The desirability of legal representation for both parties and achieving fairness in access to representation underpin the concept of dollar-for-dollar cost orders.
By Allysha-Jane Merrett - 6 min read
How to handle the dilemma of unrepresented parties in electronic property settlements.
By Glenn Thompson and Jacqueline Dawson - 2 min read
An exploration of some of the less inflammatory ways in which we can consider dealing with difficult practitioners.
By Jacqueline Dawson - 3 min read
Family Court settles dispute over hormone therapy for teenager with gender dysphoria.
By Dr Felicity Bell - 6 min read
Consideration of the legality and admissibility of covert recordings in family law proceedings.
By Phillip Ridgway - 6 min read
Legal Aid’s helpful guide provides guidance on issues impacting representation of Aboriginal clients.
By Scott Hawkins and Emma Langton - 4 min read
Recent NSWCA decision expands the definition of ‘Aboriginal child’.
By Nicholas Martin - 5 min read
The new National Arbitration list in a nutshell & some helpful tips for discussing dispute resolution options.
By Matthew Shepherd and Judge Joe Harman - 6 min read
In the recent case of Walpole the Full Court of the Family Court allowed an appeal against orders requiring two children to return to NZ.
By Rosa Saladino and Suzanne Christie - 5 min read
With COVID-19 adding an extra complication to the lives of many families, how are families to approach their family law issues during this time ?
By Alexandra McCosker - 6 min read
The Children’s Guardian Act 2019, which commences 1 March, brings all the functions of the Children’s Guardian together under one Act.
By Sharminie Niles - 6 min read
Can a sperm donor be a legal parent ? Our expert, DR FELICITY BELL, takes a closer look at the High Court’s landmark decision.
By Dr Felicity Bell - 8 min read
Concerned about the future of family law but haven’t got around to reading the ALRC’s 580+ page report? DR FELICITY BELL provides an overview of…
By Dr Felicity Bell - 8 min read