Vaccinations
Ruby Heath talks about vaccination disputes between parents, as well as the best interests of a child and the power the court has in these situations.View Video
Duty of Disclosure
Charlie Robinson discusses Duty of Disclosure in relation to Parenting & Financial matters and what can happen if someone doesn’t provide full disclosure.View Video
Divorce
Find out what is needed to apply for a divorce with Accredited Family Law Specialist, Richard Tonkin.View Video
How to Apply for Divorce in Australia
We discuss eligibility for a Divorce in Australia, and then if you are eligible, the steps involved in gaining a Divorce.
Free resources to help you navigate separation
Tonkin Legal Group has put together 3 free on-demand webinars to help you understand the legal, financial & practical implications of separation & divorce.
Disagree on arrangements for children over Christmas break?
Options on what to do if you can't agree on arrangements for the children over the Christmas holidays.
What is a Joint Application for Divorce?
A Joint Application for Divorce is where both parties together apply to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia that their marriage be ended.
What are my rights when separating from my husband?
The Family Law Act assists woman in obtaining resolution with property settlement matters, divorce, family violence, spousal maintenance and child support.
What is a separation agreement and when do I need one?
A separation agreement is an informal agreement written between a separating couple. We explain how you can document your agreement in a legally binding way
Spousal Maintenance
If a relationship breaks down, a court may order one partner to pay the other Spousal Maintenance, an amount to reduce the financial pressures of separation
Is my partner is hiding assets from our property settlement?
When a relationship breaks down, a loss of trust can lead to the parties not trusting each other when negotiating a property settlement.
10 signs that you are in an abusive relationship
We explore 10 examples of abusive behaviour and the signs to look for in identifying whether these relate to you or somebody that you may care about.
What to do if your child refuses to see you after separation
In this post we give several options to consider if the other parent says your child is refusing to see you after separation.
What happens to my inheritance if my partner and I separate?
If you are going through a separation with your partner, it is important to know how an inheritance could impact the division of your assets.
The Importance of having a Legal Property Settlement
Using a case study we show the two ways of achieving a legally binding Family Law property settlement and explain why it is so important to have one.
Can I change my child's surname after relationship breakdown
This post discusses when a relationship breaks down, are you able to change the surname of a child from that relationship?
3 interesting property cases decided by the Family Courts
In this post we examine three recent property cases that have been decided by the Family Courts.
Can I get my marriage annulled (instead of divorced)?
What is the difference between a divorce and an annulment?
Are you happy with your negotiated property settlement?
This post explains what you can do if you are not happy with the property settlement that has been negotiated.
Has your spouse refused to negotiate property settlement?
In this post we address the options available to you when your spouse refuses to negotiate property settlement.
5 ways to make separating from your partner easier
If you are contemplating separation, there are various things you should consider in order to make this process less stressful and confronting.
Family Law Paralegal – Full Time Job Opportunity
A great full-time opportunity for an experienced paralegal to work with our friendly Family Law team from our Greensborough office. Apply now!
What to do when you disagree who gets an asset on separation
When separating from your partner, you will have to negotiate the division of your assets. If you can’t agree, then you may require intervention.
Family Lawyer - Full-time Job Opportunity
A great full-time opportunity for an experienced family lawyer to join our friendly team, working flexibly from our Greensborough office. Apply now!
What happens with a Self-Managed Super Fund on Separation?
If you have a Self-Managed Super Fund and are embarking on a family law property settlement there is an added level of complication which must be considered
How to assess/calculate future needs when dividing assets
This post explains what kinds of "future needs" the courts look at when assessing how to divide assets upon separation.
Are assets divided 50/50 when a relationship breaks down?
This post addresses the question "are assets divided 50/50 when a relationship breaks down" and gives examples of situations that may affect this outcome.
When should a child's time with a parent be suspended?
We discuss situations where it may be reasonable to suspend a child's time with a parent and give options to solve these problems before they become issues.
What if my ex doesn't comply with agreed child arrangements?
We explain the options available when an ex-partner does not comply with agreed arrangements for the children.
What happens if you want to relocate with the children
We give advice on what you need to consider if you or your ex are planning to relocate residence with the children.
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