What is the Difference Between a De facto Relationship and a Marriage?
Relationships in contemporary Australian society are marked by changes to our social dynamics, such as the ever increasing population and growth of our multicultural and inclusive society. Yet there are only two formal types of relationships in the eyes of […]
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What to Expect at Your First Date at Family Law Court
There is no doubt that going to court is a daunting experience, especially so when considering that your future financial and emotional wellbeing, and that of your children, could rest on the outcome. For many, by the time their family […]
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Happy New (Financial) Year
As the accountants are gearing up to tackle your shoebox of receipts and process your tax returns, we’re taking the time to stop and reflect on the financial year that was. We have a lot to be proud of as […]
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How to Get Comfortable with the Uncomfortable World of Change
Change is scary, right? Deciding to separate from your partner can be an overwhelming process, whether it is a joint decision, or something initiated by only one person in the relationship. There are many factors to be considered as you […]
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You Work in a Law Firm but You’re Not a Lawyer?
When people find out I work in a law firm with no intention of becoming a lawyer myself, I’m often met with reactions of bewilderment, confusion, and in some cases sympathy. If I had a dollar for every time I’ve […]
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You Want to Stop but You Don’t Need to Stop
I’ve recently chalked up three years since I moved with my young family from our home of over 15 years in Brisbane to the relative calm of Toowoomba. In the years I had been living in Brisbane there would not […]
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Am I in a De Facto Relationship?
In this day and age it’s often misconceived what being in a de facto relationship actually means. Put simply, in the eyes of the Australian law, a de facto relationship is a relationship between two adult persons that: live together […]
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Same-Sex Marriage in Australia – What are the Key Legislative Changes?
Recently, Australians participated in a “postal survey” to share our opinion on whether marriage laws should be amended to include same-sex marriage. On 15 November 2017 it was declared a “yes”, the majority of the Australian population was in favour […]
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Family Court removes legal hurdle for young transgender Australians
Amity Anderson, Legal Partner and Hillary McVeigh, Paralegal In a recent landmark decision of Re: Kelvin, the Full Court of the Family Court has ruled that young Australians seeking treatment for gender transition will no longer have to seek Court […]
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Best Wilson Buckley recognised as Leading Family Lawyers
The independent Doyle’s Guide has released its 2018 list of Leading Family & Divorce Lawyers, naming Best Wilson Buckley Family Law as a Top Tier firm in Toowoomba, Darling Downs and Western Queensland. This is the third consecutive year that […]
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‘Tis The Season
It’s getting towards the end of the year. For some, it’s been quite a long year. The impact of family law matters on both parties and their legal practitioners shouldn’t be ignored. This year has been one of the hardest […]
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It’s Just the Vibe of the Thing…
A great character once distilled a good passage of legal precedent into that most simple and understandable of phrases that still resonates with Australians all over today. While on the surface such a phrase appears to lack meaning there is […]
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300 Words
Like the TV show (but less words). Leading up to Christmas can, for many families, feel like being in the middle of a television drama. The emotions are high, the drama is high, and the Christmas cheer is lost for […]
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Take Pause this Christmas
The Christmas period can be very challenging for separated families. In addition to all the usual Christmas hype, you need to navigate your way through parenting arrangements, holidays, and meeting the expectations of your children, your former partner, and extended […]
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Name Game – How do I change my Surname After Marriage?
In the lead up to marriage, there is often a lot to think about. How many guests will attend the wedding? What colour will the invites be? Have I confirmed the venue booking? And most importantly, what flavour(s) will the five tier wedding cake be (chocolate is always a winner!)?
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A Festivus for the Rest of Us
In the coming weeks, my colleagues will share with you their various experiences in the lead up to the Christmas period. While it seems somewhat strange to be writing in October about the upcoming Christmas holiday period, in many respects […]
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How to Help Me Help You
Useful Tips for Family Law Clients Katherine Marshall, Senior Solicitor We’re well aware that meeting a family lawyer isn’t on anyone’s bucket list and we’re okay with that. As family lawyers, we are constantly looking for ways to help our […]
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Do We Still Need Family Lawyers?
Amity Anderson, Legal Partner and Hillary McVeigh First it was online divorce kits, and now the Government has rolled out E-divorce software. This has many family lawyers questioning their worth and asking…do we even need family lawyers anymore? With the […]
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Listen to Hit 105 Brisbane each Saturday with Amity Anderson – BWB Family Law on “Those Two Girls”
Amity Anderson is a Legal Partner at Best Wilson Buckley Family Law’s Ipswich office. Amity has practised exclusively in family law since her admission in 2008 with extensive experience in a top-tier firm in Brisbane. Having been born and bred […]
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Family Lawyers are Real People Too!
I recall vividly when a few years ago I received a phone call asking if I would be interested in applying for a role at Best Wilson Buckley Family Law. It was one of those moments where you contemplate whether […]
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