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September 29, 2024
Who pays the legal costs? Many people involved in the family court process do not understand who is […]
September 26, 2024
Can Co-Parenting work for me? Co-parenting can often feel overwhelming and emotionally taxing, especially after a divorce or […]
September 6, 2024
If you are in a de facto relationship with another person and your relationship ends, you may want […]
August 26, 2024
Parenting Capacity – Father’s poor driving record considered a risk to child In the case of Chiles & […]
August 26, 2024
Can your embryos be dealt with as ‘property’ by the Family Court when you separate? The decision of […]
July 2, 2024
Canberrans looking to build a family now have more options thanks to groundbreaking new surrogacy law reform passed […]
May 25, 2024
Coercive Control: A New Chapter in Australian Legislation NSW, Australia is taking a significant step forward in the […]
May 21, 2024
What’s Changing? The changes that came into effect on 6 May 2024 mainly revolve around parenting matters and […]
April 26, 2024
A leader in her field of International Family Law, Sarah Bevan is not only a member of the […]
February 22, 2024
Separation is a difficult and challenging time and often couples do not have the means to move into […]
January 3, 2024
Binding Financial Agreements | Prenuptial Agreements | Postnuptial Agreements | Asset Protection | Marriage | De Facto | […]
November 28, 2023
The Hague Convention and Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers In an ever-globalising world, families often encounter complex legal challenges […]
November 14, 2023
Binding Financial Agreements & Final Consent Orders in Family Law Both a Final Consent Order and a Binding […]
November 7, 2023
How our Fertility Lawyers at Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers Can Help with Your Surrogacy, Egg Donor or Sperm […]
August 27, 2023
In the video below “How the Court process works for parenting cases” you will get an overview of […]
August 5, 2023
The one and only ground for divorce in Australia is that of irretrievable breakdown of the marriage. When […]
July 19, 2023
Published in The Sydney Morning Herald, March 26th, 2023 Author: Tim Barlass Skip to Sarah Bevans’s interview. A […]
July 9, 2023
Domestic violence can have a significant impact on divorce proceedings, as it can influence decisions related to child […]
June 17, 2023
Binding Financial Agreements | Prenuptial Agreements | Postnuptial Agreements | Asset Protection | Marriage | De Facto | […]
June 12, 2023
We are looking forward to speaking at the upcoming June National Conference in Melbourne. Growing Families have put […]
April 9, 2023
No fault divorce in Australia refers to a process of ending a marriage where neither spouse is required […]
March 9, 2023
What Are The Legal Requirements for Egg Donor Donation in Australia In Australia, there are several legal requirements […]
January 25, 2023
The idea of going to court sends shudders down most people’s spines. We’ve all heard of some […]
January 19, 2023
What is meant by property in a family law case? In a family law case, “property” refers to […]
January 7, 2023
Splitting assets in a separation can be a complex process, especially when there is a family business involved. […]
November 3, 2022
Another testimonial for a parenting matter, with 2 young girls. It was a relationship that had hallmarks of […]
November 1, 2022
Congratulations to our newest Accredited Specialist in Family Law – Aboorva Sundar. An Accredited Specialist is a lawyer […]
October 1, 2022
Parental responsibility is defined under Section 61 B of the Family Law Act. That is defined as duties, […]
October 1, 2022
We’ve received an inquiry from Sam asking whether they can get a divorce in Australia if they live […]
October 1, 2022
Are you just about to engage with a Family Lawyer, and wondering how the fees are calululated? We […]
September 30, 2022
We’re received an inquiry from Emily asking, “What is the process if I live overseas and have property […]
September 30, 2022
Family law cases can be complex, confusing and overwhelming for many of our clients. As your first point […]
September 16, 2022
Sarah Bevan speaks with Surrogacy Australia about Legal matters Anna McKie interviews our Surrogacy Expert, Sarah Bevan about […]
August 15, 2022
Time after time new clients will start their contact with us with a cry of help needing to […]
July 27, 2022
