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Family Law Act Amendments Update – Parenting arrangements and property settlements
Introduction In the past, family lawyers often joked about the constancy of legislative reform, but it has been quiet recently. This is fairly unusual as family law is so tied up with societal changes – either leading them or following them. We have had nothing substantial since the commencement of the Federal Circuit and...
Proposed New Factors For Settlements – Key Insights Into Property Law Reform in 2024
Australia's family law landscape is in the midst of transformation, with the Family Law Amendment Act (No 2) 2023 (FLAA) standing as the focal point of these changes. These modifications will have repercussions for legal practitioners. Please note: This overview is derived from a detailed industry piece by Jacky Campbell,...
How Recent Changes to the Family Law Act Are Unfolding in 2024 – A Guide For Families
Australia's family law landscape has witnessed significant transformations impacting separated parents, especially with the recent Family Law Amendment Act 2023 (Cth) (FLAA) which will operate from 6 May 2024. This is a guide for parents who want to better understand how recent changes may affect their personal situation and...
How will Family Law relocation cases be decided in 2024?
A “relocation case” arises when a parent wants to move to a place far away enough from their current location that it will impact the time that the other parent spends with the children, resulting in a disagreement on the children’s future living situation and arrangements to spend time with each parent. Disputes about whether...
Financial Agreements – Back to Basics
This Webinar looks at the basics of drafting and advising on a financial agreement and minimising the risk of a financial agreement under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (FLA) being found not to be binding or being set aside. It covers: Ensuring compliance with the relevant sections of the FLA Subject matter When is an agreement...
Evolving ‘Best Interests’ Factors For Post-Separation Parenting – What You Need To Know About Family Law Reforms in 2023
Australia's family law landscape is undergoing significant changes that may impact separated parents. The Family Law Amendment Act 2023 (FLAA) is at the centre of these reforms, aiming to streamline and clarify certain aspects of family law. These changes will impact parents, children, and legal professionals alike. Please...
Family Law Property Settlements – Fraud, Tax Evasion, Bankruptcy and Family Violence
Bad behaviour by separating couples is all too common. Fraud, tax evasion, bankruptcy, failing to disclose financial circumstances and other bad behaviour can result in negative outcomes for the recalcitrant party in property settlement proceedings. The topics I will cover are: Overview of property settlement process Bad...
Is “fault” back? – Proposed property reforms to the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth)
The Federal Government has proposed changes to those parts of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (FLA) which direct how property settlements between separated couples are determined. Primarily the proposed amendments aim to clarify the process followed by the courts to determine the parties’ property entitlements and codify...
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