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 If there are cross applications in the same court, the court must hear …
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Lisa Foley and Deborah Awyzio presented for TV Education Network, a portal for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) on 25 November 2020. The webinar was recorded and on the topic of preparing for mediation with practical tips and resources to maximise the chance of reaching a settlement. Deborah spoke of the different conflict management styles and …
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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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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DA Family Lawyers provide their Brisbane clients a no-fuss solution to complex family law and property disputes At DA Family Lawyers, we are passionate about finding the resolutions that benefit our Brisbane clients in the best manner possible. We are sensitive to the issues involved in all aspects of family law. Family Law Services from …
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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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 …
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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The 2016 lists of recommendations have been released on the peer-assessed recommendation platform Doyles Guide. We are happy to announce that Deborah Awyzio, our director and accredited family law specialist, has been recommended under the Leading Family & Divorce Lawyers – Brisbane, 2016 list. This list is compiled of leading solicitors practicing within areas of …
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Pre-nuptial Financial Agreements might be the last thing on anyone’s minds when in the midst of wedding madness… Marriage is a wonderful thing and has been uniting couples for centuries but when two people come together so does the possibility of separation. While many Australians live happily together and live long lives in each other’s …
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