I’ve just been served Court Papers for my Divorce, what now? In some circumstances where your spouse seems […]
June 24, 2022
Yet another shining review for Associate, Sebastian Flaherty-Tesoriero. In a case where a mother had not had any […]
June 8, 2022
We are a specialist Sydney based family law firm, with offices in Parramatta and Surry Hills. We specialise […]
May 25, 2022
National Surrogacy & Egg Donation Conference on 18th-19th June 2022 in Sydney Register Now The National Surrogacy and […]
May 25, 2022
What are your options when your Consent Orders are no longer relevant? When the kids are not enjoying […]
May 16, 2022
We are pleased to announce the promotion of Sebastian Flaherty-Tesoriero as an Associate in our family law team. […]
February 5, 2022
Whether or not to vaccinate a child or children of the marriage/de facto relationship has been a topical […]
February 5, 2022
What is a power of attorney? By conferring a power of attorney on an individual, you are allowing […]
February 5, 2022
What is mediation? People refer to ‘mediation’ in many different ways. It can be as informal as having […]
January 27, 2022
What is an Adoption Order – Adoption Lawyers Sydney An adoption order is an official Court order made […]
January 13, 2022
Property settlement Amicable separation – we agree on most things, what’s involved in drawing up and mediating a […]
January 8, 2022
The Application for Divorce requires information in relation to existing parenting arrangements for the children. This is because […]
January 7, 2022
Full and frank disclosure in family law Full and frank disclosure is a cornerstone of family law, but […]
January 7, 2022
AIFLAM is the National Body for Family Law Arbitrators and Mediators. An Accredited Arbitrator, Sarah Bevan has been […]
January 6, 2022
Child support is money one parent pays to the other (usually the main carer of the children), for […]
January 5, 2022
An analysis of recent case law Family lawyers today are practicing in a world of rapid technological advancement […]
January 4, 2022
What happens if I do not attend my Family Law parenting proceedings? It can be both confusing and […]
January 4, 2022
Separation and Divorce Due To Mental Health – Expert assistance in difficult times Separation and Divorce Due To […]
January 3, 2022
When can my child decide who they want to live with? There is a common misconception that when […]
January 3, 2022
The importance of attending Family Law Court When you ask people who have gone through family law proceedings, […]
January 2, 2022
How does the Court deal with allegations of family violence in property matters? Family violence is a prevalent […]
January 2, 2022
Adoption Lawyer Sydney Adoption Lawyers Sydney – Adoption in Australia Adoption Lawyers Sydney – Are you considering adoption? […]
December 24, 2021
A decree of nullity is a finding that a marriage was void, even though a marriage ceremony may […]
December 19, 2021
Relocation – A Case Study What are my rights if my ex-partner moves interstate? Jan and Nicholas had […]
December 15, 2021
Marriage, Divorce and BP (Manic Depressive) It is estimated that 1 in 3 marriages will end in divorce, […]
November 28, 2021
Every year, leading Surrogacy & International Family Law Specialist, Sarah Bevan is invited to present at the International […]
November 21, 2021
Clients are rightly concerned about the likely outcome of their case, and as a result, we receive numerous […]
November 18, 2021
Court Appointed Experts In Family Law Proceedings – ALRC recommendations Family Reports in Federal Circuit and Family […]
October 22, 2021
So you’ve engaged with a Family Law Firm, who will be dealing with your family law matter? You […]
October 15, 2021
Australian Family Lawyers – Experts in Family Law Our Family Lawyers “will protect your best interests” across all […]
September 27, 2021
When people separate and need to work out what is going to happen with their children, the property, […]
September 22, 2021
Paralegals will play a major role in your case. It is important to know what they can and […]
September 6, 2021
When you are the carer of adult disabled children in divorce or separation Many families face additional challenges […]
August 30, 2021
**A sneaky post from the staff Sydney’s lockdown has coincided with our planned staff training day, which means […]
August 15, 2021
Obtaining family law injunction orders against perpetrators of violence in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia […]
