on their appointments to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA) — Family Court (Division 1), and to Ms Tracy Flintoff...

When a relationship breaks down, many people assume family law disputes must end up in Court. In reality, most matters resolve without a final Court hearing. Court can be important in urgent...

Overview Since 2022, Australia's family law system has undergone significant procedural and legislative reform. These changes aim to simplify parenting decisions, improve court efficiency, strengthen protections for families affected by violence, and...

While both divorce and annulment end a marriage, they do so in different ways. A divorce is the legal dissolution of a valid marriage, whereas an annulment is a court order declaring...

Parenting orders are a key aspect of Australian family law, providing legally binding arrangements for children after their parents separate. This article offers a concise overview of what parenting orders are, how...

Grandparents often play a central role in a child’s life, providing emotional support, stability, cultural connection, practical care and, in some cases, full-time parenting. When family relationships break down—whether through separation, estrangement,...

Divorce can often have a significant impact on business owners as their business and personal life are often connected. In Australia, property settlements regarding family law are regulated by the Family Law...

What’s expert evidence? Expert evidence is a testimony given provided by a qualified specialist to assist the court in understanding matters beyond the ordinary knowledge of a jury. It is opinion evidence...

In this family law matter, the Full Court dismissed a mother’s appeal against temporary (interlocutory) parenting orders. These orders changed the living arrangements for a four-year-old child, moving the child’s residence from...