Dividing property following separation can be a challenging and emotional process. More specifically, the distribution of superannuation between a divorced […]...
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‘Revenge Porn’ and Image-Based Abuse: Protections, barriers, and avenues for victims
The advent of technology and social media has brought about immense advancements in communication and accessibility to information. However, as […]...
Read moreDo polyamorous relationships mean more work when people separate?
When a marriage or de-facto relationship ends, there is an understanding that usually some sort of division of property will […]...
Read moreChild Protection Overhaul in the Northern Territory: New Case Management Solutions
On 17 November 2017 the final report of the Royal Commission into the Protection and Detention of Children in the […]...
Read moreAlarming New Research on Children who have Witnessed Family Violence
The Victorian Crime Statistics Agency (CSA) has released data collected by Victoria Police about children who have witnessed or been […]...
Read moreAmalgamation of the Federal Circuit Court of Australia and the Family Court of Australia
On 17 February 2021, the Federal Parliament passed the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia Act 2020 and the […]...
Read moreChanges to Victorian Government’s Department of Health and Human Services
For those who have been involved in Family Law and in particular, matters which involve children, the Department of Health […]...
Read moreQueensland Supreme Court decides father’s consent not needed for transgender child
The recent decision of the Supreme Court of Queensland in Re a Declaration Regarding Medical Treatment for “A” [2020] QSC […]...
Read moreGay Conversion Therapy Banned
On 4 February 2021, LGBTIQA+ change and suppression practices (commonly known as ‘gay conversion therapy’) were banned in Victoria. Following […]...
Read moreCOVID-19 Frustration, Force Majeure and Property Settlements
Senior Partner, Keturah Sageman looks at how the COVID-19 pandemic may affect some contractual relationships and impact the fairness of […]...
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