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COVID-19 – Notice to Clients

Milos Supljeglav

Managing Director
Accredited Family Law Specialist
Posted on 25/03/2020, Last Updated on 20/01/2023

Please be advised that DS Family Law is closely monitoring and complying with the latest government guidelines concerning the recent impact of COVID-19 on our community. We have outlined all steps taken in light of the recent developments below for your information. Phone, Skype and Zoom Consultations Our Firm has implemented an immediate policy … Continue reading “COVID-19 – Notice to Clients”

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Relocation with Children

Amy James

Senior Associate

Posted on 03/03/2020, Last Updated on 20/01/2023

What is relocation in Family Law? After a separation, one parent (or sometimes both) will need to find somewhere else to live. It is not uncommon in these circumstances for a parent to want to move with children to be closer to family support, a new relationship, stable accommodation or to get access to better … Continue reading “Relocation with Children”

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Parenting Orders for Grandparents

Posted on 06/02/2020, Last Updated on 20/01/2023

60-Second Summary Grandparents may not always be aware that they can apply to the Family Court for Orders that their grandchildren live with or spend time with them. It does not matter if the parents of the children are together or separated – the legislation permits such an Application. In fact, grandparents are specifically mentioned … Continue reading “Parenting Orders for Grandparents”

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Same-Sex Marriage and Divorce in Australia

Greg Martinovich

Senior Associate

Posted on 03/12/2019, Last Updated on 31/10/2023

60-Second Summary After the majority of Australians voted in favour of changing marriage laws to allow for same-sex marriage, the corresponding legislation was amended in December 2017. As a result, same-sex couples are able to get lawfully married. As the number of same-sex marriages steadily increases, this unavoidably gives rise to a relatively new area … Continue reading “Same-Sex Marriage and Divorce in Australia”

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Separated Under One Roof

Caley Kim

Senior Associate
Accredited Family Law Specialist
Posted on 28/10/2019, Last Updated on 28/11/2019

60-Second Summary Living separated under one roof occurs when you and your former spouse/partner are no longer marital or de-facto partners but nonetheless continue to live in the same home. There are many elements involved in the definition of separation, some or all of which may be present in a particular relationship. Therefore, what comprises … Continue reading “Separated Under One Roof”

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FVRO’s (Family Violence Restraining Orders) vs Protective Orders

Rebecca Ward

Senior Associate

Posted on 23/10/2019, Last Updated on 20/01/2023

60–Second Summary The end of a relationship often presents separating spouses and their children with emotional upheaval, as well as various financial and practical difficulties. This is made more complex and emotionally disturbing when there are issues of family violence. In urgent cases of family violence, it is appropriate that an application be made in … Continue reading “FVRO’s (Family Violence Restraining Orders) vs Protective Orders”

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Single Expert Witnesses in Parenting Proceedings

Rebecca Ward

Senior Associate

Posted on 27/08/2019, Last Updated on 20/04/2023

60–Second Summary The appointment of a Single Expert Witness (“Expert”) may become necessary in parenting proceedings in the Family Court where a professional opinion would assist the Court in reaching a decision. Issues requiring input from an Expert might include: Where and with whom the children ought to live How much time the children ought … Continue reading “Single Expert Witnesses in Parenting Proceedings”

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Parenting Plans vs Consent Orders: What’s the difference?

Caley Kim

Senior Associate
Accredited Family Law Specialist
Posted on 12/07/2019, Last Updated on 28/11/2019

What is a parenting plan? A Parenting Plan is a written agreement which covers parenting arrangements for children but is not formally approved by the Court. It is a more informal way of having arrangements in place for your children than Consent Orders, as the parties do not have to make a formal application to … Continue reading “Parenting Plans vs Consent Orders: What’s the difference?”

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Consent Orders – Everything You Need To Know

Ross Dunlop

Consultant

Posted on 25/03/2019, Last Updated on 19/01/2022

Consent Orders – Is my Agreement Final? Family Law is often in the headlines for all the wrong reasons: the cost of legal representation, month upon month of delay, the uncertainty of outcomes, etc. But it isn’t generally highlighted just how often separating couples manage to resolve their property and parenting disputes without recourse to … Continue reading “Consent Orders – Everything You Need To Know”

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COVID-19 – Notice to Clients

Milos Supljeglav

Relocation with Children

Amy James

Parenting Orders for Grandparents

Same-Sex Marriage and Divorce in Australia

Greg Martinovich

Separated Under One Roof

Caley Kim

FVRO’s (Family Violence Restraining Orders) vs Protective Orders

Rebecca Ward

Single Expert Witnesses in Parenting Proceedings

Rebecca Ward

Caley Kim

Ross Dunlop

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