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"My daughter should attend a public school, not a Christian school. My secular values are just as valid." Which case won?

Discusses recent case where Dad took legal action against Mum, seeking interim orders binding the parties in relation to the school that their daughter would attend.

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Stacks Law Firm

Parallel Parenting Plan: Is It The Parenting Style For You?

Parallel parenting works for high conflict ex-couple or are incompatible to reach an agreement like co-parenting.

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JB Solicitors

Divorce Settlement Calculator: How Much Will You Get?

In Australia, courts aim a settlement that is fair and reasonable, taking into account each parties' current and future earnings and resources.

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JB Solicitors

How Is Child Support Calculated?

This guide explains the essentials in clear, practical terms, whether you are likely to pay or receive support.

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Unified Lawyers

"We should have sold my mum's property years ago, but the co-executor won't move out" – which case won?

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Stacks Law Firm

Alimony vs child support: Understanding the key differences

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Unified Lawyers

Navigating Appeals: The Limits Of Introducing New Evidence In Family Law

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Barry Nilsson

When Child Support Doesn't Cover The Costs – What You Can Do

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Coleman Greig Lawyers

"I signed that prenup under extreme duress, so it should be set aside." Which case won?

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Stacks Law Firm

Schooling Disputes After Separation: How The Court Decides

Australia Family

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Cooper Grace Ward

Recent Case – Trusts in Family Law Property Disputes

Australia Family

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McCarthy Durie Lawyers

Demystifying Broken Heart Law : Can I sue for adultery in Australia

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Unified Lawyers

Next Of Kin: What Does It Mean In Family Law Matters?

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JB Solicitors

Divorce Application: How Do You Apply for One?

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JB Solicitors

Funds Update - 26 September 2025

Australia Finance

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

Dealmaking in Australia: the current state of play and the impact of regulation

Australia Commercial

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Corrs Chambers Westgarth

What Happens If… You Are Faced With A Sanctions Issue And Need To Investigate? (Podcast)

Australia International

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

What Happens When An Employee Runs Out Of Sick Leave?

Australia Employment

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Swaab

New road rules and driving offences come into effect across Australia

Australia Transport

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Sydney Criminal Lawyers

Parenting orders and schools: what parents need to know

Parenting orders do not bind schools. It is important for parents to understand the limits of what schools can and cannot do when it comes to enforcing family law orders.

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Cooper Grace Ward

The difference between Parenting Plans and Parenting Orders – Part Two

Looks at how Parenting Orders differ from Parenting Plans and their comparative advantages and disadvantages. Link to part one provided.

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Carroll & O'Dea

Shinohara draws the curtain on ‘add-backs' in property settlements

Parties have always contested the use of ‘add-backs' in property settlements. Recent legislation changes and case law clarify how the court now approaches this issue.

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Cooper Grace Ward

The what, when and how of Parenting Plans to promote healthy co-parenting – Part One

A Parenting Plan is often an efficient and effective way for parents to record their agreement about arrangements for their child or children after the breakdown of a relationship.

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Carroll & O'Dea

Separation and divorce in Port Lincoln: What to expect and where to get help

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Mellor Olsson Lawyers

The death of add backs

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HHG Legal Group

Can Police Enforce Family Court Orders In Australia?

Australia Family

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Justice Family Lawyers

Legal Options If Your Ex Stops Paying Child Support

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Justice Family Lawyers

How is Debt Split in a Divorce in Australia?

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Justice Family Lawyers

Understanding Family Law Property Settlement Add Backs

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Justice Family Lawyers

Fathers' Rights Child Support: What Fathers Need To Know Now

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JB Solicitors

Understanding How Coercive Control May Impact Your Property Settlement Following Amendments To The Family Law Act

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Cooper Grace Ward

Clarifying Partnership Law in Family Businesses: Lessons from Mir v Mir [2025] NSWCA 154

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McCabes

Demytifying Broken Heart Law : Can I sue for adultery in Australia

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Unified Lawyers

Fathers' Rights Child Support: What Fathers Need To Know Now

Fathers should not immediately contest or change child support assessments without legal advice.

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JB Solicitors

Understanding How Coercive Control May Impact Your Property Settlement Following Amendments To The Family Law Act

Recent amendments to the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) recognise the growing awareness of the subtle yet damaging nature of coercive control and the need to holistically consider its impact on property settlements following separation.

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Cooper Grace Ward

Clarifying Partnership Law in Family Businesses: Lessons from Mir v Mir [2025] NSWCA 154

Case explores how courts determine whether a partnership exists - especially in complex family business arrangements.

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McCabes

Demytifying Broken Heart Law : Can I sue for adultery in Australia

There's no "broken heart law" in Australia, but there are clear rights and pathways forward if infidelity has torn your relationship apart.

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Unified Lawyers

Going Through Divorce? Don't Assume Your Family Trust Is Impenetrable – The Sydney Morning Herald

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Barry Nilsson

Can You Get Divorced Without A Property Settlement?

You usually have 12 months from the date your divorce becomes final to start property proceedings.

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Justice Family Lawyers

What to Expect During a Final Hearing in the Family Court

The most common questions about what happens during a final hearing in family court.

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Justice Family Lawyers

How To Handle Parenting Disputes When Communication Breaks Down

What steps you can take to protect your children and your rights.

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Justice Family Lawyers

Can Grandparents Apply for Custody or Visitation Rights in Australia?

The Family Law Act 1975 recognises the important role grandparents can play in a child's life.

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Justice Family Lawyers

How To Stop a Recovery Order From Your Ex Spouse

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JB Solicitors

Marital Home Rights: What Do I Get After a Breakup?

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JB Solicitors

Divorce Checklist Australia: Do You Have Everything You Need?

Australia Family

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JB Solicitors

Court Ordered Drug and Alcohol Testing in Family Law

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Unified Lawyers

Clarification of the approach to cases involving reconsideration of final parenting orders

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Barry Nilsson

Errors in property pool calculations

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Barry Nilsson

When long-term cohabitation doesn't guarantee a property adjustment

Australia Family

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Bartier Perry

Part of the family: what you need to know about pets and property settlements following amendments to the Family Law Act

Australia Family

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Cooper Grace Ward

Wastage in Family Law

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Unified Lawyers

Family law in 2025: How will separating couples and family violence cases be impacted?

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PCL Lawyers

Understanding Occupation Orders in Family Law

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Unified Lawyers

Does a Prenup Protect Future Assets in Australia?

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Unified Lawyers

Sneaky Divorce Tactics

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Unified Lawyers

Family law disputes and counselling – are my counsellor's notes confidential?

Australia Family

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Cooper Grace Ward

Overseas assets in a divorce: What you need to know

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Unified Lawyers

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BFA Family Law Basics 2025

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JB Solicitors

What happens to your inheritance in a divorce or separation?

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PCL Lawyers

Hot Legal Topics – Episode 2: Family law

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Roam Migration Law

"Full Disclosure" Podcast, Vol. 16: Settling property and finances after a separation

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Mellor Olsson Lawyers

What is a child inclusive mediation?

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Cooper Grace Ward

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