July 29, 2021
Lockdown for separated families – what does it mean for you? With lockdown upon us in Sydney, NSW, […]
July 13, 2021
How many contracts need to be drafted in a Surrogacy arrangement? For a domestic surrogacy arrangement, there will […]
July 13, 2021
Family Law News – Zero Tolerance Today the Chief Judge of the Federal Circuit Court issued a press […]
July 6, 2021
As our society progresses, our legal system has to also progress. A fundamental part of society is the […]
June 29, 2021
Spotlight on Aboorva Sundar Newly promoted Senior Associate, Aboorva Sundar continues to kick goals in the Family Law […]
June 7, 2021
Egg Donor and Surrogacy Conference on 19th-20th June 2021 in Brisbane Register Now The Australian Surrogacy & Egg […]
May 13, 2021
Congratulations to one of our own! Aboorva Sundar has been shortlisted as a Finalist in the Family Law […]
May 4, 2021
With the introduction of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act), the only grounds for divorce in […]
April 9, 2021
Domestic Violence in Today’s Society As we celebrate this year’s International Women’s Month, it is only proper that […]
March 29, 2021
The Basic of Surrogacy in Melbourne, Victoria. Surrogacy can fall into the categories of altruistic or commercial. Altruistic […]
March 22, 2021
This is a gift that Senior Associate, Aboorva Sundar, received from a client. The grateful client also wrote […]
March 1, 2021
Informal Agreements after separation Edward and Georgia had been married for 12 years and had 2 children, Fiona […]
March 1, 2021
Well? No difference!! One is the technical name and the other is the commonly used name. Here in […]
February 18, 2021
One of our Family Lawyers explains the nature of applying for 50/50 custody of your children:- […]
February 15, 2021
What is sole parental responsibility? Parental responsibility is the term used in Australia for the “duties, powers, responsibilities […]
February 4, 2021
Post Nuptial Agreements Most people are familiar with the term “pre-nuptial agreements” or “pre-nups”. But what a lot […]
January 21, 2021
This week, one of our Family Lawyers, explains. Short answer is …No, not completely. And the reason for […]
January 5, 2021
Hi to all, we welcome you all to a new year! Last year was tough for everyone and […]
November 18, 2020
** New Dates to 2021 National Surrogacy & Donor Conference at the Brisbane Hilton Donor and Surrogacy Conference […]
November 9, 2020
Section 90B Agreements Personalised Financial Agreements for Couples Contemplating Marriage Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers comprises a team of […]
October 12, 2020
Article first published in LawyersWeekly, on 08 October 2020 by Stefanie Costi. Work as an independent children’s […]
October 1, 2020
In order for a step-parent to adopt a child, an application needs to be made to the Supreme […]
September 29, 2020
Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders (ADVO) and parenting orders Navigating the jurisdictional divide The Australian Family Law system has […]
August 25, 2020
Family Law Court Supervised Time The Family Law Act 1975 places a significant emphasis on the need to […]
August 24, 2020
Family law disputes can involve a number of different issues. These include disputes about parenting arrangements, property settlement, […]
June 16, 2020
What do you do when your son and daughter want to stay with a different parent? Adrian and […]
June 10, 2020
Parental Alienation: An Introduction Parental Alienation is a controversial concept that refers to situations in which one parent […]
May 27, 2020
Separation and divorce are commonplace in the community. We have either been through it ourselves, are going through […]
May 19, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has raised family law issues we have never previously considered, and we have had to […]
April 20, 2020
In our last article, Aboorva Sundar took us through the impact the COVID-19 is having on parenting orders. […]
April 20, 2020
In an effort to support the methodology of Alternative Dispute Resolution for Family Law issues regarding property matters, […]
April 7, 2020
COVID-19 and what it means for your parenting orders/arrangements The global pandemic has had a significant impact on […]
April 3, 2020
Separated parents experience both the joys and stressors of parenting. But additional pressures and stresses such as those […]
April 2, 2020
A little snapshot of our working life right now! We might all be separated physically, but still very […]
