Ramsden Family Lawyers Weigh In On The Pros and Cons Of Proposed Family Law Reforms 14.04.23 The Albanese government's proposed changes to the Family Law Act seek to prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children in custody disputes. However, the announcement has sparked a heated debate among legal professionals and experts, with some expressing concern over the potential impact of the reforms. As a leading law firm specialising in family law matters, the team at Ramsden Family Law have carefully examined the proposed legislative reforms to the Family Law Act. Our legal experts have evaluated the proposed changes, potential pros and cons and provided an analysis of their implications.

How To Set Aside A Binding Financial Agreement 05.05.23 Couples in marriages or de facto relationships are often hopeful that their relationship will last forever. However, relationships don't always go as planned, and separation or divorce can be the result. This can lead to disputes over property settlements and financial arrangements. To prevent such issues from arising, a Binding Financial Agreement (BFA) can be established. This article will delve into what a BFA entails and how it differs from prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. Additionally, we'll explore why it can be challenging to nullify a BFA and offer guidance on creating a binding and enforceable agreement.

Time Limits in Family Law - How Long Do I Have To Pursue My Matter In Court? 15.07.22 Divorce, property settlement, and spousal maintenance proceedings are all accompanied by Court regulated time limits and constraints and differ depending on whether you are party to a marriage or de facto relationship. There are constrained circumstances to which a party may grant leave from the Court to pursue an action outside of the prescribed time limit. The Court will consider if the party has a genuine reason for applying to the Court outside of these restraints, including the hardship that may be incurred if that party is prevented from applying, and any disadvantage to the other party. If you decide to file an application or commence proceedings, it is important you are aware of the various restrictions.

Joint Divorce vs Sole Divorce Applications – Which Option Would Work Best For Me? 24.06.22 Making a divorce application in Australia is, generally speaking, a straightforward process and in comparison to some other jurisdictions, it is a quick process. Many ex-spouses will make a joint decision to make an application, in the spirit of cooperation and ensuring the process is as smooth as possible for all parties involved, including any children of the marriage.

How does the Court deal with parenting disputes about vaccinating children with the COVID-19 vaccine? 23.05.22 COVID-19 vaccination is a significant area of contention in the current climate of the pandemic. Decisions regarding the vaccination of your child may be affected by parenting disputes and discrepancies in opinion surrounding the COVI-19 vaccine. The Court will often align their decision with current public policy and health advice and the expert opinion of medical professionals. At this point in time, the current public health regime and opinion of medical professionals supports the vaccination of your child and considers it to be in their best interests.

Welcome Daniel Rod 13.05.22 Ramsden Family Law is excited to welcome accomplished Family Lawyer, Daniel Rod, to the team. Daniel brings a wealth of skills and knowledge to the Ramsden Family Law team and to his position as Senior Associate.

Drug Testing in Family Law Matters 28.04.22 Drug testing may be a necessary process in your family law matter where one party has an allegation of drug use against them. The court may order a hair follicle test, urine analysis, or blood test, to obtain results of a drug test, depending on the circumstances of the matter. It is essential to determine the existence and extremity of any drug use present in a parenting matter to ensure the best interests of the child are not undermined. A positive drug test result will likely affect a parent’s time with the child. This includes recreational drug use, which is less severe than drug use due to dependency but is still taken into account.

Adult Adoption In NSW 07.04.22 Adoption is not only possible for children and young persons under the age of 18. Adult adoption is available for those persons over the age of 18 years who are interested in being adopted, either by a stepparent or other carer, to formalise your familial relationship. The Ramsden Family Law team explores the laws and regulations around adult adoption and the steps involved in filing an adult adoption application in the Supreme Court of NSW.

Can My Ex Partner Claim On My Estate When I Die? 25.03.22 Can my ex-partner claim on my estate when I die

Who Gets The Embryos After Separation? 16.03.22 Essentially, any agreements made regarding the embryos must have confirmed consent by the parties, both when the agreement is initially made, and renewed after the time of the separation

Welcome Matthew Shepherd 29.09.21 The Ramsden Family Law team are excited to have welcomed the established Matthew Shepherd to the firm. Matthew joins our growing Sydney team, bringing a wealth of knowledge and skills to his position as Special Counsel.

Same-Sex Parents Who Separate: Who Gets The Children 28.09.21 Earlier this year, Partner Reece Ramsden and Associate Sophie Goossens were invited to shed light on the prominent topic ‘Same-sex Parents who Separate: Who gets the children', with the notable BenchTV.