The meaning of ‘unacceptable risk’ in care and protection proceedings
Recent decisions illuminate the issues of predictive judgment, evidentiary uncertainty and child safety in care cases.
By Cassandra Bennett and Matthew Levy - 1 min read
Family law: February 2026
From void financial agreements to anti‑suit disputes and unusual separation facts, recent judgments illustrate the breadth of issues shaping family law.
By Craig Nicol and Keleigh Robinson - 1 min read
Care and protection in NSW: celebrating 50 years of child representation
Child representation has evolved from a duty roster to specialised practice. What does it take to work as an ICL today?
By Kerri Phillips and Katie Kelso - 8 min read
Family law: December 2025
Decisions on deviating from filed pleadings, AI misuse by a litigant in person, and whether completion of programs justifies reconsidering parenting orders.
By Craig Nicol and Keleigh Robinson - 1 min read
Practising with care: anticipating legal tangles in the new aged care system
The new system overhauls terminology, roles and compliance. What practical challenges can be anticipated as the changes take effect?
By Sue Field - 2 min read
Family law: November 2025
Decisions on key principles governing trust property, procedural fairness, parenting orders and s 75(2) adjustments.
By Craig Nicol and Keleigh Robinson - 1 min read
Family law: October 2025
The courts discuss procedural fairness, gifts and third parties in the context of property contributions, and anti-suit injunctions.
By Craig Nicol and Keleigh Robinson - 1 min read
From reform to reality: navigating the transition to the new Aged Care Act 2024
Come November, Australia’s aged care law will enter a new era. Get across the reforms, risks and readiness strategies so you are prepared when it…
By Penelope Eden and Jonna-Susan Mathiessen - 2 min read
Family law: September 2025
The courts grapple with the relevance of past violence, consequences of non-disclosure and consideration of family violence in contributions assessment.
By Craig Nicol and Keleigh Robinson - 1 min read
Navigating new rules and duties under the Family Law Amendment Act 2024
The Family Law Amendment Act 2024 reshapes solicitor obligations: are your workflows, advice templates, intake forms and disclosure protocols ready?
By Daniela Faggionato and Catherine Hing - 2 min read
Family law: August 2025
The family courts discuss the parentage of a child born by in vitro fertilisation, binding financial agreements without independent legal advice, and more.
By Craig Nicol and Keleigh Robinson - 1 min read