March 27, 2020
Do I have to comply with orders? We keep hearing the term “we are all in this together”, […]
March 27, 2020
I need extra help with the children right now How will it affect my situation longer term if […]
March 19, 2020
Family Law and the Coronavirus Crisis What Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers are doing in the current crisis We […]
March 5, 2020
A common misconception in family law matters is that the legislation covers only married couples, de facto spouses […]
March 2, 2020
What are consent orders? If both parties have reached agreement about parenting and/or financial/property arrangements and want to […]
January 31, 2020
RITA BRATOVICH — JANUARY 17, 2020 Melbourne gay dad, Rodney Cruise, is something of an expert on setting expectations in […]
January 31, 2020
Divorce & Separation Advice – Practical Tips Relating to your former partner Some people believe when they separate, […]
December 17, 2019
Today marks exactly 20 years since I was admitted as a lawyer in NSW. After trying out various […]
November 18, 2019
My former partner now lives in New Zealand, can I enforce our Australian Parenting Orders? With the significant […]
November 1, 2019
October 22, 2019
What can I do to help my family lawyer with my case? The separation and divorce process is […]
September 18, 2019
I am not married to my partner, can I still apply for property orders? With the legalisation of […]
September 18, 2019
Settlement Advice – Divorce Lawyers Sydney Our family home and business is in my husband’s sole name. Does […]
September 2, 2019
Welcome to our newest lawyer, Geraldine Friend-Ngui. Her admission was moved by our Senior Associate, Alfonso Layson on […]
August 30, 2019
Passports in parenting disputes When planning to travel internationally with children after separation, there are more important things […]
August 13, 2019
Divorce Lawyers Sydney Our divorce lawyers at Sydney Family Lawyers have helped thousands of people easily navigate the […]
July 11, 2019
Surrogacy Lawyers, Sydney At Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers, we can provide you with the legal advice that you […]
June 27, 2019
Service – How to serve your former partner when they don’t want to be served Service is a […]
June 27, 2019
Can I travel overseas with the kids? What you need to know in Family Law and International Travel […]
June 21, 2019
New High Court decision alert: Sperm donor ruled to be a parent Masson & Parsons & Ors [2019] […]
May 27, 2019
Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers are proudly sponsoring this great event again. The 2019 Annual Surrogacy Conference in Melbourne, […]
May 9, 2019
The following is an article as published on Legalwise.com.au, on May 2nd, 2019. Sarah Bevan and Alfonso Layson of Sarah Bevan […]
April 30, 2019
My husband has stopped paying child support. I have my children full time and their father agreed to […]
April 8, 2019
The process for filing an Application for Divorce when you have been living overseas is also in essence […]
March 28, 2019
An initial consultation can cost between $120 – $150 depending on what lawyer you see, provided that […]
March 15, 2019
The process for filing your Application for Divorce when the other party is overseas is, in essence, the […]
March 12, 2019
You must first read through the Application for Divorce (and any other documents served) thoroughly and ascertain whether […]
February 25, 2019
Parental Obligations To A child Under 18 In Providing Financial Support Living Arrangements & Financial Agreements What are […]
February 22, 2019
Property Settlement Lawyers Sydney – Case Study John and Alexandra had been married for 32 years before they […]
January 29, 2019
Today we revisit an article featuring our very own Alfonso Layson, an Accredited Family Law Specialist and a […]
January 22, 2019
Spouse Maintenance Lawyers Sydney – Case Study Susan came to our office after her separation with Robert, which […]
January 15, 2019
Certification (Legal Statement) of Binding Financial Agreement (Prenup) services, do we each need a separate lawyer? We’ve discussed […]
December 26, 2018
What is involved when a lawyer needs to review and advise on the Binding Financial Agreement? Our process […]
December 19, 2018
Visitation – 3 types of children’s contact services Children’s Contact Services aim to provide a safe and […]
December 12, 2018
