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Caveats: what are they, and what purpose do they serve in family law matters?

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It is not uncommon for family law matters to involve one of the parties owning real estate in their sole name, notwithstanding the manner in which the property was acquired or each party’s financial and non-financial contributions to the property. In such cases, understanding caveats in family law becomes essential, This may occur for a […]

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Family law case note: Holden [2023] FedCFamC1F 331 (“Holden”)

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  Can the power of attorney of a party commence proceedings in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia as litigation guardian?  In Holden, Jarrett J heard an application for whether property proceedings commenced by the wife via her power of attorneys were ‘valid’.  The parties were married for almost 55 years. From 2021,

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Amendments to Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act 2012

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  On 1 August 2023, the Domestic and Family Violence Protection (Combating Coercive Control) and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2023 came into effect resulting in the following major changes to the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act 2012 (“the Act”):    Cross-applications  Under the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act 2012, If there are cross

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Changes coming to Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Regulations

Changes coming to Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Regulations

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The draft Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation (Covid-19 Emergency Response) Regulation 2020 which is not in force yet, will have the following effect for victims of domestic violence: They will be able to terminate a lease agreement if to do so, is necessary to protect them from domestic and family violence. They are able to

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Travelling interstate for children of separated parents

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Restrictions have now come into place for Queensland border control. These restrictions will affect parents whose children live outside of Queensland and parents who have children, whose other parent lives outside of Queensland. The important information to be aware of: Children who live outside of Queensland who are travelling to spend time with a parent

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New managing director proving success is in the family

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DA Family Lawyers has announced the appointment of a new managing director who is expected to lead the firm to a new era of growth and prosperity. Experienced practitioner Lisa Foley (pictured above left) has stepped into the role of managing director while DA Family Lawyers’ founder Deborah Awyzio (pictured above right) remains a director

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Protection of assets in a de facto relationship

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Most people enter into a relationship with a sense of loving and hope and positive outlook for the future. However it is becoming increasingly common to also take precautions to protect your assets in the event that the relationship does not survive. The most formal approach adopted for protection of assets, is for the parties

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The collaborative approach – for a quicker and less costly divorce

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Negotiating your divorce is never going to be easy, but the ‘collaborative’ approach to settlement can be quicker and less costly than you might expect. This approach prioritises the early provision of expert financial assessment and advice, which makes it significantly different to traditional combative and litigious proceedings. Collaborative settlement is gaining momentum in family

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