Where are they Now? How do I find a Former Spouse to Serve a Divorce Application?
“Am I ever gonna’ see your face again?” – The Angels A response of no to this question has times where it can be a blessing and times where it could be a curse, especially in our line of work! […]
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What is the process of Divorce in Australia?
Separation and the breakdown of a marriage can be an extremely emotional and difficult time for you, your spouse, any children, and extended family and friends. A formal divorce is probably the last thing on your mind at that point […]
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How do I a Apply for a Divorce?
When applying for a divorce you are simply applying for your marriage to legally end. The divorce application process itself does not deal with making arrangements for the care of children or financial issues to be separated. This should be […]
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This Doesn’t Concern You: Privacy in Family Court Proceedings
Depending on your circumstances, going through a separation or divorce can be a very confronting and isolating time. Naturally, in those dark and difficult times, we turn to our good friends, family and other supports to help get us through […]
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My True Love Gave to Me… a Diamond Ring
When we look at the old colloquialism that the engagement ring should be worth about three months salary, you can’t help but wonder what happens to the ring if the wedding doesn’t go ahead. Firstly, if the couple are found […]
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How do I Apply for a Divorce?
Alecia Connor When applying for a divorce you are simply applying for your marriage to legally end. The divorce application process itself does not deal with making arrangements for the care of children or financial issues to be separated. This […]
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Holiday Divorce
A colleague of mine refers to being a lawyer as being similar to suffering from a “genetic defect”. I tend to agree. Many of us have been, at least in part, inspired to a life in the law by friends […]
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The Tale of Brangelina and their ‘Iron-Clad’ Pre-Nup
The world has turned on its axle, Brad and Angie have broken up. Amongst the daily plethora of stories about Brangelina has come the following in the Huffington Post – `Iron clad’ pre nup in place, leaving only the kids […]
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Is your ex remarrying?
Navigating through life after separating from your partner can be difficult enough without the added stress of your partner remarrying. Many struggle with the thought of their ex re-partnering. Some worry about the implications of the new partner on the […]
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Separating from your ex does not mean you have to separate from their last name
Changing your name after divorcing your partner is a very personal issue and you have to make the right decision for you. However, just because you have separated from your spouse does not mean you have to change your last […]
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Cultural Diversity & Family Law
On 25 February 2016, we posted the first in a series of blogs aimed to highlight the challenges and opportunities offered to Australian family lawyers by the ever increasing cultural diversity within Australian communities. While there can be no doubt […]
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Cultural Awareness
I just returned home from a trip to the US, visiting my brother in Seattle and extended family in New York. Upon seeing New York City for the time, one thing I wasn’t expecting was the sheer diversity of cultures […]
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The Semantics of Separation
The association between `separation’, divorce’ and `property settlement’ is a close one, but often misunderstood. Separation is the act of communicating an intention to suspend or end a relationship. A couple needn’t agree to separate but there is a need […]
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The “Divorce Selfie”
As family law practitioners, we place a heavy onus on our clients maintaining a high level of respect towards their former partners. A respectful and cooperative relationship between ex-partners is encouraged but not always capable of being achieved. One couple […]
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The Four Simple Ingredients in Family Law
I am regularly asked in both the professional setting and often also on a social basis, what are the tips, or what I refer to as ‘simple ingredients’, to moving through the legal process in a relationship breakdown that maintains […]
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Pondering a Crossroad – Blurred Lines
Have you ever sat at the end of the street, a crossroad and wondered, “what if I went left today?” “Where would it take me?” “Would it be ok?” Imagine if that was your relationship and each day for the […]
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A Closer Look at Nullity and Divorce
What is the difference between a decree of Nullity and a Divorce? A decree of Nullity is an order made by the Family Court of Australia, which in effect states that even though a marriage ceremony has taken place, it […]
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Divorce and Taxes
As the saying almost goes, there are two things in life that will always be complicated – divorce and taxes. Unfortunately this situation has become more complicated since 30 July 2014 when the ATO altered its long running position about […]
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Keeping it Positive
It can be hard being a parent. Over the 14 years I have worked in family law, I have seen the effect that separation has on parents and their parenting styles. Unfortunately it can be easy for parents to get […]
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A Little Information is Dangerous
As part of our core values, BWB has developed a list of behaviours we expect our staff to observe. One of those is to prioritise the emotional wellbeing of each of our clients. However, we acknowledge that we are not […]
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