When does a Binding Financial Agreement take effect? Before the Wedding / Living Situation / Post Nuptial? A […]
November 28, 2018
Is it always recommended to have a different lawyer to your spouse/partner? Pursuant to section 90G of the Family […]
October 19, 2018
Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers are proud to be a premium sponsor of a Surrogacy conference. It’s a six […]
October 11, 2018
Annulment in the Family Law Court – I’ve made a huge mistake! Annulment in the Family Law Court […]
October 7, 2018
Why is Adoption so hard in Australia? – Adoption Lawyers Australia Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers have extensive experience […]
October 2, 2018
Divorce Advice Australia – Divorce Lawyers Sydney Divorce Advice can be very complexed, Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers have […]
September 3, 2018
What are my rights and obligations as the legal father? The decision to have a child should be […]
June 27, 2018
Drug Use in Parenting Matters – Interim Orders Family Lawyers Sydney, Surry Hills, Crows Nest & Parramatta Eliza […]
June 22, 2018
International Property Settlements – Case Study International property settlement – Ali and Nafessa were married for 5 years. […]
June 15, 2018
Prenuptial Agreements – how long do they take and how long before our wedding should we apply for […]
May 16, 2018
Same-Sex Relationships Property Settlements When a de facto relationship or marriage breaks down, the assets and debts of […]
May 16, 2018
Same-Sex Relationship Adoptions Lawyers Australia The adoption process in Australia requires an experienced family lawyer to ensure the […]
May 16, 2018
Same-Sex Relationship Wills and Estates in NSW The laws concerning wills and estates are complex and require an […]
May 16, 2018
Same-Sex Relationships Surrogacy Law Australia Surrogacy provides a way by which same-sex couples and others with a medical […]
February 6, 2018
Same-Sex Marriage -Divorce Lawyers Sydney & Parramatta Same-Sex Marriage, on 9 December 2017 same-sex marriage became legal across […]
June 15, 2017
Child Parenting Orders – Travel Permission Does your parenting order cover your children if you wish to travel […]
April 26, 2017
Divorce and Mediation – Family Law Arbitrators Sydney Divorce and Mediation If you are considering filing for divorce, […]
March 16, 2017
Family Law Arbitrators and Mediators Traditional litigation is not the only way to resolve your family law issue. […]
December 13, 2016
We see people in very varying stages, from those who have not yet separated but are considering their […]
December 12, 2016
All of our lawyers have an in depth knowledge of family law as well as the court procedures, […]
December 5, 2016
In demonstrating that a period of separation has begun, there are a couple of general actions that may […]
December 5, 2016
Section 90G of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act) outlines the circumstances when financial agreements are binding. The requirements […]
December 5, 2016
Section 90SB of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act) sets out when a court can make […]
December 5, 2016
The ACT, New South Wales, Queensland, Tasmania, and Victoria provide for voluntary reporting to an authoritative body if […]
December 5, 2016
The question of the validity of a marriage involving a person who underwent a transition was considered by […]
December 5, 2016
Broadly speaking, domestic violence refers to any person who is in either an intimate or familial relationship where […]
December 5, 2016
The Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act) states that irretrievable breakdown of a marriage will have occurred if: · the […]
December 5, 2016
If there are no suitable arrangements in place for the future care of any children under 18 years […]
December 5, 2016
In order for a person to succeed for maintenance, they must demonstrate that they are unable to support […]
December 5, 2016
The most important consideration of the court when issuing an order, is the best interests of the child. […]
December 5, 2016
The laws relating to surrogacy arrangements within Australia falls within the jurisdiction of state and territory governments, with […]
December 5, 2016
With the introduction of the Bankruptcy and Family Law Legislation Amendment Act 2005(Cth)(the Amendment) afforded non-bankrupt spouses greater protections […]
December 5, 2016
Generally speaking, when a person gets married, any will made before the marriage will be revoked. However, wills […]
