Family Law
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Is COVID-19 a reasonable excuse for a Contravention of Parenting Orders?
The recent decision in the matter of Kardos & Harmon [2020] FamCA 328 directly addressed the approach to be taken…
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COVID19 – With NSW Government Orders restricting movement, what happens with my co-parenting arrangements?
With NSW Government Orders restricting movement, what happens with my co-parenting arrangements?
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COVID-19 – Surge in Urgent Family Law Cases
The Family Court of Australia and the Federal Circuit Court of Australia (the Courts) are establishing a court list dedicated…
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Debunking Family Law Myths
There are plenty of myths about family law. Some might be true, some might be exaggerations and some might be…
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Family Court Media Release – Statement from the Hon Will Alstergren – Parenting Orders and COVID-19
We are receiving many inquiries from parents and carers about compliance with parenting orders in light of the current unprecedented…
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What is the Parliamentary Joint Select Committee Inquiry into the Australian Family Law System?
At the behest of the Australian Federal Government, the Joint Select Committee on Australia’s Family Law System was appointed by…
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Urgent (and After Hours) Domestic Violence Orders in NSW
If you are fearful for your physical or psychological safety you may apply for urgent, interim, protection orders, even on…
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Urgent (and After Hours) Family Violence Orders in the ACT
The purpose of urgent and after hours family violence orders is to ensure the immediate safety of the Applicant. If…
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“Grandparents have rights too”
How the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) recognises grandparents and the importance of a meaningful relationship with grandchildren.
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Can I change my child’s surname after separation?
Family courts have the power to make parenting orders under the Family Law Act. An order to change a child’s…
