How to Get Divorced

Posted on: 20 December 2024

Navigating the complexities of domestic violence cases can be emotionally draining and legally challenging. If you find yourself needing to renew a protection order, enlisting the help of an experienced domestic violence lawyer is crucial. Not only do they provide expert legal guidance, but they also offer support and reassurance during a difficult time. Here, we explore why hiring a domestic violence lawyer is essential for your protection order renewal.
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Posted on: 28 August 2023

Postnuptial agreements (postnups) are less well-known than prenuptial agreements (prenups), but they can provide a wide range of benefits that make them worth considering. You can get a postnup any time after getting married or entering into a civil union, as long as both spouses agree to it, and this will cover what happens if the partnership is ever legally ended. Here are just four reasons to consider a postnup.
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Posted on: 14 December 2022

A family lawyer helps ensure a positive outcome when dissolving your marriage. Unfortunately, most people are not well-acquainted with the divorce process in Australia. Below is an excerpt explaining how family lawyers can help with your divorce.  Drafting Parenting Agreements  Most parents want to continue living with their kids after divorcing their spouses. However, the law expects parents to raise their children jointly. Your family lawyer assesses your situation and recommends an arrangement that suits both parties and prioritises the kids' interests.
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Posted on: 14 April 2022

The Australian family law system was restrictive in the past because married spouses who wanted to divorce could only do so in court. Unfortunately, most adults in that period were unaware that separation could take a toll on everyone involved, including children. Since the traditional family law system favoured the winning spouse, it needed a review. Most importantly, the review prioritised children's best interests. Notably, the current Australian family law system provides spouses and partners with some formal pathways for dispute resolution.
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