December 5, 2016
The Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act) requires the court to take into account contributions made in the capacity […]
December 5, 2016
There is of course no uniform way in which marriages should be conducted, and the law does not […]
December 5, 2016
There may be instances where the court may consider that there is a “reasonable excuse” for contravention of […]
December 5, 2016
If the respondent is based in another country, it is important to find out whether Australia has an […]
December 5, 2016
Under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act), the only grounds for divorce in Australia is if […]
December 5, 2016
The Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act) outlines the following type of enforceable agreements: caring for children; […]
December 5, 2016
Part VIIIAB of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act) outlines how financial matters are to be […]
December 5, 2016
It’s generally accepted that parents are responsible for the care, protection and upbringing of a child. Matters to […]
December 5, 2016
The current Australian position in relation to marriage is that it must be a union between a man […]
December 5, 2016
It is estimated that one in three women experience physical violence throughout Australia, and with such disturbing statistics, […]
December 5, 2016
The divorce process is never easy and if there are also children involved, there are a number of […]
December 5, 2016
The Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act) has a number of spousal maintenance provisions in place if […]
December 5, 2016
In circumstances where parents require enforceable arrangements in relation to their children, court orders are required, and can […]
December 5, 2016
Many Australians may be considering undertaking surrogacy arrangements with a person outside of the country. Surrogacy can take […]
December 5, 2016
When bankruptcy and family law collide, the results are how shall we say it? Complex. Although, we’ve dealt […]
December 5, 2016
If you have already created a will, congratulations! Having a will is one of the most important documents […]
December 5, 2016
When determining how property is to be dealt with when a relationship comes to an end, the law […]
December 5, 2016
Parties who are bound by a parenting order must take reasonable steps to comply with the order. However […]
December 5, 2016
When serving an application for divorce, there are certain steps that must be followed, unless service is dispensed […]
December 5, 2016
Family Violence and Child Abuse Mandatory Report Laws Unfortunately, instances of family violence and child abuse does occur […]
December 5, 2016
Property Settlement in Divorce & Separation Property Settlement in divorce & separation, each person in a relationship has […]
December 5, 2016
Family Lawyers – What you should know about seeing one! The most important thing you should know is […]
December 5, 2016
Separating – Importing things to do! Separating – Get proper legal advice from an experienced family lawyer as […]
December 5, 2016
Can I take someone with me to Family Law Court? It is acceptable and quite normal to have […]
December 5, 2016
What do I wear to Family Law Court? A suit is not necessary, but you may wear […]
November 23, 2016
Does Gender Mater in Parenting Arrangements Does Gender Matter in Family Law, most people faced with the harsh […]
November 23, 2016
Divorce – International Divorce – International Property Settlement – International Property Dispute – Sydney – New South Wales […]
November 23, 2016
Property Settlements – Divorce Lawyers People facing the end of a marriage or relationship will often find that […]
November 23, 2016
Divorce – Before Divorce – Separation – After Divorce – Property – Children – Sydney – New South […]
November 23, 2016
Best Family Lawyers How to choose the best family lawyers for your divorce and property settlement? 1. Best […]
November 23, 2016
Hague Convention Return of illegally abducted children The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction […]
November 23, 2016
Superannuation and Separation – Who get what in a Divorce? Superannuation and Separation , after separation one or […]
November 23, 2016
Divorce, Who gets What in a Separation – Divorce Lawyers Sydney If you are worried about separating from […]
November 23, 2016
Grandparents Rights Introduction In some families, a grandchild may live with a grandparent or a grandparent may be […]
