Obtaining Family Court Orders can be a long, drawn-out process lasting many months if not years, so it can be particularly galling if the other party either consistently breaks these Orders or point-blank refuses to follow them. So what can be done to force the other party to comply with and enforce Family Court Orders? … Continue reading “How to Enforce Family Court Orders”
60–Second Summary The challenges faced by the Community amid COVID-19 are many, and often unforeseen as country after country imposes “lockdown” measures which increasingly restrict daily life – socially, economically, spiritually and physically. But in the family law sphere, separated parents are encountering a new range of challenges following government directions for people to stay … Continue reading “Parenting Orders and Contravention in Times of Coronavirus”
60–Second Summary In our day and age, it is not uncommon for individuals to want to become a parent despite not being in a committed relationship (or if in a committed relationship and unable to conceive). Becoming a parent can be achieved via artificial insemination, or by engaging a “sperm donor”. This donor might be … Continue reading “Sperm Donor Laws – Who are the legal parents?”
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”
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”
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”
To our Colleagues and Clients – Wishing you all a joyous Christmas and festive season and a most prosperous New Year! Our Office is closed until Monday, 4 January 2021.
Team DS Family Law wishes everyone a restful and enjoyable forthcoming festive period and a wonderful, safe and prosperous new year. Please note that our offices will be closed from 12pm on Thursday, 23 December 2021 until 9am on Tuesday, 4 January 2022.
The Team at DS Family Law wishes you a safe and joyous Christmas, and a prosperous New Year. Please note that our offices will be closed over the festive period from 11 am on Friday the 20th of December 2019 until 9 am on Thursday the 2nd of January 2020. If you wish to make … Continue reading “Happy Holidays!”
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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