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Here you will find valuable information and expert insights on a wide array of family law topics.

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Ash Pan 9/15/25 Ash Pan 9/15/25

Financial Abuse

Financial abuse is a form of family violence where one partner controls money to limit the independence and autonomy of the other, before or after separation. It is now recognised under the Family Law Act and its perpetration can impact court outcomes.

Ash Pan 9/12/25 Ash Pan 9/12/25

Disclosure in Family Law: Understanding the Duty and the 2025 Reforms

The duty of disclosure requires parties in family law cases to provide full, frank, and timely disclosure of all relevant information in parenting and property matters. While this obligation was previously set out in the Rules, the Family Law Amendment Act 2024 has now incorporated it directly into the Family Law Act 1975.

Ash Pan 9/10/25 Ash Pan 9/10/25

Should We Mediate Our Family Dispute?

Mediation is a faster, cheaper, and often less stressful way to resolve family disputes - giving you more control without going to Court. What is mediation, when can it be useful and what are the legal requirements with respect to dispute resolution and mediating family law disputes?

Ash Pan 8/19/25 Ash Pan 8/19/25

Parental Alienation: Family Violence?

Coercion by a parent of a child manipulates their perception of and relationship with the other parent. This is harmful to a child's health, development, and future relationships, and accordingly can amount to family violence.

Ash Pan 7/30/25 Ash Pan 7/30/25

Fast-Tracking Family Law Matters

The Family Law Act seeks swift, low-cost resolutions to family law matters. How and when is the Court empowered to fast-track urgent matters before a full hearing?

Ash Pan 7/21/25 Ash Pan 7/21/25

Parenting Orders and Section 60I Certificates

Applying for parenting orders under the Family Law Act 1975? Parties must first attend mediation and get a section 60I certificate. What is a section 60I certificate, when is one needed, and how have the requirements changed recently?

Ash Pan 7/15/25 Ash Pan 7/15/25

Adult Child Maintenance

Do you have a child over 18 who needs support to meet the costs of their education or disability supports? Under the Family Law Act You may be able to claim adult child maintenance through the Court.

Ash Pan 7/9/25 Ash Pan 7/9/25

Expert Opinions and Reports in Financial Matters

In family law, if an asset’s value is not agreed then expert valuation is key because accurate figures shape negotiations and guide the Court when it makes determinations.