November 23, 2016
Separation Legalities in Divorce If you are worried about divorcing / separating from your partner and need […]
November 23, 2016
LGBTI and Family Law Introduction Same sex relationships have become more recognised in society and along with […]
November 23, 2016
Breaching Parenting Orders Breaching a parenting order is a serious matter. As a parenting order is a court […]
November 23, 2016
Mediation and Family Dispute Resolution The terms mediation and family dispute resolution are used interchangeably in the area […]
November 23, 2016
Duty of Disclosure the Family Court of Australia has stringent disclosure requirements for parties. These requirements arise in […]
November 23, 2016
Paul and Kaitlyn were in a relationship for approximately two years and had a child together, named Annabelle. […]
November 23, 2016
Adoption & Parenting Orders what is the difference ? Adoption is the legal process where a child joins […]
November 23, 2016
Who gets the Pets in a Divorce For most families, their pets (be it a dog, cat or […]
November 23, 2016
Parenting Arrangement after Separation Parenting Arrangements need help? Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers is not your ordinary law firm. […]
November 23, 2016
I think my separation will be complicated. What should we do about our expenses? Can My Family Lawyer […]
November 23, 2016
Child Support Lawyers Sydney, Parramatta Case Study by Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers Adam and Christine had 2 teenage […]
November 23, 2016
Child Abduction Sarah Bevan Family Lawyers, Sydney, Parramatta Case Study Samina and Sohail had two children of their […]
November 22, 2016
Greg and Donna had recently separated, and had a 21 month old daughter Holly. Donna had been Holly’s […]
November 22, 2016
Interim Orders and Parenting Arrangement Disputes – SB Family Lawyers Sydney and Parramatta Case Study Jan and Nicholas […]
November 22, 2016
Defacto Relationships Financial Disputes – SB Family Lawyers Case Study Ali and Irene had been in a defacto […]
November 22, 2016
Property Settlement and Child Support Payments – SB Family Lawyers Case Study Edward and Georgia had been married […]
November 22, 2016
Shared parenting arrangements, Aaron and Cathy had a 6 year old daughter Brianna, who had remained living with […]
November 22, 2016
Divorce – Separation- Divorce Lawyers – Family Law Firm Sydney Ian came in to see us shortly after […]
November 22, 2016
Parenting/children – grandparents rights case study Susie and Tony’s relationship broke down after months of fighting. Susie left […]
November 22, 2016
Property/Financial disputes – Family Lawyers Case study Paul was a successful entrepreneurial businessman. With the support of his […]
November 22, 2016
Surrogacy when in the same sex defacto relationship, case study Surrogacy, Brett and Samuel were in a same […]
November 22, 2016
Child Custody – Recovery Order Case Study Nicole had been in a relationship with Paul on and off […]
November 22, 2016
Parenting Orders – Domestic Violence – Family Separation Law Firm Johnathon and Sue were in a de facto […]
November 22, 2016
Parenting Orders – very young children and sexual abuse allegations – Family Lawyers Steve and Anna were in […]
November 22, 2016
Alternatives to Adoption and Surrogacy in Australia – Family Lawyers Most of our work at Sarah Bevan Family […]
November 22, 2016
Changing an existing Parenting Order James and Laura were a young couple who separated shortly after the birth […]
September 15, 2016
Upon the issuing of an AVO (Apprehended Violence Order), the following conditions are included preventing the person subject […]
September 15, 2016
Apprehended Violence Order – If a person does not consent to an AVO, the matter will be adjourned […]
September 15, 2016
Court issued – An AVO (Apprehended Violence Order) can be issued by the court under the following circumstances: […]
September 15, 2016
Apprehended Violence Order and the steps to take after the application. Upon the making of an application for […]
September 15, 2016
Apprehended Violence Order and how to apply for one – A person can contact the police, who can […]
September 15, 2016
Family Violence and Children – Domestic Violence Law – Children may be particularly vulnerable to family violence, and […]
September 15, 2016
What is family violence – Section 4AB(1) of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (the Act) defines family […]